Indigenous-Led Plan Calls for Federal Funding and Support Amid Miramichi Salmon Crisis

May 6, 2025

The Atlantic salmon in the Miramichi face a serious crisis, prompting the North Shore Mi’kmaq Tribal Council to devise an ambitious strategy for recovery. The Plamu First Five-Year Strategic Plan presents a distinct, Indigenous-led approach aimed at revitalizing salmon populations through collaborative decision-making, sustained federal support, and a Two-Eyed Seeing methodology that integrates Mi’kmaq wisdom…

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MSA’s Annual General Meeting – April 26th

March 26, 2025

We are pleased to announce the upcoming Annual General Meeting of the Miramichi Salmon Association. The meeting will be held at the Upper Miramichi Rural Community Centre on April 26th at 12:30pm. A light lunch will be provided for all attendees. We encourage everyone to participate, as we have several important MSA issues to discuss.…

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Government of Canada announces its first ever strategy to restore and rebuild Atlantic salmon populations and their habitats

March 13, 2025

Important news regarding Atlantic salmon conservation! Today, the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier announced Canada’s first ever conservation strategy to restore and rebuild wild Atlantic salmon populations and their habitats, “Restore, Maintain, Thrive: Canada’s national strategy to ensure the future of Wild Atlantic salmon”. The launch of…

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Now accepting student applications for the 2025 summer field season

January 27, 2025

The Miramichi Salmon Association is seeking enthusiastic and professional students to hire for the 2025 summer field season. Successful applicants will be working closely with the biologist and hatchery staff to conduct multiple field programs and fisheries conservation practices. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the biological or environmental sciences.  …

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