One question I always ask is this: When will the department finally recognize the risk of the spread of aquatic invasive species in western Canada?
Just recently there was a mussel-fouled boat found entering British Columbia. It was only through the work of the provincial government that the vessel was stopped, partially decontaminated and then further decontaminated and quarantined in British Columbia.
The federal government has a responsibility to manage the salmon stocks that are so prevalent. Okanagan Lake has finally seen a restoration of sockeye salmon returning to that system. The effect of zebra and quagga mussels could be absolutely detrimental.
Why hasn't the department recognized the need for fair and equitable distribution of resources for aquatic invasive species?