Aquaculture coastal classification system: engagement

The Government of Nova Scotia is developing an online mapping tool that will screen coastal waters based on potential suitability for aquaculture development. Share your feedback to help shape the development of the aquaculture coastal classification system.

About the engagement

Government is creating an online mapping tool that will proactively screen and rate (classify) coastal waters based on how suitable they may be for aquaculture development. Developing an aquaculture coastal classification system will:

  • provide an easier way to review science-based aquaculture information
  • help identify areas that may be suitable for finfish and shellfish aquaculture development
  • help inform and guide future planning for responsible and sustainable aquaculture development

Nova Scotians are invited to share feedback on the aquaculture coastal classification system.

Get informed

Learn more about the aquaculture coastal classification system:

How to participate

You can participate by taking a survey.

Take the survey

Provide your feedback through the online survey by March 15, 2025.

Start now

You can also send feedback to coastalclassificationsystem@novascotia.ca if you're unable to take the survey online.
Next steps

Next steps

A summary of feedback will be posted online after the engagement period. Feedback will be reviewed to help inform the development of the aquaculture coastal classification system.

More information about the engagement

You can send questions about the aquaculture coastal classification system engagement to .

 

Contact

Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture
Coastal classification system engagement

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