The Fisheries and Forestry Department of Welamukotuk First Nation is dedicated to the sustainable management and protection of our natural resources. We work to ensure that our community can benefit from the river, forests, and surrounding lands while respecting traditional Wolastoqey knowledge and stewardship practices.
We are committed to protecting and managing our lands and waters in a way that supports the community, respects Wolastoqey traditions, and ensures environmental sustainability.
32 Hiawatha Avenue, Oromocto, NB E2V 2W2, Canada
(506) 357-2191 Fisheries
Open today | 09:00 a.m. – 04:00 p.m. |
506-304-6143
WNNB 2026 Fisheries Forum – Sustaining Our Waters Friday, February 13, 2026 Fredericton Convention Centre
Join the WNNB 2026 Fisheries Forum, where updates will be shared, breakout discussions held, and feedback gathered on economic development opportunities within the fisheries industry.
Date & Time: Friday, February 13, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Fredericton Convention Centre, 670 Queen St., Fredericton, NB E3B 1C2
Registration is required to attend the Fisheries Forum.
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Wolastoqey First Nation Communities Session – February 12
WNNB and Fisheries Directors invite all community members to attend a special session to discuss matters related to the 2025 elver season and early planning for a successful 2026 season.
Discussion Topics
· What worked well during the 2025 season
· Areas for improvement
· Planning for a successful 2026 season
Elver fishers are encouraged to participate and share their experiences, insights, and recommendations. Any band members interested in participating in the upcoming 2026 elver season are also encouraged to attend.
This session will also include preliminary information on the upcoming 2026 planning meeting.
Session Details
· Date: Thursday, February 12
· Time: 1– 4pm
· Location: Maqiyahtimok Centre, St. Mary’s First Nation, Fredericton
*A draft agenda is under development. Once finalized, the confirmed details will be shared with you.
Planned Content (Tentative)
· Presentation by Colin and Kaleb on the index river work
· Group discussion on the upcoming 2026 elver season
· Coordination and planning between communities
· Note: This meeting is for our group only — DFO will not be in attendance.
Upcoming Community Meeting – DFO EMT Updates (Date TBD)
Last year, we held a community meeting with Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) to discuss the Elver Monitoring and Traceability (EMT) program. We will be hosting another session soon with DFO representatives Jarrad Sitland and Cassandra Colwell.
This upcoming meeting will focus on:
• Reviewing recent updates and enhancements to the EMT program
• Discussing EMT upcoming changes 2026
• Offering band members an opportunity to ask questions and share feedback directly with DFO
We will share the date, time, and location once finalized via Facebook: Welamukotuk Wolastoqiyik OFN.
Gaspereau Fishing – Spring 2026
The Commercial Fisheries department is reviewing the possibility of leasing OFN’s gaspereau fishery for the Spring 2026 season. We are looking for band members who may wish to participate if the season moves forward.
Participation will be limited.
If interested, please reach out to the Commercial Fisheries department.
Thank you, Carol & Linda Commercial Fisheries Co-Directors
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