Looks like they plan on implementing last years regs but earlier. April 1, That sucks was hoping to get out in april again like last year. Last year it was implemented april 18th ish i believe. Looks like ill have to try to get out next month.
As for the adjustments I would imagine the squeakiest wheel will get the grease. So I would encourage everyone to take part in the process.
FRASER RIVER CHINOOK CONSERVATION CONCERNS: This section of the IFMP outlines conservation measures for Fraser River Chinook that were implemented in the 2019 fishery. The Department intends to implement management measures that were announced for the 2019 season beginning April 1st, 2020 as interim measures to provide time for a technical review of the 2019 fishery management measures and completion of consultations on possible adjustments to these management measures. The Department is seeking feedback from First Nations and established advisory groups on potential adjustments to 2019 management measures that should be considered for 2020/21. The final IFMP will be updated to reflect final approved measures.
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The Department has released the 2020-21 draft Northern and Southern BC Salmon
Integrated Fishery Management Plans (IFMPs) for comment.
Deadline for submission of comments is April 15, 2020.
To obtain an electronic copy for review, please click the link below:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/lpcxy7jprrz4yf6/AADHgO78wMqcJy-N2WUFnGH_a?dl=0
The draft IFMPs set out the policy framework that guides decision making,
general objectives relating to management of stocks of concern, enhancement and
enforcement, as well as decision guidelines for a range of fisheries.
Section 13 of the IFMPs outline the Species Specific Fishing Plans, which
describe fisheries plans for each of the salmon species and the management
units and major fishery areas for each species. This section includes the
relevant information on management approach, decision guidelines and specific
management measures, as well as, information related to First Nations,
commercial and recreational fishing plans for each fishery.
During March and April, the Department will be meeting with First Nations and
recreational, commercial and environmental groups to seek further feedback on
the draft IFMPs as part of the IFMP consultation process.
Comments may be provided in writing via email to the DFO Pacific Salmon
Management Team at
DFO.PacificSalmonRMT-EGRSaumonduPacifique.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
DFO Pacific Salmon Management Team
DFO.PacificSalmonRMT-EGRSaumonduPacifique.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca
Fisheries & Oceans Operations Center - FN0164
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