Potential MPA site

Becoming A MPA

The steps that are to be followed in the process to become an MPA include:

•  Identification of an Area of Interest (AOI).  Areas are nominated by interested groups for consideration as MPAs.

• Screening and Evaluation of AOIs.  Information is gathered and evaluated to ensure that the purposes stated for the proposed AOI conform to the reasons stated for MPAs under the Oceans Act.  The evaluation of an AOI includes:

  • an ecological assessment,

  • a technical assessment, and

  • a socio-economic assessment.

• AOI Recommendation.

•  Development of Management Plan and MPA Recommendation.

•  Formal designation as a MPA.

PowerPoint Presentations On This Site

The following PowerPoint presentations can be accessed from this site:

• Canada’s Ocean Strategy

• Eastport Peninsula Lobster Protection Initiative

• What is a MPA?

•  How are MPA's Created?

•  National Framework for Establishing and Managing Marine Protected Areas

• The Eastport Area of Interest (AOI)

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