Aquaculture generated CAD 453m in Atlantic Canadian province last year
Newfoundland and Labrador’s aquaculture industry generated a farmgate value of CAD 453 million (£241.3m) in 2025, representing nearly 40% of the total value of all seafood produced in the province, according to the Newfoundland and Labrador Industry Association (NAIA).
NAIA executive director Bradley George said the results reinforce aquaculture’s importance to the province’s food-security goals.
“These numbers show that aquaculture is a major contributor to that conversation,” said George. “Our sector provides healthy, sustainable food while supporting economic growth and stability in coastal communities across the province.”
A 'central pillar' of food security
He added that as demand for reliable, nutritious protein continues to grow, aquaculture is becoming a central pillar in ensuring Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) can meet its long-term food-security needs.
NAIA is partnering with the Aquaculture Association of Canada to host the Cold Harvest Conference & Trade Show from September 15-17 at the Jag Hotel in St John’s, Newfoundland.
The event will bring together industry, government, academia, and technology leaders to explore innovation, science, and the future of seafood farming in NL.
The programme will feature technical sessions, keynotes, panels, and a trade show spanning the full aquaculture value chain, with delegates expected from across Canada, the United States, Europe, and New Zealand. Registration is open at www.naia.ca.
