Science

Scientific expertise is reflected in several fields at the Maurice Lamontagne Institute.

The Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS) is responsible for surveying, measuring, describing and charting the physical features of our coastal waters and coastal zones. CHS data is used to produce navigational charts, tide and current tables, and sailing directions in order to ensure safe navigation.

Fisheries Science provides the scientific basis for conservation and sustainable use of fishery resources such as fish, invertebrates and marine mammals. Aquaculture and experimental biology activities contribute to progress in fisheries research and to development in aquaculture technology.

Ocean Sciences conduct research on the physical and biological oceanographic phenomena, ocean climate studies and environmental descriptions. Operational oceanography features an important modelling component which contributes to providing services such as ice movement predictions, current patterns, etc.

Environmental Science aims at providing the scientific knowledge and tools that are necessary for the evaluation of impacts of human activities on the aquatic environment, in support to the management and protection of fish habitat and to the conservation of the coastal zone and oceans in general.