The Arctic's Marine Refuges

In Canada’s Arctic Region, 3 marine refuges (Disko Fan, Davis Strait and Hatton Basin) have been established and contribute 1.17% to Canada’s 2025 Marine Conservation Targets.
Prohibited activities, such as bottom-contact fishing, are in place to protect the diverse populations of marine species that exist within these geographic areas. Watch to learn more about the Arctic’s refuges and what they protect.