Statistics
Fisheries and Oceans Canada collects, processes, analyzes and distributes data on maritime fisheries in Quebec. The statistics produced are used to evaluate and contextualize this industry's economic value. They also provide managers and scientists with the information needed to produce analyses of fisheries resource management.
Recent data on marine fisheries in Quebec can be obtained upon request. The following historical documents contain some of the data available for Quebec and are also available individually:
Quotas reports (2003-2012)
The Canadian Atlantic Quota Report reflects the commercial fishery landings in Quebec with respect to the regional or national global quotas. A quota designates the catch limit set for a segment of the commercial fleet. Additional catches by vessels whose homeport or landings are elsewhere on the Canadian Atlantic coast could be attributed to certain quotas. The landings for Quebec are updated regularly. Note: fisheries that are not subject to quota limitation are not included in this report.
Landings statistics by species (2003-2016)
Presents a monthly landings portrait in Quebec.
Annual statistics review (2000-2015)
Presents a comparative portrait of commercial fishing (work force, quotas, landings, etc.) and plant production in Quebec. It also deals with the seal hunt (2003-2014) as well as Quebec seafood exports and imports.
Statistics series (1997-2015)
Presents a comparative sectoral portrait over several years of commercial fishing (work force, quotas, landings, etc.) and factory production in Quebec.
Highlights (2002-2014)
A reference tool that allows for quick viewing of key data charact
For more information on maritime fishing in Quebec, contact the closest Fisheries and Oceans Canada office or to receive documents for a particular year contact DFO.STATINFOQC-QCINFOSTAT.MPO@dfo-mpo.gc.ca. Please note that a maximum processing time of 15 business days may apply to requests for statistical data.