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1. For asf logos, visit the graphics page, or email <a href="mailto:asfweb@nbnet.nb.ca?subject=asflogo" target="_blank" title="asflogo request">Tom Moffatt</a> ASF has rights to a number of graphic images, and under specific circumstances is willing to allow use of them.

Research
ASF bases its positions on good science, and has a strong research program of its own. In this policy statement are the details.

asfresearchpolicy1.pdf

Hatcheries
Views on hatcheries have been changing, as some salmon runs disappear. ASF has taken a forward looking approach to hatcheries.

asfhatcherypolicy1.pdf

ASF Policy on Hydro and River Obstructions
River obstructions are a major issue, and such obstructions need to be considered in light of the health of the rivers.

asfhydropolicy1.pdf

Interceptory Fisheries
Atlantic salmon travel to feeding grounds far from their native rivers. This policy statement provides guidance on how we need to approach the problems created by this extended migration pattern.

asfinterceptorypolicy1.pdf

Land Use
The agricultural, mining, forestry and roadbuilding methods we use greatly impact wild Atlantic salmon. This policy statement thoughtfully addresses these issues.

asflandusepolicy1.pdf

Live Release
ASF, through scientific research is convinced that live release is an effective conservation tool.

asfliverelease1.pdf

Privacy Policy
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Report Confirms High Economic Value of Wild Atlantic Salmon
January 9th, 2012
An independent report concludes wild Atlantic salmon in eastern Canada are worth $255 Million

Un important rapport socioéconomique confirme la grande valeur et l’estime accordées au saumon atlantique sauvage
January 9th, 2012
Gardner Pinfold Consulting Economists Ltd. de Halifax a conclu que le saumon atlantique sauvage avait une valeur de 255 millions de dollars et soutenait 3 872 équivalents temps plein en 2010.

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Nova Scotia Eastern Shore salmon farm proposal morally indefensible
February 2nd, 2012
The governments of Nova Scotia and Canada now propose to license a marine salmon farm near the Sheet Harbour estuary.

Live Release Only on many sections of the Miramichi
January 24th, 2012
To assure the best return to spawning areas, large sections of the Miramichi watershed will have live release rules.

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Moncton Dinner
March 24th, 2012

Maine Dinner
March 24th, 2012

Halifax Dinner
April 12th, 2012

Toronto Dinner
April 25th, 2012

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