A group representing fishermen in southwestern New Brunswick is welcoming new funding to help them transition to gear that is less hazardous to whales and other marine life.
The federal government announced a new $20-million Whalesafe Gear Adoption Fund earlier this month.
The financial assistance will “absolutely” encourage more fishermen to try the new gear, said Lillian Mitchell, executive director of the Fundy North Fishermen’s Association, based in St. Andrews.
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