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2/2 Because these species are not established in Canadian waters, early detection is critical. Think you’ve spotted a Grass Carp or another aquatic invasive species? Let us know: ow.ly/HKQb50Z9Sii
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- 1/2 Early detection matters! Recently, a Grass Carp was captured in #ON’s Grand River during routine surveillance by our Invasive Carp Program. Testing at our laboratory in #Burlington confirmed it was a sterile male, meaning it cannot reproduce.
- Replying to @FishOceansCANWith the help of Canada’s air surveillance program, they will also conduct daily aerial patrols to monitor fishing vessels. Learn more: canada.ca/en/fisheries-o…
- Replying to @FishOceansCANOur fishery officers will patrol over 15,000 km of high seas over two months onboard the CCGS Sir Wilfrid Laurier, and will inspect fishing vessels to check for compliance with regulations.
- We're doing our part in combatting #IUU fishing. Today, we launched our fourth annual patrol of Operation North Pacific Guard to detect and deter IUU fishing in the #NorthPacific Ocean.
- Replying to @FishOceansCANWe are working with our Marine Mammal Response partners to relocate the whale. If it is located again, and weather and sea conditions allow, efforts will be made to remove any gear from the animal.
- We are aware of an entangled North Atlantic #RightWhale observed in the Gulf of St. Lawrence near Shippagan, #NB. The whale was spotted on June 8, 2026, by aerial surveillance.
- Replying to @FishOceansCAN2/2 The report on the Progress Towards the Implementation of the Recovery Strategy has been posted: ow.ly/jBLC50Z8gHl
- 1/2 The rocky mountain sculpin, Eastslope populations, listed as threatened under the Species at Risk Act, is found in Alberta in the St. Mary and Milk River watersheds.
- Celebrate #OceanWeekCanada by exploring the calming natural beauty of Basin Head Marine Protected Area, in PEI, with this immersive 360° experience! 🛶🌅 Learn about protecting our oceans: ow.ly/31Ar50Z7JS6 ow.ly/BA0u50Z7JS5
- 1/2 Celebrate #OceanWeekCanada by learning about the work we’re doing in collaboration with partners in #PEI to help restore the unique giant Irish moss population in Basin Head Marine Protected Area!
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Attention personal watercraft users in #BritishColumbia: the new approach distance for Southern Resident killer whales is now in effect. To help protect them and your crew, remember to stay 1,000 meters away when out on the water. Penalties will apply.
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