News from the Atlantic Salmon Federation

Wide media interest in economic study on wild Atlantic Salmon
The release of the detailed independent study conducted by Gardner Pinfold Consulting Economists Ltd. of Halifax has made a strong impression in the media across Eastern Canada. The stories add new perspectives to these wild salmon having a value of $255 million per year and supporting nearly 4,000 full-time equivalent jobs. Read more:

New Brunswick - with impact of Miramichi salmon
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Newfoundland, as reported in the Western Star
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Nova Scotia, where the CBC article generated many comments
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Prince Edward Island - interesting interview from the Guardian
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Quebec - Examines provincial value, and Restigouche (YouTube, French)
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The full economic study and other documents are available at Atlantic Salmon Federation


The ATLANTIC SALMON JOURNAL (ASJ) covers the report and other bases.
The WINTER issue of the ASJ offers stories covering the world of Atlantic Salmon, and four articles are online to read. Go to: Salmon Journal | Atlantic Salmon Federation

Among these articles:
Sue Scott writes about the economic report and its importance.
Salmon Journal Articles | Atlantic Salmon Federation

Martin Silverstone, ASJ editor, details a trip to Iceland, assisting the making of a documentary on what is happening to Atlantic salmon at sea.
Salmon Journal Articles | Atlantic Salmon Federation

It is easy to sign up to receive the four issues each year of the ASJ. Go to:
Become a Member of ASF | Atlantic Salmon Federation