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Hupačasath First Nation Challenges Cermaq's Salmon Hatchery Operations

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 24
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What happened

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Hupačasath First Nation served an eviction notice to a hatchery that supplies 14 farms in Clayoquot Sound. Alton Watts, Hupačasath Hereditary Chief, told Cermaq that the company must immediately stop transferring Atlantic salmon smolts from its Boot Lagoon hatchery near Port Alberni and close operations by the end of the year. Watts stated that Cermaq does not have consent to rear invasive fish in Hupačasath territory.

From thetyee.ca

Why it matters

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The challenge targets Cermaq's operational license and hatchery supply chain within Hupačasath territory. Watts claims that wild salmon in the Somass River are showing diseases linked to farmed salmon, supporting the demand to halt operations.

From thetyee.ca

Who's involved

  • Alton WattsHupačasath Hereditary Chief challenging Cermaq's operational license
  • CermaqSalmon farming company facing an eviction notice and operational challenge

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • CermaqSpeculative

    Cermaq's operations might face supply chain disruption or increased costs if the hatchery is forced to shutter or restrict transfers.

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The entities involved

  • Cermaq

    fish farming company

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Coverage

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