Right Whale Recovery Network

The Right Whale Recovery Network (RWRN) is a multi-interest, multi-regional group formed to support progress toward the recovery goal and objectives for the North Atlantic Right Whale (NARW) in Canada.

Who we are

The RWRN is led by Fisheries and Oceans Canada. Members of the RWRN represent:

  • government departments in Canada and the United States
  • Indigenous peoples
  • industry
  • academia
  • non-governmental organizations

What we do

The RWRN:

  • shares information on NARW
  • supports implementation of the Species at Risk Act (SARA) recovery documents, with a focus on the NARW action plan
  • fosters collaboration
  • supports tracking progress toward recovery of the species

Terms of reference

The RWRN operates under established Terms of Reference, which can be provided upon request.

Meeting summaries 

  • December 2024

    The RWRN met on December 4 and 5, 2024, online and at the Bedford Institute of Oceanography in Dartmouth. The meeting was attended by 28 of 34 member organizations. On December 5, a blessing and welcome were provided by an Elder from Elsipogtog First Nation. During the meeting, we provided an overview of the RWRN Terms of Reference, SARA, and NARW recovery planning documents, with a focus on the NARW action plan.

    Several member organizations provided updates on recovery activities related to:

    • Research
    • Education and outreach
    • Monitoring, surveillance, and compliance
    • Incident response
    • Threat management (ocean noise, fisheries, and vessel traffic)

    Members participated in discussions to identify progress made toward recovery measures and areas for potential advancement.

Contact

Species at Risk Program

Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Maritimes Region

Email: DFO.MARSARA-LEPMAR.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca

Phone: 1-866-891-0771

Additional information

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