We’re a community
The marine conservation community of British Columbia has another way to have its voice heard—the Marine Conservation Caucus (MCC).
We’re scientists and collaborators
Comprised of nine core conservation groups, the MCC is an officially recognized stakeholder in consultations with Fisheries and Oceans Canada. While the MCC does not replace the activities of any conservation group, it does provide unique opportunities for the NGO sector to work together, share information and voice its concerns at official consultation tables.

Find out more about us
This website provides an overview of the MCC’s background, mandate, structure and activities. We are always looking for ways to increase communication and effectiveness with the broader conservation community and appreciate feedback on how to maximize this role of the MCC, and ensure that marine species and ecosystems are being protected.

Recent letters, reports, and articles
MCC input to draft 2021-22 IFMP for salmon fisheries
MCC Letter to Fisheries Minister re: MSF Fisheries
On March 18, the MCC submitted the following letter to Minister Jordan describing the potential…
DFO’s draft 2021/22 Fishing Plans for salmon released
On March 1, DFO released the draft Integrated Fishing Management Plans for salmon for the…
2021 IFMP planning priorities for the MCC salmon committee
In preparation for development of the 2021-22 Integrated Fisheries Management Plans for Northern and Southern…
Environmental Conditions: State of the Salmon for 2021
DFO’s State of the Salmon Program gave a presentation at the Preliminary Salmon Outlook Meeting…
COSEWIC Releases new assessments
COSEWIC has released its new assessments for South Coast BC Chinook populations most impacted by…
MCC recommendations for 2020/21 Strait of Georgia herring fishery.
The MCC recommends a transition of Pacific herring management toward an ecosystem based fishery through…
2020 Salmon IFMP feedback package released
On April 24th DFO released a package including the feedback they received on the draft…
Proposed Changes for 2020 Chinook Fisheries
On March 2, the DFO sent a letter to stakeholders and First Nations soliciting feedback…
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