May 17, 2013
QUÉBEC – Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Quebec Region, has released a list of fishermen fined in April 2013 for offences under the Fisheries Act.
The fines imposed on the offenders total $9,800. In addition, some of the offenders had the value of the seized fish, the value of the proceeds from its sale, and their fishing gear confiscated. The offenders are:
Fisheries and Oceans Canada has a mandate to protect and conserve marine resources and to prosecute offenders under the Fisheries Act. To report a poacher, dial 1-800-463-9057. All calls are anonymous and confidential.
The Government of Canada remains focused on four priorities, as outlined by the Prime Minister, that Canadians care most about: their families, the safety of our streets and communities, their pride in being a citizen of this country, and of course, their personal financial security.
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