Notice to Fish Harvesters - 3Ps Snow Crab Extension - nf.26.169
July 3, 2026
FISHERIES AND OCEANS CANADA
NOTICE TO FISH HARVESTERS
nf.26.169B
2026-099
Jul. 3, 2026
3Ps Snow Crab Extension
DFO advises that the Snow Crab season for all areas in Crab Fishing Areas 10 (10A, 10B) and 11 (11E, 11S, 11W) in NAFO sub-Division 3Ps, will be extended to 2000 hours on July 14, 2026.
Harvesters in CFA 11E (including the area known as Bob’s Rock) are advised that landings are currently being assessed and over 90% of the quota has been landed to date. As the harvesting amount is approaching the maximum allowable catch for this area, a short notice for a closure may be possible prior to the closing date.
All gear must be removed from the water by closing time. The Department prioritizes safety at sea and if a harvester is unable to retrieve their gear by the close time due to safety, they are advised to contact their local C&P detachment.
The Regional Director General, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador Region gives notice that Variation Order 2026-089 has been revoked, and Variation Order 2026-099 will come into force on July 4, 2026.
“Notices to Fish Harvesters” for all commercial fisheries are now available online under the Fishery Notices link on the DFO NL Region webpage at: https://www.nfl.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/en
If you would like to have all “Notices to Fish Harvesters” for commercial fisheries sent directly to you by email, please contact NLPRI@dfo-mpo.gc.ca.
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For information, contact:
Jodi Riggs-Power
Resource Management
Tel: 709-279-7626
Email: jodi.riggs-power@dfo-mpo.gc.ca