Aquaculture - DFO's Role

Regionally, aquaculture issues are managed by Regional Aquaculture Co-ordination (RAC) offices. The RACs provide a regional focal point for DFO staff, provinces, industry and other stakeholders on a range of aquaculture issues. The RAC officers are responsible for:

• Co-ordinating the site application process, including liasing with industry proponents, provinces, non-government environmental organisations and the general public;
• Regional policy and program development, administration and evaluation, including the implementation of the Program for Sustainable Aquaculture, and the Aquaculture Policy Framework;
• Advice to senior DFO management; and,
• Stakeholder liaison.