Newfoundland and Labrador

Northern cod quota to increase 55 per cent: Minister Thompson announces 2026 management decisions for Northern cod, Northern Gulf cod, and Northeast and south coast capelin for Newfoundland and Labrador (Fri, 12 Jun 2026)
Fishing is more than an industry in Newfoundland and Labrador—it is a way of life, deeply rooted in the history, culture, and identity of the province. For generations, Northern cod has been central to our story and the decision for Northern cod (2J3KL) will help support a year-round commercial Northern cod fishery.
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Northern Cod: Socio-Economic Performance  (Fri, 12 Jun 2026)
The Northern cod fishery is supporting employment and investment in coastal communities and providing economic benefits to Indigenous partners, harvesters, plant workers and other related industries. Since the commercial fishery reopened, landings have more than doubled reaching 32,700 tonnes in 2025 with an associated landed value of $75 million. In 2025, Northern cod accounted for six per cent of the province’s total landed value, up from four per cent the previous year—highlighting its expanding contribution to the provincial economy.
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Fisheries and Oceans Canada to provide an update on key commercial fisheries in Newfoundland and Labrador (Thu, 11 Jun 2026)
St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador – Fisheries and Oceans Canada will hold a media technical briefing to provide an update on the management approach for key commercial fisheries in Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Federal and provincial investment flows into Mary’s Harbour for new water infrastructure (Fri, 22 May 2026)
Mary’s Harbour’s Lodge Bay Road will have a stretch of water and sewer lines installed after a joint investment of over $1.5 million from the federal, provincial and municipal governments.
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Government of Canada announces support to help a Mount Pearl business modernize, compete, and reach new markets (Fri, 22 May 2026)
Atlantic Canadian businesses are modernizing to drive productivity and build resilience in a shifting global economy. By helping firms optimize supply chains and adopt the technologies they need to compete in new markets, the Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI) is strengthening Atlantic Canada’s industrial capacity and helping the region lead on the world stage.
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Infrastructure Announcement in Nain Cancelled (Thu, 21 May 2026)
Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Philip Earle, Member of Parliament for Labrador; the Honourable Lela Evans, Minister of Labrador Affairs and Member of the House of Assembly for Torngat Mountains; and Anthony Andersen, AngajukKâk of the Nain Inuit Community Government.
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Fisheries and Oceans Canada Releases Management Approach for the Food Fishery in Newfoundland and Labrador (Fri, 15 May 2026)
Today, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) announced the management approach for the annual Food Fishery, in Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Federal government invests in natural infrastructure and wetland restoration in Bonavista (Thu, 14 May 2026)
Improvements are coming to the Old Days Pond boardwalk and greenspace after an investment of $200,000 from the federal government.
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Federal funding advances innovative hearing protection solutions for industrial use (Wed, 13 May 2026)
Protecting Canadian workers and building a strong economy go hand in hand, and the Government of Canada is advancing both by investing in innovative safety technology made in the Atlantic Region.
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Fisheries Minister Joanne Thompson and Member of Parliament Paul Connors highlight $957.8 million investment from Spring Economic Update 2026: Canada Strong for All to Small Craft Harbours Program (Fri, 08 May 2026)
Small craft harbours are vital infrastructure for coastal and rural communities, supporting fishing and transportation, while supporting the local economies built around them. Canada's commercial fisheries, aquaculture, and seafood processing sectors support nearly 65,000 jobs — including more than 42,900 commercial fish harvesters — from coast to coast to coast. In 2025, Canada’s fish and seafood exports totaled $8.47 billion.
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