BC Recreational Fishing Association

06/11/2026

“One of British Columbia’s largest and most engaged recreational fishing associations.”

https://www.bcrecreationalfishingassociation.com/product/17140401/membership

06/09/2026

🎣 Part 13 Social Media, Working Together, Finding Common Ground & RAPTORS

Final segment, Mark Roberts discusses the fisheries decision-making process, the importance of teamwork, and how social media groups help connect fishing communities, share information, and encourage public participation.

The discussion also recognizes the teamwork and dedication of BCRFA’s Vice President and Director of Communications, Policy & Research. Their commitment to fishing communities and determination to help protect the future of the public fishery have helped build the foundation of BCRFA and strengthen its advocacy efforts across British Columbia.

Understanding the process and who helps shape these decisions matters as fishing communities continue advocating for the future of our public fishery and our way of life. 🌊🐟🎣

More information at libertytalkcanada.ca

Watch the full livestreams:
• SerenaBear Winterburn (Facebook)
• Storm Ryder News (Rumble)
• COAPinc (YouTube)
• Westward Independent

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06/09/2026

🎣 Part 13 Social Media, Working Together, Finding Common Ground & RAPTORS

Final segment, Mark Roberts discusses the fisheries decision-making process, the importance of teamwork, and how social media groups help connect fishing communities, share information, and encourage public participation.

The discussion also recognizes the teamwork and dedication of BCRFA’s Vice President and Director of Communications, Policy & Research. Their commitment to fishing communities and determination to help protect the future of the public fishery have helped build the foundation of BCRFA and strengthen its advocacy efforts across British Columbia.

Understanding the process and who helps shape these decisions matters as fishing communities continue advocating for the future of our public fishery and our way of life. 🌊🐟🎣

More information at libertytalkcanada.ca

Watch the full livestreams:
• SerenaBear Winterburn (Facebook)
• Storm Ryder News (Rumble)
• COAPinc (YouTube)
• Westward Independent

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06/09/2026

🎣 A big thank you to Island Fisherman Magazine for helping keep BC’s fishing communities informed and connected.

https://islandfishermanmagazine.com/salmon-allocation-policy-bc-fight/?fbclid=IwZnRzaASUPipleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xNzM4NDc2NDI2NzAzNzAAAR4Gku594CfCGesXCiM81zbvWfK9aiGQ3hlux_xYNEtYgFWw6yS9f202-6oF1Q_aem_6n0gTPTWMyrI1A7AjZPcNg

Vancouver Island MPs stand against DFO's Salmon Allocation Policy BC. Discover how the SAP review threatens our $1.1B recreational fishing economy.

06/09/2026

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The Salmon Allocation Policy petition has now been presented in Parliament 19 times, demonstrating the ongoing concern and engagement of fishing communities across British Columbia.

https://fb.watch/HD5RLHjhwA/?

06/08/2026

🇨🇦 What a great group of individuals at the Outdoor Caucus in Ottawa.

It was encouraging to see so many passionate people coming together to discuss the future of Canada’s fisheries, wildlife, conservation, outdoor recreation, and resource-based communities.

Working together and building relationships is an important part of ensuring our voices continue to be heard.

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06/08/2026

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1404793761458061&id=100057823519605

Canada’s outdoors community came together in Ottawa last week to share their valuable insights with the Conservative Hunting and Angling Caucus.

From conservation and land access to fi****ms and wildlife management, the discussions reinforced the importance of ensuring the voices of hunters, anglers, trappers, outfitters, and conservationists are heard in Ottawa.

Read more about the week’s events and discussions at the link below.

https://open.substack.com/pub/blainefcalkins/p/a-wild-game-weekend?r=7bgl15&utm_medium=ios

06/07/2026

🎣 Part 12

A Brief Outline of the Process

In this segment, Mark Roberts and SerenaBear Winterburn discuss the fisheries decision making process and some of the groups, committees, and organizations involved in shaping policies that affect BC’s public fishery.

Understanding the process and who helps shape these decisions, matters as fishing communities continue advocating for the future of our public fishery and our way of life. 🌊🐟🎣

More information at libertytalkcanada.ca

Watch the full livestreams:
• SerenaBear Winterburn (Facebook)
• Storm Ryder News (Rumble)
• COAPinc (YouTube)
• Westward Independent

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06/07/2026

🎣 A Few Letters, One Goal 🎣

Before BCRFA’s trip to Ottawa, several letters were sent to Fisheries Minister Joanne Thompson requesting a meeting to discuss the concerns of BC fishing communities.

Special thanks to MP Tamara Kronis, MP Jeff Kibble, and MP Blaine Calkins for their support and efforts to help make that meeting happen.

While a meeting was not possible during this visit, we appreciate everyone who took the time to advocate on behalf of recreational anglers, coastal businesses, and fishing families.

Every conversation, letter, and effort helps ensure the voices of BC fishing communities continue to be heard. 🌊🐟🎣

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Dear Minister Thompson,

I have been working with the BC Recreational Fishing Association for the past few years. They are sincere in their concerns about our public fishery, and I have personally been to several town halls organized by the organization where hundreds of people have expressed concerns about the proposed changes to the salmon allocation policy.

In my riding of Nanaimo-Ladysmith, we don't just live near the water, we live on the water and I respectfully add my voice to those who have asked you to meet with them. We are a community that is looking for certainty and predictably so that we can run our businesses, enjoy time on the water and feed our families.

The public fishery makes a significant contribution to our local, provincial, and national economy and organizations like the BCRFA have valid concerns that ought to be heard at the highest levels.

I would also be grateful for a reply to my letter to you dated March 27, 2026. I recognize that you are a busy Minister, but it has been almost two months.

With apologies if I have received a reply from you that I missed, and my best wishes,

Tamara

Tamara Kronis
MP, Nanaimo-Ladysmith