The fishing industry in Canada has been really good at breaking apart connections over the last 150 years. It has separated consumers from harvesters through long complex supply chains; pitted Indigenous and non-Indigenous harvesters against one another and moved the industry out of the hands of independent sustainable fishing families. The resulting scarcity mentality and … Continued

We know that you, our members truly value knowing where their food comes from, and in our case, who caught your sustainable seafood. So when we asked you to fill out a quick survey and tell us who your favourite CSA’s were, we received a tremendous response and a very full list! So we got … Continued

I’m bursting with hope and optimism following the Fisheries for Communities Gathering this past month in Victoria, and I couldn’t resist sharing my excitement with all of you (the sustainable seafood community). When Canadian politicians come together with thoughtful, cross-party support for a grassroots issue that helps independent fishing families – it should be celebrated! … Continued

For International Women’s Day this year, I want to celebrate my friend Natasha Marshall Gallic, a role model woman who challenges the status quo, defies stereotypes, has a passion for reinventing for justice, and is a constant source of inspiration to me. Among her many talents, Natasha fishes for salmon for her family, her community, … Continued

As we plan for the year ahead, we begin to reach out to our sustainable fishing families. I love reconnecting in the new year, hearing all about their holidays and their families, and getting their perspectives on what the upcoming fishing season might look like. For many multi-generational fishing families their predictions about the season … Continued

With the arrival of the snow, winter has finally arrived in Vancouver and that means it’s time to reflect on what we have accomplished together in 2022 and to start thinking about the 2023 season. This year was the 14th season that Shaun and I have run Skipper Otto, and our 8th season with our … Continued

In order to help answer any last minute questions, we’ve put together this special holiday FAQ before we take a much-needed holiday break! There’s a good chance you’ll find the answer to your question on this handy list. We’ll be back in the office on Tuesday January 3rd to answer any questions that don’t get … Continued

As you start planning for entertaining friends and family leading up to the holidays, why not share some amazing wild sustainable seafood with them – like a beautiful side of sockeye salmon for the table, or a gorgeous ring of spot prawns as an appetizer? Looking for unique stocking stuffers? Any of our canned salmon … Continued