A framework for the identification of monitoring indicators protocols and strategies for the proposed Laurentian Channel marine protected area (MPA) / S. Lewis … [et al.].: Fs70-5/2014-093E-PDF

During the establishment of a Marine Protected Area (MPA) in Canada, there is a requirement to develop a monitoring plan to ensure the management measures are effective and it is responding appropriately. A suggested framework to be used in the development of that plan for the proposed Laurentian Channel (LC) MPA is outlined in this document based on input and collaboration. The monitoring indicators that have been proposed are based on direct, indirect and anthropogenic pressure indicators to measure and assess not only the species of interest but also ecosystem components and anthropogenic elements that are intrinsically linked with the identified conservation objectives. Further, potential protocols and strategies are proposed that will enable the monitoring of the indicators which are based upon currently-available technologies and platforms. It is intended that this document represent the basis for the development of a monitoring plan by MPA managers in collaboration with stakeholders and Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) Science Branch.

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Department/Agency Canada. Department of Fisheries and Oceans.
Canadian Science Advisory Secretariat.
Title A framework for the identification of monitoring indicators protocols and strategies for the proposed Laurentian Channel marine protected area (MPA) / S. Lewis … [et al.].
Variant title Title at head of French abstract: Cadre pour les indicateurs, les protocoles et les stratégies de surveillance de la zone de protection marine proposée pour le chenal Laurentien
Series title Canadian Science Advisory Secretariat research document, 1919-5044 ; 2014/093, Newfoundland and Labrador Region
Publication type Series - View Master Record
Language [English]
Format Electronic
Electronic document
Note(s) “August 2016.”
Includes bibliographical references (p. 34-38).
Publishing information Ottawa : Fisheries and Oceans Canada, c2016.
Author / Contributor Lewis, S.(Sara)
Description v, 55 p. : ill.
Catalogue number
  • Fs70-5/2014-093E-PDF
Subject terms Marine conservation areas
Environmental management
Fisheries management
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