I took a portion of his post (and others along similar lines) to be a commentary about whats the point providing DNA data, and catch log data to DFO - which is IMO a significant mistake for the rec sector. Having sat through a few PSSI presentations from DFO on Guide Licensing - one of DFO's reasons for pursuing Guide Licensing is to be able to make provision of data and catch logs a condition of license similar to what the Commercial licence holders are required to do. That came about because not enough guides took up the request to provide log book data and provide DNA sampling. While some guides and lodges did embrace providing this, most did not.
So at the moment DFO is investigating various options and mechanisms that would be required to move forward in their plan to implement Guide Licensing - there are a few hurtles to overcome, so this isn't going to happen overnight.
Why is getting data important? You only need to look at some of the current opportunities we have in the WCVI inshore waters and now emerging MSF fishery opportunities - we have those who provided data (Avid Anglers, Guides and Lodges...and DFO creel surveyors) to thank.