Fish are an important and valuable renewable resource in Manitoba. The fisheries in Manitoba support an important commercial and recreational fishery that generates millions of dollars to the provincial economy. The fishery also provides social benefits, such as support for cultural and traditional lifestyles.





Manitobans expect a clean and healthy environment to live in, and healthy fish communities are good indicators of environmental health. Fish are sensitive to environmental changes such as water temperature fluctuations or drops in flow.


If fish do not have a favourable environment to live in, their numbers will decline and in time the population may be wiped out. For these reasons, healthy fish habitat is extremely important, for without it, fish could not survive.





By protecting fish habitat and the fish that live it, we ensure that future generations have the same opportunities whether economical or social, that we enjoy today.