2026 Cod Price Agreement Reached
FFAW-Unifor has reached an agreement with ASP on cod pricing for the 2026 season, securing the highest price for cod to date. The agreed 2026 cod prices are: This is an increase
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FFAW Welcomes Increased Federal Investment in Small Craft Harbours
ST. JOHN’S, NL – The Fish, Food and Allied Workers Union (FFAW-Unifor) is commending the Government of Canada for its renewed commitment to small craft harbours, following the release of
Lobster Prices 2026
For the 2026 season, the lobster pricing formula remains unchanged from 2025 following the Panel’s decision to roll over the existing structure. The price to harvesters will continue to be
FFAW Calls on Minister Thompson to Ensure Fair Northern Cod Management Plan for Inshore Harvesters
FFAW-Unifor is calling on federal Fisheries Minister Joanne Thompson to deliver a fair and balanced management plan for 2J3KL northern cod that protects the livelihoods of inshore harvesters and coastal
Snow Crab Pricing Update
Following discussions between FFAW-Unifor and the Association of Seafood Producers (ASP), the parties have reached an uneasy agreement to resolve the current dispute and allow the snow crab fishery to
Member Update – April 13
We know many members have questions about the current situation in the crab fishery. At this time, the decision of the Standing Fish Price-Setting Panel remains in effect, meaning a
📣 Update for Members: Injunction, Crab & Lobster
We are receiving messages from members asking about today’s injunction. This is not a criminal manner and is a piece of the ongoing disagreement for the 2026 season. We have
Snow Crab Update
We are down to the wire to find a solution for the 2026 crab fishery. The negotiating committee has been working diligently over the last 24 hours and met late
Harvesters Deserve a Fair Price — Not Two-Week Guarantees
FFAW-Unifor is aware that some companies are currently offering $6 per pound for a two-week period in an effort to get harvesters to break ranks. A two-week guarantee is meaningless.
Northern Cod Assessment Shows Stock in Healthy Zone
FFAW-Unifor is pleased with the results of the latest Northern cod stock assessment, which indicate the stock is in the healthy zone of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans’ (DFO)