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Support Local Fisheries

The current provincial government hasn’t done enough to discourage and prevent illegal fishing. A Nova Scotia Liberal government will:

  • Hold an inquiry into illegal fishing in Nova Scotia,
  • Introduce a no-tolerance policy for illegal fishing,
  • Introduce mandatory fines, and revoke buying licenses for repeat offenders,
  • Modernize the provincial department of Fisheries and Aquaculture by creating an office responsible for working with the other levels of government to protect our fisheries, and create a dedicated fisheries enforcement unit to ensure enforcement officers have the resources and focus necessary to protect this essential industry.

Cost estimate: Total cost: $1M

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