https://cdn.earthdata.nasa.gov/conduit/upload/5182/KeywordsCommunityGuide_Baseline_v1_SIGNED_FINAL.pdf 23.6 2026-03-19T10:41:57.720Z https://gcmd.earthdata.nasa.gov/KeywordViewer/scheme/providers/48a17cdd-7391-43a7-a057-171cb35e949c CA/DFO/BIO The mission of the Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Maritimes Region, is to manageCanadas oceans and major waterways so that they are clean, safe, productiveand accessible. To ensure sustainable use of fisheries resources andfacilitate marine trade and commerce.The mandate of the Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Maritimes Region, is topromote the understanding, conservation, and optimum use of marine resourcesand the aquatic environment for the benefit of present and future generations.To meet its responsibilities for navigational safety, environmental protection,and marine industry support.Long-term priorities and goals:*Know and understand oceans aquatic resources*Manage and protect the fisheries resource*Manage and protect the marine environment*Maintain marine safety ^*Facilitate maritime trade, commerce and ocean development*Enhance Canada's international relations with respect to fisheries and oceansThe Science Branch of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Maritimes Region, includessome 410 scientists, hydrographers, and technicians located at five sites:Bedford Institute of Oceanography (BIO), Dartmouth; Gulf Fisheries Centre,Moncton; St. Andrew's Biological Station, St. Andrew's; and Maritime Centre,Halifax; with the Science Branch headquarters located at BIO in Dartmouth.More Information: 'http://www.mar.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/'