About Us
Moratorium on Finfish Aquaculture Announced!
On March 12, 2009 the Premier of Nova Scotia, Rodney MacDonald, announced an “indefinite” moratorium on more finfish aquaculture operations in Port Mouton Bay. Read more >
Friends of Port Mouton Bay are a volunteer group drawn together in our mutual concern over the proposed expansion to the existing salmon farm in Port Mouton Bay.
Statement of Purpose
The Friends of Port Mouton Bay are local residents, fishers, property and business owners, and visitors who speak with one voice. We recognize that lobstering and tourism are sustainable and economically viable industries with long histories in the bay.
We recognize that the economic worth of Port Mouton Bay is in its undeveloped seascape, natural marine environment and exceptional shoreline. We recognize that our long term economic future depends on upholding these values for the next generations.
We recognize that fish farms have negative risks on these valuable assets and it is a compromise that is too great.
For this reason we are opposed to the granting of new fish farm licenses in Port Mouton Bay, and the expansion and/or relocation of the existing fish farm site #835.
Contact Information
Darlene Norman is the 'official' keeper and organizer of the information. You can contact her at:
Email: darlene@friendsofportmoutonbay.ca
Phone: 1 902 683-2530
Around the Bay
Carter's Beach, looking out toward Port Mouton Island (Photo: Linda Ross)