Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/315/CAN |
Canada |
2017 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Non-monetary support |
Fisheries |
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Environment related objective
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To assist Mi'kmaq and Maliseet First Nations (MMFNs) in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and the Gaspé Region of Québec, in the development of sound Fisheries Management and Governance practices for their commercial fishing enterprises moving towards an economically and environmentally sustainable integrated commercial fishery
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Atlantic Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative (AICFI)
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Capacity building in MMFNs commercial fishing enterprises
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Type of measure
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Training and other skill development activities
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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FY 2014/15 and 2015/16
Duration of the subsidy: The program was announced on 7 July 2007 and recently approved as an ongoing program.
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Keywords
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Fish
Environment
Sustainable
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/315/CAN |
Canada |
2017 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
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Fisheries |
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Environment related objective
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To achieve a fair, sustainable, integrated commercial fishery on Canada's west coast, in which all commercial participants fish under common and transparent rules; To support higher standards of accountability for all resource users, through enhanced fisheries monitoring and reporting and strengthened collaboration, and enhanced cooperation amongst fisheries interests
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Pacific Integrated Commercial Fisheries Initiative (PICFI)
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Aboriginal fishing enterprises
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Type of measure
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Assistance is provided to Aboriginal fishing enterprises in the form of commercial fishing access acquired through voluntary retirement, vessels and gear, and providing training and other skill development activities.
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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FY 2014/15 and 2015/16
Duration of the subsidy: The program was announced in 2007 and recently approved as an ongoing program.
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Keywords
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/315/CAN |
Canada |
2017 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Grants and direct payments |
Fisheries |
Fisheries Development and Diversification fund |
Environment related objective
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To develop and diversify Nunavut's fishing industry within the overall guiding principles of conservation and sustainability
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Fisheries Development and Diversification fund
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Individuals who are residents of Nunavut; incorporated businesses registered as Nunavut Businesses and whose offices are located within Nunavut, Societies registered under the Nunavut Societies Act or not-for-profit corporation registered for the purposes of delivering fisheries related projects in Nunavut; government agencies with a mandate to deliver fisheries related projects in Nunavut for the betterment of Nunavut; research and development institutions and regional development groups with a mandate to deliver fisheries related projects in Nunavut for the betterment of Nunavut
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Type of measure
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Grants
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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FY 2014/2015 and 2015/2016
Duration of the subsidy: Ongoing
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Keywords
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Fish
Conservation
Sustainable
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/315/CHL |
Chile |
2017 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Grants and direct payments |
Fisheries |
Small-Scale Fishing Promotion Fund (FFPA) |
Environment related objective
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To foster the sustainable development of the Chilean small-scale fisheries sector and support small-scale fishermen's organizations legally established in Chile to improve the living and working conditions of their members in a resource- and environment-friendly manner:
(a) by developing infrastructure for small-scale fishing;
(b) by providing training and technical assistance for small-scale fishermen and organizations thereof;
(c) by restocking the hydrobiological resources mainly exploited by small-scale fishermen; and
(d) by marketing fisheries products and managing production centres.
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Small-Scale Fishing Promotion Fund (FFPA)
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Small-scale fishermen's organizations legally established in Chile that submit projects seeking to improve the living and working conditions of their members in a sustainable and resource- and environment-friendly manner.
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Type of measure
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Full or partial funding of projects managed by small-scale fishermen's organizations through a national public tender system
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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2009 - 2016
Duration of the subsidy: The programme is of indefinite duration. The subsidy is determined and provided on a fiscal year basis.
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Keywords
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Fish
Sustainable
Environment
Natural resources
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/315/CHL |
Chile |
2017 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Grants and direct payments |
Fisheries |
Fisheries Administration Fund (FAP) |
Environment related objective
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To promote sustainable development of fisheries activities
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Fisheries Administration Fund (FAP)
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Small-scale fishermen's organizations legally established in Chile that submit projects seeking to improve the living and working conditions of their members in a sustainable and resource- and environment-friendly manner.
As a general rule, the FAP finances, inter alia:
- programmes for the monitoring, control and management of fisheries activities; and
- projects for research into and restoration of the habitat of hydrobiological species of significance to recreational fishing, and programmes for the promotion, dissemination, management, monitoring and control of this activity.
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Type of measure
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Full or partial funding of projects on the basis of competitive bidding aimed at small-scale fishermen's organizations
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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2010 - 2016
Duration of the subsidy: The programme is of indefinite duration. The subsidy is determined and provided on a fiscal year basis.
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Keywords
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Fish
Sustainable
Wildlife
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/315/EU/ADD.7 |
European Union: Denmark |
2017 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Not specified |
Fisheries |
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Environment related objective
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To support fishcare management in water courses, lakes and coastal waters
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Fisheries: Other programmes:
Fishcare management in water courses, lakes and coastal waters
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Fishcare management in water courses, lakes and coastal waters
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Type of measure
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Not specified
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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2014 - 2016
Duration of the subsidy: Ongoing
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Keywords
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/315/EU/ADD.9 |
European Union: Finland |
2017 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Grants and direct payments |
Fisheries |
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Environment related objective
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To contribute to the achievement of the following objectives: promoting competitive, environmentally sustainable, economically viable and socially responsible fisheries and aquaculture; and promoting a balanced and inclusive territorial development of fisheries and aquaculture areas.
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) Operational Programme for Finland
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Beneficiaries can include fishermen, fishermen organisations, firms in the fisheries, aquaculture, and fish processing sectors, SMEs, producer organisations, professional organisations, fisheries local actions groups (FLAGs) and cooperatives. A big amount of the funds are allocated to public bodies for the purposes of, inter alia, fisheries control, data collection, maritime surveillance and technical assistance for the fisheries administration.
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Type of measure
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Grants
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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2015 - 2016
Duration of the subsidy: The programme period is 2014 - 2020 but payments can be made until 31.12.2023.
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Keywords
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Fish
Environment
Sustainable
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/315/HKG |
Hong Kong, China |
2017 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Loans and financing |
Fisheries |
Fish Marketing Organization Loan Fund |
Environment related objective
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To provide loans for fishermen to meet their operational and sustainable development needs, including the repair and replacement of fishing vessels, gear and equipment; assisting fishermen to tide over the annual fishing moratorium
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Fish Marketing Organization Loan Fund
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Members of a registered fishermen's co-operative society or a registered fishing company; or a local fisherman who:
• holds a valid fishing vessel licence issued by the Marine Department;
• is a bona fide fisherman;
• markets or intends to market his catches through FMO; and
• fulfills other requirements as specified by FMO.
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Type of measure
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Loans
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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Fiscal year 2016 - 17 (i.e. April 2016 - March 2017)
Duration of the subsidy: Ongoing
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Keywords
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/315/HKG |
Hong Kong, China |
2017 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Grants and direct payments |
Fisheries |
Sustainable Fisheries Development Fund |
Environment related objective
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To contribute to fostering the sustainable development of the fisheries industry and bring benefits to the operations of the local fisheries community as a whole
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Sustainable Fisheries Development Fund
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Local registered fisheries co-operatives, non-profit making fisheries organisations, non-governmental organisations or social enterprises; and academic and research institutions in Hong Kong
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Type of measure
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Grants
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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Fiscal year 2016 - 17 (i.e. April 2016 - March 2017)
Duration of the subsidy: The Fund is open to applications since July 2014.
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Keywords
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Subsidies and Countervailing Measures |
G/SCM/N/315/JPN |
Japan |
2017 |
Sustainable fisheries management |
Grants and direct payments |
Fisheries |
Fund for the Measure to Recovery Fishery Resources |
Environment related objective
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To implement comprehensive programs for the promotion of sustainable fisheries, and thereby to ensure stable, safe and efficient supply of food to people
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Measure description
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Coverage of the measure
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Fund for the Measure to Recovery Fishery Resources
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The Government funds various comprehensive programs implemented by non-governmental organizations. Subsidies are provided for sustainable management of fishery resources, promotion of stock enhancement and aquaculture, and conservation of coastal environment for stable supply of food.
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Type of measure
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Grants
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ICS - HS Code
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Subsidy amount
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Implementation period
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Fiscal year 2015 (April 2015 to March 2016)
Duration of the subsidy: Duration of the subsidy is determined and provided based on every fiscal year.
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Keywords
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Fish
Sustainable
Natural resources
Conservation
Environment
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