Canada ends cod moratorium in Newfoundland after over 30 years

ST. JOHN'S, Newfoundland: The Canadian government has lifted the decades-long moratorium on cod fishing in Newfoundland and Labrador, a landmark decision set to revive the province's economy and small communities after more than 30 years.

The Fisheries Department announced Wednesday that it will reestablish a commercial cod fishery in the province, allowing a total allowable catch of 18,000 tons for the 2024 seas