Fisheries and Oceans Canada

To ensure Canada's aquatic ecosystems and fisheries are sustainable and economically successful, DFO safeguards Canada’s waters and manages its fisheries, oceans and freshwater resources. This federal agency is responsible for legislation around oceans, fisheries, aquatic species at risk, coast guard, coastal fisheries and harbours.

DFO Programs with SWI Data Requirements

Three (3) DFO programs require data in your SWI submission:

• Trade Tracking
• Aquatic Invasive Species
• Aquatic Biotechnology

 CBSA outlines its required DFO data elements (and its reasons for each) here.