FISHERIES AND OCEANS CANADA

NOTICE TO FISH HARVESTERS

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May 19, 2016

 Atlantic Halibut Fishery Closing in 3Pn

 DFO advises that the Atlantic halibut fishery in NAFO sub-Division 3Pn, for vessels less than 65 feet using hook and line gear, will close at 1800hrs on Friday, May 20, 2016 due to incidental catch of Cod exceeding the established protocols.

If you would like to have all “Notices to Fish Harvesters” for commercial fisheries sent directly to you by email please contact: amy.kavanagh-penney@dfo-mpo.gc.ca

 Contact:

 Frank Breen

Acting Area Resource Manager - Southern, Western and the Straits

709-637-4322

Frank.Breen@dfo-mpo.gc.ca