INSTITUTE FOR THE OCEANS AND FISHERIES

Illegal foreign fishing and lack of reporting threaten Sierra Leone’s fisheries sector

The study estimates that more than 42,000 tonnes of fish were caught illegally in 2015 alone.

For Canada’s 150th anniversary, fisheries scientists want concrete action

In an essay in the new book, REFLECTIONS OF CANADA, fisheries scientists Daniel Pauly, Rashid Sumaila and William Cheung mark a roadmap of what can be done to rebuild Canada's fish stocks.

Marine Mammal Skeleton Exhibit

Showcasing the whale, dolphin and sea lion skeletons on display in the Aquatic Ecosystems Research Laboratory (AERL) building

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  RESEARCH

  IOF researchers study the oceans and the livelihoods of the coastal populations who depend on their health.

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  TRAINING

  IOF students work with some of the world’s leading experts in fisheries management and ocean science.

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  IMPACT

  Work at the IOF has improved fisheries management, informed policy, improved research practices, and more.

Our Vision
A world in which the ocean is healthy and its resources are used sustainably and equitably.
 
 
Our Mission
To lead the way to healthy and sustainable marine and freshwater systems through excellent research, inspirational education, and innovative societal engagement.