Partnered Associations

The Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) is a certification and labeling body for farmed seafood. It manages global standards for responsible aquaculture, recognizing those entities that adhere to environmentally responsible practices.

For more information on the ASC, visit them here.

The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) is on a mission towards sustainable fishing, ensuring the oceans are left with enough fish to feed future generations by respecting habitats and maintaining the livelihoods of those who depend on fishing.

For More information about the MSC, visit them here.

Global Aquaculture Alliance’s mission is to promote responsible aquaculture practices through education, advocacy and demonstration by providing resources to individuals and businesses worldwide who are associated with aquaculture and seafood.

For more information about Global Aquaculture Alliance, visit them here.

BRCGS is a leading brand and consumer protection organisation, used by over 29,000 certificated suppliers over 130 countries, with certification issued through a global network of accredited certification bodies. BRCGS’ Standards guarantee the standardisation of quality, safety and operational criteria and ensure that manufacturers fulfil their legal obligations and provide protection for the end consumer. For more information about BRCGS, visit website here.

Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP) is a seafood-specific certification program that addresses 4 key areas of sustainability: environmental, social, food safety, and animal health. It verifies that producers are following best practices to deliver farmed seafood safely and responsibly.

For more information about BAP, visit them here.

Ocean Wise is a conservation program that certifies seafood items as ocean-friendly, making it easy for consumers to choose sustainable seafood for the long-term health of our oceans. The Ocean Wise project is one that protects our oceans for future generations.

For more information about Ocean Wise, visit them here.

SeaChoice is an organization that aims to position Canada as a leader in environmental conservation and social responsibility in seafood production and procurement.

For More information about SeaChoice, visit them here.

Founded in 1996 by the members of the Québec Agri-Food Sector, Aliments du Québec is a non-for-profit organization whose mission is to promote the agri-food industry through the Aliments du Québec and Aliments préparés au Québec brands and their respective derivatives.

For more information on the Aliments du Quebec, visit them here.