The Department of Aquatic Resources and Fisheries Management (DARFM) oversees programs and initiatives on behalf of its Member Communities that focus on monitoring species at risk, restoring habitat and ecosystems, providing technical fisheries management, and promoting and restoring the concept of Netukulimk in modern resource management practices.

DARFM specializes in programs relating to Ocean Sciences, climate change, Mi’kmaq stewardship and kinship, Indigenous fisheries, Freshwater Ecosystems and Coastal Projects.

We welcome input, questions, and concerns from the public regarding our aquatic resources and fish habitat. Whether you want to report an environmental issue, request more information, or share observations from your local waterways, we encourage you to reach out.

Please email us at darfm@cmmns.com. Our managers monitor this inbox and will review your message promptly. Please visit our landing page for additional resources and information! Resources