Framework To Establish And Manage MPA's

Canada’s marine ecosystems are vast and diverse, supporting many different activities. Marine Protected Areas under the Oceans Act must, therefore, satisfy a range of needs in a variety of jurisdictional settings.  As a result, the Program uses a flexible approach to the design and management of these areas.

The National Framework for Establishing and Managing Marine Protected Areas provides the general approach to MPAs across Canada.  The framework or process that is used to establish a marine protected area is a complex one.  The key principles evident throughout the process include extensive collaboration and consultation amongst stakeholders.

What are Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and why are they important?

A description of the National framework that is used to establish MPAs in Canada.

A description of the process followed in becoming 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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