Offshore Aquaculture in Canadian Waters: Legal Issues and Challenges

摘要

Although commerical aquaculture operations in Canadian waters are currently being carried out in coves, bays and nearshore areas well within 3 nautical miles (nm) of the shoreline, there is growing interest in the possibility of operating aquaculturefarms in the offshore area. Offshore aquaculture, occurring hundreds of nm from the shore, could prove an attractive option, especially as nearshore areas approach their carrying capacity for both aquaculture and non-aquaculture activities, increasing the likelihood of conflicts between aquaculturists and users of coastal areas over the next decade.