Recovery Strategy for Transient Killer Whales

Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) would like your feedback on the draft recovery strategy for Transient Killer Whales (Orcinus orca) in Pacific Canadian Waters.  The recovery strategy describes the recovery goals and objectives as well as the methods that will be used to monitor recovery.  We are now seeking input on the draft recovery strategy from those who are interested in transient killer whales and may have additional knowledge to help effectively implement activities to recover these whales.  Your input will help to finalize the recovery strategy and to implement the recovery programs.

• (Draft) Recovery Strategy for Transient Killer Whales in Pacific Canadian waters (HTML) (PDF)

We Want to Hear From You!

An integral part of the recovery planning process under the Species at Risk Act (SARA) is involving the public during all stages of species recovery. At this stage, it is important for Canadians to learn more about the recovery strategy and provide input before it is finalized.

How to Provide Feedback

The following options are available for submitting comments:

• Use this on-line form
• Download the discussion guide in either (word) or (pdf)
• Fill in the form electronically and submit it to: marinemammals@pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca or print and mail hard copy to the DFO contact below.

THE DEADLINE FOR FEEDBACK IS APRIL 30, 2007

THANK YOU FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION!

DFO Contact:

Annely Greene

Marine Mammal Program Manager

Fisheries and Aquaculture Management

Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Suite 200 - 401 Burrard Street

Vancouver, B.C. V6C 3S4

Telephone:  604-666-0071

Fax:  604-666-3341

E-mail: marinemammals@pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca