My government is determined to implement a responsible transition plan for open-net fish farms. We know that the Pacific salmon stocks are fragile and that protecting them will have long-term positive effects for the west coast.
We are going to continue working on a responsible, realistic and achievable transition plan that will protect the Pacific salmon and at the same time provide support for the workers and communities.
We have to continue to have discussions with the people in the industry, which is also what they are asking for. As I said, these are very emotional conversations and they are not always easy. In my opinion, what is important is that we make the best decisions possible.