Work with stakeholders to better co-manage our three oceans.

What success looks like

Better planning, management and protection of oceans, marine mammals, and coastal communities.

Government's narrative on progress

Through the Oceans Protection Plan (OPP) and other ocean initiatives, Canada has been engaging Indigenous and coastal communities, stakeholders and other levels of government, including activities, such as improved marine safety, protection of the marine environment, restoration of Canada’s coastlines, waterways management, and new opportunities for Indigenous and coastal communities in emergency response. The OPP includes new research on the effects of oil spills, measures to protect marine mammals, and increased emergency response capacity in which coastal communities will play a greater role. The OPP is a key part of the government's commitment to redefine its relationship with Indigenous peoples and engage in a meaningful and productive partnership with Indigenous communities. In addition to the OPP, the government has officially endorsed the Pacific North Coast Integrated Management Area Plan with the Province of British Columbia and Pacific North Coast First Nations; explored partnerships with land claims organizations in the North to advance Canada’s marine conservation agenda; and signed a statement of intent between Canada and the Nunatsiavut government to work together on oceans management in northern Labrador. The Reconciliation Framework Agreement for Bioregional Oceans Management and Protection was announced by the Prime Minister on National Indigenous Peoples Day, June 21, 2018. This significant agreement demonstrates a commitment between Canada and First Nations along the North and Central Coast of British Columbia to partner on marine initiatives within the Pacific North Coast Integrated Management Area. Key areas of work will include marine spatial planning, marine protected area network development and initiatives to support marine safety.

Note: this is the government's own description, not an independent assessment.