Negative Reaction to Lobster Industry Observer Program

A recent meeting conducted by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) on a proposed Nova Scotia lobster observer program drew a mixed reaction. The Lockeport meeting was held in June and was meant for organized groups of lobster harvesters in the region. “We weren’t told what the meeting was all about and by law organized fishermen’s group like ours have to be told,” Colin Sproul said. He is the spokesman for the 175-member Bay of Fundy Inshore Fishermens Association. ...