Ocean resources and marine fisheries of British Columbia are important contributors to the provincial economy and are the foundation for many coastal and First Nation communities.
The Oceans and Marine Fisheries Branch is responsible for the overall leadership of provincial government strategies and initiatives related to ocean resources and marine fisheries, as well as seafood industry development.
B.C. Seafood Industry Year in Review -October 2011 (PDF/3.37 MB/16 pages)
British Columbia Derelict Fishing Gear Survey and Removal Project -March 2011 (PDF/3.47 MB/ 18 pages)
Economic Impacts From a Reduced Groundfish Trawl Fishery -July 2010 (PDF/590 KB/46 pages)
Economic Contribution of the Oceans Sector in British Columbia -April 2007 (PDF/1.4MB/136 pages)
Aquaculturist
Commercial Fisher
Sport Fisher
Seafood Buyer, Broker or Processor
Updated: October 27, 2011
