Moncton, New Brunswick (N.B.) - September 9, 2025 - Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) will be closing the Atlantic mackerel bait fishery in all Mackerel Fishing Areas as of 18:00 (Atlantic Daylight Time) on September 10, 2025. This notice to stop fishing is for conservation purposes, as landings are nearing the 220-tonne portion of the total allowable catch (TAC).
For harvesters with a multi-species bait licence, please refer to your conditions of licence.
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