Event Details

January 29, 2025
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM  (AST)
Virtual  

Session Description

Planning for the Future: Innovation and Growth in Nova Scotia’s Aquaculture Sector 

Please join the Honourable Kent Smith, Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture, for an update on Nova Scotia’s aquaculture sector. Joining him will be Ernie Porter, a Nova Scotia oyster farmer, who is leading innovation in the sector. Mr. Porter, President of Town Point Oyster and Co-founder of DockPort Ltd., will share his innovative approach to aquaculture farming. 

During the webinar the Department will share how it is supporting the responsible development of a low-impact and sustainable aquaculture industry. Staff will provide an update on our aquaculture planning initiatives.

Speakers

Minster’s Remarks
The Honourable Kent Smith, Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture 

Creating an aquaculture coastal classification system: planning for responsible and sustainable aquaculture development in Nova Scotia’s coastal waters.
Hilary Steele, Project Manager with the Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture  

Aquaculture Development Areas – A Proactive Approach to Aquaculture Development in Nova Scotia.
Matthew King, GIS Analyst with the Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture 

Innovation in the Oyster Industry: Faster, Better, Easier… the Benefits of Being Round
Ernie Porter, Owner Town Point Oysters  

Registration

Registration is required.
There is no cost to attend.

Questions?

Karolyn Aucoin
kaucoin@perennia.ca