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Josh Laughren

Josh Laughren is executive director Oceana Canada. 


Joanne Thompson

Canada’s plan to boost its economy must include rebuilding wild fisheries

When wild fish populations are abundant, they support employment, export diversification, food security, and stable regional economies.

opinion | BY JOSH LAUGHREN | December 10, 2025
Joanne Thompson

Rebuilding Canada’s fisheries for climate and economic security

Oceana Canada’s analysis shows that by applying existing science-based law and policy, the number of healthy fish populations in Canada could rise from 35 per cent to nearly 80 per cent within a decade—delivering long-term stability and economic growth within our lifetime.

opinion | BY JOSH LAUGHREN | May 26, 2025

Canada must lead the fight against plastic pollution

To stem the tide of plastic pollution, Canada must phase out hard-to-recycle single-use plastics and prioritize reusable, refillable alternatives.

opinion | BY JOSH LAUGHREN | December 26, 2024

Current review of Canada’s Fisheries Act provides rare opportunity to set Canada on path to restore abundance

opinion | BY JOSH LAUGHREN, ROGER AUGUSTINE | August 14, 2017