The Ontario Stream Assessment Protocol (OSAP) contains a series of standardized methodologies for identifying sites, evaluating benthic macroinvertebrates, fish communities, physical habitat and water temperatures in wadeable streams. The OSAP provides standardized methods that ensure data repeatability. Use of these standard methodologies allow data to be shared, used for multiple purposes and stored in a […]
AUTHOR(S): Jacob W. Brownscombe, Andy J. Danylchuk, Jacqueline M. Chapman, Lee F.G. Gutowsky, Steven J. Cooke CITATION: Brownscombe J.W., A.J. Danylchuk, J.M. Chapman, L.F.G. Gutowsky and S.J. Cooke. 2017. Best practices for catch-and-release recreational fisheries – angling tools and tactics. Fisheries Research 186(3):693–705. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fishres.2016.04.018
AUTHOR(S): Steven J. Cooke, Sean Wesch, Lisa A. Donaldson, Alexander D. M. Wilson, Neal R. Haddaway CITATION: Cooke S.J., S. Wesch, L.A. Donaldson, A.D.M. Wilson and N.R. Haddaway. 2017. A Call for Evidence-Based Conservation and Management of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources. Fisheries 42(3):143–149. https://doi.org/10.1080/03632415.2017.1276343
Following a nearly four-year team effort at analysis and writing, the Great Lakes Fishery Commission announces publication of Ciscoes (Coregonus, subgenus Leucichthys) of the Great Lakes and Lake Nipigon. This report, styled as a monograph, is available in PDF now and will soon be printed for field use.
Developed by Toronto Zoo and Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Clam Counter is a fun, user-friendly app supporting both beginners and experienced biologists who wish to contribute to freshwater mussel conservation in Canada. Use Clam Counter like a field guide. The species list, photos and detailed key will help you identify freshwater mussels in the field, […]
HIGHLIGHTS: President’s Message – Jessica Wright, 2017 AFS-OC AGM – March 2-4, Geneva Pak, Orillia, Working With Indigenous Peoples Workshop – Gary Pritchard, Student Subunit Update – Vivian Nguyen, 2017 AGM Keynote Speaker – Dr. John Casselman, Ontario’s Lost Kokanee Salmon – Brian Morrison, Why Should I Attend This Year’s AGM? – Jessica Wright
The following reports resulting from the June 1-3, 2015, Binational Ecological Risk Assessment for Grass Carp in the Great Lakes Basin were posted on the Canadian Advisory Secretariat’s website today:
Canada has a long and illustrious history in fisheries science and management. Indeed, many scientific discoveries, assessment tools, and even contemporary management strategies can be attributed to Canadian fisheries professionals. The Canadian Aquatic Resources Section of the American Fisheries Society has launched a program called “Legends of Canadian Fisheries Science and Management”.
AUTHOR(S): Mark S. Poesch, Louise Chavarie, Cindy Chu, Shubha N. Pandit, William Tonn CITATION: Poesch M.S., L. Chavarie, C. Chu, S.N. Pandit, and W. Tonn. 2016. Climate change impacts on freshwater fishes: A Canadian perspective. Fisheries 41(7):385–391. https://doi.org/10.1080/03632415.2016.1180285
Online public consultation marks the first step in following through with the commitment to restore lost protections and incorporate modern safeguards Ottawa, Ontario – Thriving fish populations and healthy fish habitat are vital to the well-being of Canadian society. The Government of Canada is inviting Canadians to join in a conversation about the protections needed […]
Coregonine Science Webinar: Using telemetry to study Cisco movement and behavior in Lakes Superior and Ontario – January 3, 2025December 12, 2024 - 18:16
85th Midwest Fish & Wildlife Conference – January 19-22, 2025November 21, 2024 - 15:43
AFS-OC Annual Meeting and Conference – March 28-30, 2025November 14, 2024 - 18:35
155th American Fisheries Society Annual Meeting – August 10-14, 2025November 14, 2024 - 17:36
Society of Canadian Aquatic Sciences Conference – February 19-22, 2025November 1, 2024 - 15:00The Salmonid Technical Committee is seeking applications for our 2025 student travel grant: The Salmonid Award. Applications are due by December 5th, 2024. See details below.
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