Information on the Snow Crab PA Process 2018 to Present
Detailed Timeline of Events JUNE 6 -7 2018 DFO presented the “Basis for a Precautionary Approach Framework for the Newfoundland and Labrador Snow Crab Fishery” as part of the DFO
Author: Amandeep Singh
Snow Crab Management Plan for 2023 Season
The increase given to 3L Inshore this year is representative of increases given to other fishing areas in 2022 and is reflective of the positive science.
FFAW Meet with Minister Murray and Senior DFO Staff
Yesterday evening, March 27th, FFAW-Unifor met virtually with Minister Joyce Murray and senior DFO staff to discuss outstanding and urgent concerns for Newfoundland and Labrador snow crab, cod, and mackerel.
Snow Crab Bargaining Update
The FFAW Snow Crab Negotiating Committee engaged in bargaining with the Association of Seafood Producers (ASP) members last week in an attempt to come to a consensus over a snow
3L Inshore Update – March 24
March 24, 2023 Nearly 150 crab harvesters gathered at the Ramada Hotel in St. John’s this morning to discuss the current challenges facing the 3L inshore fleet. Members were preparing
NOW HIRING: Science Field/At-Sea Technicians
FFAW-Unifor is now accepting applications for Science Field/At-Sea Technicians for the 2023 season. Click here for the job description and directions on how to apply.
Rollover for SFA 6
The Northern Shrimp Advisory Committee (NSAC) has released the total allowable catch (TAC) for SFAs 5 and 6 for the 2023-2024 Northern Shrimp fishery – announcing a rollover for both
Statement from Snow Crab Negotiating Committee
The FFAW’s Snow Crab Negotiating Committee is expressing their full support and solidarity with the 3L Inshore Fleet. The Union has had the opportunity to raise the issue to Minister
Update on 3L Inshore Snow Crab
The 3L Inshore Snow Crab fleet is facing significant challenges with DFO’s Precautionary Approach framework process. In fact, despite over a hundred hours of volunteer and staff work dedicated to
Important Survey on 2J3KL Cod Catch Rates
FFAW-Unifor’s Science Department is collecting harvester observations for the 2J3KL northern cod fishery in advance of the Union’s proposal for the stewardship fishery this year. DFO’s failure to complete a