The Big Story The rise, fall and (maybe) rise again of the Newfoundland cod fisheries
Jul 15, 2024
Award-winning investigative journalist Jenn Thornhill Verma discusses the impact of the 1992 cod moratorium in Newfoundland, the recent reopening of the northern cod fishery, concerns about sustainability, and the economic implications for the province. The decision to lift the ban and its potential effects on indigenous communities and the fishing industry are also explored, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for the future of Newfoundland's fisheries.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Rise and Fall of Newfoundland Cod Fisheries
02:21 • 4min
The State of Cod Fishing in Newfoundland: Reopening of Commercial Northern Cod Fishery
06:07 • 3min
Analysis of the decision to lift the cod fishing moratorium in the Northwest Atlantic Ocean
08:51 • 5min
Decisions on Northern Cod and Fisheries Regulations
13:44 • 9min