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We’re delighted to introduce you to our brand new Community Partner in Saskatoon. . . Saskatoon Co-op is a member-owned co-operative which serves its members with products and services that help build, feed and fuel individuals and communities, making sustainable investments in local communities. We are honoured that Saskatoon Co-op (Attridge) has agreed to distribute … Continued

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Our Regina Community Partner: Body Fuel Organics

January 19, 2016

We’re delighted to introduce you to our Community Partner in Regina. . . Body Fuel Organics has been providing the city of Regina (and beyond) delicious, healthy organic produce and groceries since 2005. We are honoured that Body Fuel helps distribute CSF member shares in Regina! Skipper Otto’s CSF didn’t always deliver sustainable seafood to … Continued

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Our Fort St. John Partner: The Butcher Block

January 19, 2016

We’re delighted to introduce you to The Butcher Block, our Community Partner who distributes CSF shares to members in Fort St. John. Skipper Otto’s CSF didn’t always deliver sustainable seafood to Fort St. John this way. From 2011-2014, my husband and fisherman, Shaun, would fish all summer, rent a freezer truck and drive across the … Continued

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A taste of what’s to come: Food and drink trends to watch out for in 2016, by Nikki Bayley for the Globe and Mail

December 22, 2015

Read the full story at the Globe and Mail. “Sustainable seafood tastes even better when served with a side of social justice. Community Supported Fisheries (CSF) cut out the middleman, working directly with small-scale, low-impact fishermen. Members buy shares before the season starts, allowing the CSF to guarantee a stable, fair price. Fishermen don’t have … Continued

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The Top 8 Reasons Why a CSF Share Makes the Best Gift

December 14, 2015

1. It’s Healthy As a CSF member, you know that you’re eating healthier. You know you want the best health for your loved ones, too. It’s an easy call. Plus, a CSF share is less expensive than a treadmill! 2. It Lasts All Year Long Whether BBQ-ing spot prawns in springtime or making a hearty halibut curry in the … Continued

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The Human Scale of the CSF

December 14, 2015

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We receive so many lovely emails from our members talking about why the CSF is special to them. This message from Elana in Vancouver was so touching — it showed us that our deeply held values really do come across in all that we do. Thank you, Elana, for allowing me to share your email with our … Continued

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Fishing Under a Rogue’s Moon

October 29, 2015

This week, there were times the moon was so bright, Shaun could fish from it’s light alone and didn’t need a deck light to pick the net. The pull of the moon also caused an extreme, 4 metre tide last night making for an eventful night of fishing! As the tide moves from ebb to … Continued

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Meet Your Prawner, Ivan Askgaard

October 9, 2015

We met Ivan by chance when he decided to bring his boat over to Vancouver from Powell River to try to sell some of his frozen-at-sea spot prawns at the False Creek Fishermen’s Wharf. Naturally, when we saw him set up his sign, we just had to go meet him and find out if he … Continued

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Skipper Otto’s and Chef Ned Bell Launch Canada’s First Restaurant Supported Fishery

October 5, 2015

The first-of-its-kind program restructures the marketplace and allows commercial fishermen, and the bounty of coastal ecosystems, to decide what species of local fish participating chefs and restaurants will offer their guests. VANCOUVER, CANADA — Skipper Otto’s Community Supported Fishery (CSF) and Chef Ned Bell announced today the launch of the first Canadian Dock to Dish … Continued

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A Stormy End to the Summer Fishing Season

September 2, 2015

Oliver’s big wish this summer was to go on a long fishing trip with his dad, Shaun. On Monday, August 24th, just weeks before starting grade two, he got his wish as Shaun and Oliver left Vancouver to travel up to Nootka Sound. They planned to fish the final Chinook salmon opening for the area … Continued

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Lynne

Member since 2018

"Wonderful service, wonderful product. I salute the fishermen of BC, as I sit in my prairie apartment and indulge in real food caught by real people!"