2026-2027 CONSERVATION HARVESTING PLAN - Atlantic Halibut (4RST)

Eastern New Brunswick fixed gear fleet < 19.81 meters 

 Approved on July 3, 2026 

This conservation harvesting plan (CHP) applies to all Eastern New Brunswick fixed gear licence holders fishing Atlantic halibut in Northwest Atlantic Fisheries Organization (NAFO) Divisions 4RST with vessels less than 19.81 meters in overall length from May 15, 2026 to May 14, 2027

It is to be noted that this CHP is subject to change following ministerial decisions or annual review. Directed fishing for any other groundfish species will require a separate CHP. 

The conservation measures during the fishery are as follows: