New fisheries minister greenlights doubling of Canada's northern cod quota

"There are opportunities now to responsibly grow the industry and reflect on how we manage the food fishery," Joanne Thompson, Canada's new fisheries minister, said.

Joanne Thompson is moving forward with a plan under Mark Carney to make Canada a global economic powerhouse.
Joanne Thompson is moving forward with a plan under Mark Carney to make Canada a global economic powerhouse.Photo: Joanne Thompson
Published 18 June 2025, 17:59Updated 18 June 2025, 17:59
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