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

Chinook fishing restrictions increased in effort to protect B.C.’s southern resident killer whales

Apr 21, 20191 min read

Full Story in The Star Vancouver by Wanyee Li April 16, 2019 VANCOUVER—The critically endangered southern resident killer whales may have more chinook salmon to…

Ottawa announces stronger preservation measures for chinook

Apr 17, 20191 min read

Globe and Mail, April 16 2019 Story by Brenda Owen Ottawa has announced stronger measures to preserve endangered populations of Fraser River chinook salmon, placing…

Government of Canada takes action to address Fraser River Chinook decline

Apr 16, 20193 min read

Today, Fisheries and Oceans Minister the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson announced management actions for 2019 to help address the decline in Fraser River chinook salmon. Fisheries…

MCC Sends Letter to Minister Wilkinson re:Fraser River Chinook Management

Apr 16, 20191 min read

On April 15th, the MCC Salmon Subcommittee sent a letter to the Honourable Jonathon Wilkinson, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, detailing measures required to protect…

MCC provides comments on draft 2019/2020 IFMPs for Salmon

Apr 8, 20191 min read

The MCC submitted feedback on the draft 2019/2020 Northern and Southern Integrated Fisheries and Management Plans today. The letter details MCC’s recommendations on Fisheries Risk…

Alaska MSC Re-Certification Final Report Released

Mar 19, 20191 min read

The MSC released its Final Report and Determination today on the Alaskan Salmon Fishery. The Final Report and Determination provides information on the re-certification process…

Discussion Paper on FRIM in South Coast Recreational Fisheries

Mar 11, 20192 min read

The MCC has produced a discussion paper titled: Incorporating Fisheries Related Incidental Mortality (FRIM) of Fraser River Spring/Summer 42/52 Chinook in the Estimation of Total…

Northern and Southern IFMPs for Salmon Released

Mar 1, 20191 min read

The draft Northern and Southern Integrated Fisheries Management Plans for Salmon in BC have been released. Comments are due by April 8. DRAFT Southern Salmon…

Draft Pacific Albacore Tuna IFMP Released

Jan 23, 20191 min read

The Dept. Fisheries and Oceans has released its draft Pacific Albacore Tuna Integrated Fishing Management Plan. Comments are requested by February 15th. DRAFT_AlbacoreTuna_IFMP_2019-2020

MSC Releases Surveillance Audit for BC Salmon

Jan 6, 20191 min read

The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) released its Surveillance Audit Final Report in December 2018 on British Columbia pink, chum and sockeye fisheries. The report covers…

Salmon Outlook for 2019

Dec 15, 20181 min read

DFO has released its Preliminary 2019 Salmon Outlook. The Outlook provides information on the forecasted stock status for 2019 across BC’s coast and for all…

Draft Groundfish Integrated Fisheries Management Plan for review

Dec 3, 20181 min read

Comments due by January 8, 2019 The Groundfish Management Unit has prepared a draft Pacific Region Groundfish Integrated Fisheries Management Plan (IFMP) for the 2019/20…