"Human beings are fishing the last 10 percent of shark, swordfish, and tuna on the planet. More and more species and populations are becoming vulnerable, threatened, endangered, and critically endangered through unsustainable fishing practices.
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"Human beings are fishing the last 10 percent of shark, swordfish, and tuna on the planet. More and more species and populations are becoming vulnerable, threatened, endangered, and critically endangered through unsustainable fishing practices. Overfishing is the most immediate threat our oceans face today. |
But there is also reason to hope: the 麻豆传媒映画Aquarium鈥檚 program is a difference-maker, putting the power of change into the hands of seafood consumers and industry stakeholders. With the support of visionary chefs, responsible suppliers and retailers, and, above all, informed consumers, Ocean Wise is helping to tip the balance away from extinction. The Ocean Wise symbol on a seafood item lets everyone know that the item has been sustainably harvested. When we make - or demand - that choice, we challenge our favourite restaurants and grocery stores to make a difference.
Last November, Ocean Wise met a major milestone, welcoming Canada鈥檚 first Chinese Ocean Wise restaurant, the popular Original Szechuan Chongqing Seafood Restaurant. 鈥淭he Szechuan Chongqing team is especially proud to become an Ocean Wise partner,鈥� says chef and second-generation owner, Robert Wong. 鈥淚t means a lot to us to become Canada鈥檚 first Chinese restaurant and make Ocean Wise choices available to our loyal customers.鈥�
We are slowly beginning to turn the tide in favour of sustainability. Through Marine Protected Areas, cutting-edge fisheries management and support from all stakeholders, some of the challenge fisheries are pulling back from the brink. Lasting change is in the hands of consumers. If we vocally and visibly support sustainable fisheries we enable governments and industries to take the long view, enacting critical policies and taking necessary action. The 麻豆传媒映画Aquarium鈥檚 Ocean Wise program is playing a leadership role in this shift towards sustainability, helping to keep ocean life healthy and abundant for generations to come."
- V.I.A. reader Charlene Chiang, nominator
Photos: Christine McAvoy
Ocean Wise鈥檚 Chowder Chowdown event brings together people to celebrate great food, sustainably harvested. Photo: Christine McAvoy
And seeing as November just happens to be Ocean Wise month, here's a lil video...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WytbS5reO2g
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