Responsible Development Randy Pittman Responsible Development Dept of

Responsible Development Randy Pittman

Responsible Development Dept of Environment – Fisheries & Sealing The Fisheries and Sealing division focuses on developing viable and sustainable industries that will ensure all revenues and opportunities derived from territorial resources benefit Nunavummiut. The implementation of the Nunavut Fisheries Strategy is a priority. The division works towards maximizing economic opportunities for Nunavummiut while upholding the principles of conservation and sustainability.

GN - Nunavut Fisheries Strategy �Commercial fishing is an important and developing sector of the Nunavut economy. The vision of the Nunavut Fisheries Strategy is ―to see fisheries emerge as a driving economic catalyst for Nunavut resulting in increasing prosperity for current and future generations of Nunavummiut recognizing the principles of sustainable use. �This Strategy is a commitment to the longterm development of strong, sustainable fisheries across Nunavut; a commitment that combines the strategic vision and objectives of stakeholders for the betterment of Nunavut as a whole.

Responsible Development �Our DFO Role - supports strong economic growth in our marine and fisheries sectors �Our Mission - Through sound science, forward-looking policy, and operational and service excellence, work toward Economically Prosperous Fishery. �Our Vision - To advance sustainable aquatic ecosystems and support safe and secure Canadian waters while fostering economic prosperity across maritime sectors and fisheries.

NUNAVUT MARINE FISHERIES: QUOTAS AND HARBOURS Standing Senate Committee on Fisheries and Oceans � Recommendation 7: The Committee recommends that the Department of Fisheries and Oceans substantially increase its funding for exploratory research in Nunavut’s adjacent waters, and that it commit to a multi-year, multi-species research program. The goal of expanding sustainable fisheries in the North should be further pursued to take advantage of emerging opportunities and to generate much-needed economic and social benefits

Ongoing Projects – Science and Research Marine Institute • 30 + projects completed 2003 -2015 • Fishery resources assessments (Clyde River, Pond Inlet) • Capacity building-training • New and Emerging Fisheries (starry flounder, porcupine crab, whelk) • Development of Winter Longline Fishery • Gear (kite, shelter construction) • Reducing Seabed Impact (Qikiqtaaluk Corporation Workshop) • By- Catch Reduction (Greenland Shark)

Responsible Development The greatest resource that Nunavut has with regard to the fishery is as follows………………. .