Discussion · Oral Questions
Joanne Thompson Liberal
“I support fishers owning and running their own boats. I am working with Indigenous groups and west coast fishers to build a system that works for them. West coast fish should benefit local, coastal, and Indigenous communities.”
“Mr. Speaker, I have been very clear that I support owner-operator models. I am working closely with indigenous partners and all engaged in the fishery on the west coast to co-develop a model that works for the west coast and fits the needs of those engaged in the industry. It is important that this natural resource remains closely tied to our rural coastal indigenous communities.”
Official Hansard
Mr. Speaker, I have been very clear that I support owner-operator models. I am working closely with indigenous partners and all engaged in the fishery on the west coast to co-develop a model that works for the west coast and fits the needs of those engaged in the industry. It is important that this natural resource remains closely tied to our rural coastal indigenous communities.