How does MNR ensure that harmful non-native species are not introduced through aquaculture and fish stocking?
A licence is required to stock fish in Ontario waters and to culture fish. MNR has a policy for aquaculture and for fish stocking that minimize the risk of harmful introductions. Under the provincial Environmental Assessment Act, a Class Environmental Assessment must be conducted for projects involving stocking fish in new waters. As well, intentional introductions and transfers of fish are subject to an approval process through the National Code on Introductions and Transfers of Aquatic Organisms. In Ontario, a proposal must be submitted for review by the Provincial Introductions and Transfers Committee. To access a copy of the Code follow the link: External Link http://www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/science/aquaculture/code/prelim_e.
A licence is required to stock fish in Ontario waters and to culture fish. MNR has a policy for aquaculture and for fish stocking that minimize the risk of harmful introductions. Under the provincial Environmental Assessment Act, a Class Environmental Assessment must be conducted for projects involving stocking fish in new waters. As well, intentional introductions and transfers of fish are subject to an approval process through the National Code on Introductions and Transfers of Aquatic Organisms. In Ontario, a proposal must be submitted for review by the Provincial Introductions and Transfers Committee. To access a copy of the Code follow the link: http://www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/science/aquaculture/code/prelim_e.
