DFO Understanding Allows Potlotek First Nation Members To Fish in Pursuit of Moderate Livelihood
After a successful moderate livelihood fishery last year, Potlotek First Nation members will once again be allowed to fish for lobster and sell their catch under the Potlotek’s Netukulimk Livelihood Fisheries Plan and DFO-issued authorization.
“The interim understanding reached with Potlotek First Nation last year was the first of its kind,” said Minister Joyce Murray. “This understanding saw members of the community fishing in pursuit of a moderate livelihood under a community-developed plan and DFO authorization...
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