Fisheries committee  It does not apply anywhere. In certain regions, they may even have one trap per buoy. Those measures apply only to this fishing area, LFA 22. I would like to emphasize one point. Mr. Poirier has mentioned it twice, but it is important. In other areas, notably in the Gaspe Penins

Fisheries committee  If you don't mind, I would like to answer that question. It may seem innocuous, but it is an action that was very important in decreasing the fishing effort. In my opinion, that action and reducing the size of traps are the two main measures aimed at reducing the fishing effort.

Fisheries committee  Good morning, gentlemen. I am very pleased to be here today. In his presentation and in answer to questions, Mr. Poirier said that fishers in the Magdalen Islands have no reason to be ashamed coming before you today, given their record with respect to the resource. With the FRCC