CanadaFederal Government Ends Newfoundland Cod Moratorium After More Than 30 YearsSavePrintA fisherman carries cod caught in the nets of a trawler off the coast of New Hampshire in this April 23, 2016 photo. The Canadian Press/AP-Robert F. BukatyThe Canadian Press6/26/2024|Updated: 6/26/20240:00X 1The federal government is ending the northern cod moratorium off the north and east coasts of Newfoundland and Labrador after more than 30 years.The government says it is re-establishing a commercial northern cod fishery with a total allowable catch of 18,000 tonnes for the 2024 season.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentThe Canadian PressAuthorAuthor’s Selected ArticlesOttawa Hasn’t Defined ‘National Interest’ Under Major Projects LawOct 20, 2025Montreal Light-Rail Network Set to Open 14 New Stations on Nov. 17Oct 20, 2025Lawyer for Bloc Candidate Who Lost by One Ballot Urges Court to Annul VoteOct 20, 2025Three UK Men Accused of Killing Ontario Restaurateur Agree to Extradition to CanadaOct 20, 2025