Canada’s fish and seafood market by the numbers

Canada’s fish and seafood market by the numbers

Sustainable fish and seafood

Bounded by three oceans—the Pacific, Arctic and Atlantic—Canada is home to the longest coastline and largest freshwater lake system in the world. We are proud of the fish and seafood that we catch. Fish and seafood are part of our culture and way of life, and it’s vital that our fisheries remain healthy for future generations.

For more information, visit www.sustainable-seafood.ca

Did you know?

Fish and seafood are among the largest single food commodities exported by Canada.

Canadians worked hard to export over $7.6 billion worth of quality fish and seafood in 2023.

Canada exported fish and seafood products to 115 countries in 2023.

Canada’s most valuable exports by species in 2023 were lobster, snow/queen crab, and Atlantic salmon.

The United States remains Canada’s largest export market, accounting for 64% of our exports valued at $4.9 billion.