Apr 30, 2022 | International
The Government of Canada is committed to advancing reconciliation. Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is actively working with First Nations across the Maritime provinces and the Gaspé region of Québec to further implement their Treaty right to fish in pursuit of a moderate livelihood while maintaining healthy fisheries for all harvesters for generations to come.
April 29, 2022
Moncton, New Brunswick – The Government of Canada is committed to advancing reconciliation. Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is actively working with First Nations across the Maritime provinces and the Gaspé region of Québec to further implement their Treaty right to fish in pursuit of a moderate livelihood while maintaining healthy fisheries for all harvesters for generations to come.
Today, the Government of Canada joined Pictou Landing First Nation in Nova Scotia in announcing that its members will be fishing jakej, the Mi’kmaq word for lobster, in pursuit of a moderate livelihood under the community’s Netukulimk Livelihood Fisheries Plan, supported by a Fisheries Act authorization, during the spring 2022 commercial season.
Pictou Landing First Nation will designate community members to harvest and sell jakej (lobster) fished from waters known as Lobster Fishing Area (LFA) 26A, in their traditional fishing territory. Moderate livelihood fishing is authorized to begin and end at the same time as the commercial fishing season in LFA 26A.
With this announcement, Pictou Landing First Nation joins Acadia, Bear River, Annapolis Valley and Potlotek First Nations who have previously developed understandings with DFO whereby they are exercising their rights through moderate livelihood fishing plans.
“Indigenous reconciliation is a high priority for me and for our government. This understanding with Pictou Landing First Nation to commence a moderate livelihood fishery this spring marks a significant step toward improving relations with First Nations communities and implementing Treaty rights. The Pictou Landing First Nation, my Department and the Government of Canada all have similar goals of conservation, peace, safety and economic benefit. Congratulations to all who worked to make this happen.”
The Honourable Joyce Murray, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard
“I’m pleased to see the discussions are ongoing between Pictou Landing First Nation and the federal government. This understanding recognizes the right of the community to fish for a moderate livelihood while ensuring conservation of the species that helps sustain our local economy. As the lobster season is set to begin in the coming days, I wish all harvesters, Indigenous and non-Indigenous, a safe and successful season on the water.”
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship of Canada
Claire Teichman
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard
604-679-5462
Claire.Teichman@dfo-mpo.gc.ca
Apr 30, 2022 | International
Members of the media are invited to attend a cultural infrastructure announcement.
Saint-André-Avellin, Quebec, April 29, 2022—Members of the media are invited to attend a cultural infrastructure announcement in the presence of:
Mr. Mathieu Lacombe, Minister of Families, Minister responsible for the Outaouais region and Member of the National Assembly for Papineau
Stéphane Lauzon, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Rural Economic Development and Member of Parliament for Argenteuil—La-Petite-Nation, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities
Date:
Monday, May 2, 2022
Time:
10:00 a.m. EDT
Place:
530, Charles-Auguste-Montreuil street, Saint-André-Avellin, Quebec
Journalists wishing to participate in the announcement must register in advance with the Ministère de la Culture et des Communications at the following email address: communications@mcc.gouv.qc.ca.
COVID-19 Notice: People who wish to participate in this event must make sure that they follow all health instructions that apply. If you believe you are infected, consult the COVID-19 self-assessment tool. Please note that wearing a medical mask is mandatory during government media events in Quebec.
Jean-Sébastien Comeau
Press Secretary and Communications Advisor
Office of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc
Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities
343-574-8116
Jean-Sebastien.Comeau@iga-aig.gc.ca
Maxime Roy
Communications Director for the Minister of Culture and Communications
581 989-6037
Media Relations
Ministry of Culture and Communications
medias@mcc.gouv.qc
418 380-2388
Apr 30, 2022 | Business
Satellite Agency Network (SAN) Group, Inc. has announced that Lawrence (Larry) Rose, the company’s chief operating officer, will also serve as President effective April 22, 2022. Rose has held responsibility as SAN’s chief operating officer (COO) since June, 2021.
As president and COO, Rose is responsible for leading the operations of SAN Group and will provide strategic leadership to continue the success of the leading alliance of independent insurance agencies in the Northeast. He will direct future growth, advance strategic partnerships and lead company initiatives focused on member agency service and development.
“I can’t say enough about Larry’s contributions to SAN Group,” said Matt Masiello, SAN chief executive officer. “He represents the very best in our industry and has consistently demonstrated the leadership and expertise to direct SAN through our next stage of growth and evolution.”
Rose joined SAN Group in 2007 as a regional vice president. Prior to being named COO, he held a variety of leadership roles in the company, including senior vice president of sales and distribution.
About SAN Group, Inc.
SAN Group, Inc. is the leading alliance of independent insurance agencies in the Northeast. Over 390 members across eight states have access to 45+ insurance companies and write more than $941.8 million in total combined premium. SAN is the founding master agency of SIAA, the largest national alliance of independent insurance agencies. For more information on SAN Group, visit www.sangroup.com.
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