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FFAW-Unifor Welcomes Renewal of Atlantic Fisheries Fund

October 15, 2026 / Media Releases

St. John’s, NL—FFAW-Unifor welcomes today’s announcement of a five-year, $300-million renewal of the Atlantic Fisheries Fund (AFF), ensuring continued investment in research, innovation, and development across Atlantic Canada’s fishing industry.

MINISTER THOMPSON TAKES STANCE ON REC LOBSTER

October 1, 2026 / Media Releases, Member Updates

Minister Joanne Thompson has responded to the request for a recreational lobster fishery in Newfoundland and Labrador, and the answer is clear: no recreational lobster fishery will be considered. Licensed

MEDIA RELEASE: France Will Not Gain Access to Canadian Snow Crab

September 29, 2026 / Media Releases, Member Updates

ST. JOHN’S, NL – Fish harvesters in Newfoundland and Labrador are clear: France cannot create access to snow crab on the Grand Banks by unilateral announcement, and Canadians will not consent

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14,000 working Newfoundlanders and Labradorians - a history steeped in the fishing industry.

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7 hours ago

📣 CREWFINDER NOW AVAILABLE AS A FACEBOOK GROUPThe Professional Fish Harvesters Certification Board (PHCB) has relaunched Crewfinder as a Facebook group, providing a more accessible way for fishing enterprise owners and prospective crew members throughout Newfoundland and Labrador to connect.The group allows enterprise owners seeking crew to share employment opportunities, while individuals looking for work aboard fishing vessels can connect directly with those looking to hire.Harvesters and crew members are encouraged to join the group and share it with others who may benefit from the service.Please note: Crewfinder is a service provided by the PFHCB for the sole purpose of connecting enterprise owners with prospective crew members. Neither FFAW-Unifor, the PFHCB, or the NL New Harvesters Network is responsible for job postings, the accuracy of information shared, hiring decisions, or any employment arrangements made through the group. All postings and resulting employment arrangements are the responsibility of the individuals involved. ...

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10 hours ago

📣 TUNA FLEET MEETING IN ST. JOHN'SFFAW will be holding a meeting for all FFAW Bluefin Tuna Fish Harvesters on November 19th at 10am at the Sandman Hotel (227 Kenmount Road) in St. John’s. A formal committee will be re-elected at this time.A hybrid option is available for active tuna harvesters upon request to schidley@ffaw.ca. Any questions, please contact your staff rep or committee members. ...

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2 days ago

📣 13A &13B LOBSTER PROPOSAL RESULTSWith a 60% return rate of ballots, the results are as follows; 52%- Voted YES (In support of the proposal moving forward)48%- Voted NO (In support of the proposal moving forward)Please feel free to reach out to your Member Rep Jeff Griffinat (709) 765-7854, if you have any questions. ...

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2 days ago

📣 9A FLEET MEETING – NOVEMBER 09There will be a 9A Crab Fleet Meeting at the Legion in Riverhead on November 9th at 10:00AM.Please reach out to your staff rep or committee members if you have any further questions. ...

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3 days ago

Remembering Bill Stockley: A Strong Voice for Fish Plant WorkersFFAW-Unifor remembers longtime union activist Bill Stockley, whose years of leadership, determination, and commitment to working people left a lasting impression on the union and those who worked alongside him.Stockley was a prominent figure in the Marystown fish plant local, serving for many years as a local chairperson and in other positions. Throughout his involvement in the labour movement, he earned a reputation as a strong-willed representative who was never afraid to stand his ground on behalf of the workers he represented.Former FFAW President Earle McCurdy recalled Stockley's important role in some of the union's most significant developments, including his involvement in the Fishery Products Negotiating Committee that secured a landmark collective agreement for fish plant workers in 1980."He was a prominent member of that Negotiating Committee. They negotiated a landmark settlement for plant workers in 1980," McCurdy recalled.The agreement increased the base hourly wage for plant workers from $5 to $7, marking a significant achievement in the fight for better wages and working conditions in Newfoundland and Labrador's fish processing industry.McCurdy also remembered Stockley as a strong supporter of the move away from the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union in favour of the Canadian Auto Workers union, an important development in the union's history.Beyond these accomplishments, Stockley was remembered by his fellow union activists as a man of strong convictions and an independent spirit.Will Reid, who worked alongside Stockley for ten years, remembers him fondly."Certainly Bill was one of the strongest local chairpersons we ever had," Reid recalled. "He did a fine job in running that Marystown local, that's for sure."Reid remembered Stockley as someone who was prepared to challenge decisions and stand firm when he believed the interests of his members were at stake."He was his own person," Reid said. "He didn’t always toe the line, but I mean, he was a good union man. There's no question about that."Allan Moulton, who also worked with Stockley through the union for just under a decade, remembered him as a distinctive character who took genuine enjoyment in his work representing fish plant workers."I'd describe him as an individual who enjoyed what he was doing, enjoyed his life in the union," Moulton recalled.Stockley's contributions form part of the history of FFAW-Unifor and the generations of fish plant workers who organized, negotiated, and stood together to improve their working lives.From the bargaining table to the Marystown plant floor, his years of service reflected the determination of union members who fought to secure better wages, working conditions, and representation for workers throughout the province.He will be remembered for his convictions, his unmistakable personality, and his willingness to stand up for the people he represented.FFAW-Unifor extends its sincere condolences to Bill's family, friends, former coworkers, and all those who had the opportunity to work alongside him. ...

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