Elver fishery could be cancelled in the Maritimes this year

The commercial fishery for baby eels, or elvers, could be shut down in the Maritimes this year. The Canadian government has served its notice that it intends to close the fishery, six weeks before the season is set to open.

Read more: https://www.cbc.ca/1.7113631

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