Pangnirtung
Baffin Island is the largest island in Canada and the fifth largest island in the world. Despite the size, the 8 hamlets on the Island have a total population of 14,355, 85% of whom are Inuit, with Pangnirtung reaching 1,550 people. Pangnirtung is known for it's incredible landscapes, located at the entrance to Auyuittuq National Park.
Due to the inaccessibility of the island, the waters surrounding Baffin Island are some of the cleanest waters in the world. The population is a relatively low human impact on the island which leaves our fish with an extremely low level of contaminants.
The brave fishermen travel up to 100km on the ice in the winter, with up to -40° weather, and harvest the Turbot by hand through 8 feet of ice.
Rankin Inlet
Rankin Inlet is located in the northwestern corner of Hudson's Bay and is the largest Hamlet in Nunvaut with a population of 2,500. The community is very well know for their artwork and as a large business hub in the north.
Rankin Inlet combines the best of land and sea. Rocky islands with sheer cliffs and several rocky rivers offer a great fishing environment for Arctic Char and Trout.
These fishermen travel out in the winter and in the summer to catch and harvest the Arctic Char and Trout by hand with only nets.
Ile-a-la Crosse
Located on a peninsula in northwest Saskatchewan, Ile-a-la Crosse is the second oldest community in Western Canada — founded in 1776. Also known by its Cree name Sakitawak, translates to where the rivers meet and it is a critical part of the community.
Their winter fishery is focused on sustainability and quality, with their Walleye and Whitefish frozen within 3 hours of catch and priority put on the local quotas, the preservation of the land and food they harvest.
They are always looking at growing, building economic development and creating more opportunities for the community.
Vancouver Island
In the Pacific ocean waters on the north-east coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia in you can find beautiful views of Mount Waddington and a vast variety of wildlife in and out of the water.
The Indigenous fishermen in this area, travel to Broughton Archipelago through Knight Inlet to some of the most breathtaking views to find premium Halibut, prawns and much more.
These dedicated fishermen go out on overnight fishing trips on open water and pull in the fish using small boats with minimal equipment.
Currently just a small group fishermen, however they are looking to share their story and fish across Canada.