Proceedings 2009/036

Proceedings of the Maritimes Region Science Advisory Process on the Assessment Framework for 3NOPs4VWX+5Zc Atlantic Halibut; 30 – 31 October 2007, 8 – 9 January 2008, 16 – 17 June 2009

Chairperson: Tana Worcester

Summary

The Maritimes Region Science Advisory Process (SAP) review of the assessment framework for 3NOPs4VWX+5Zc Atlantic halibut was undertaken in three meetings: review of management unit, fishery data inputs and indices of abundance: Part I (30–31 October 2007), review of management unit, fishery data inputs and indices of abundance: Part II (8–9 January 2008), and review of model(s) to assess stock status and productivity (16–17 June 2009). Participation in these meetings included Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and non-DFO scientists, members of the halibut industry, DFO managers, provincial representatives, aboriginal communities and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). The results of these meetings will be used to conduct future assessments of the status of 3NOPs4VWX+5Zc Atlantic halibut.

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