Fish Safe NS

Fish Safe NS To inspire a strong safety culture for the NS seafood industry through collaboration, education, and

Vision:
Nova Scotia Seafood Industry: Home safe and sound for current and future generations. Values:
Professionalism: Demonstrating transparency, honesty, respect, and integrity

Commitment: Continued passion and support for the safety of the Nova Scotia seafood industry

Relevance: To remain relevant, current, and credible through diversification

Strategic Priorities:
The strategic priorities of Fish Safe NS are:

Modernization and Growth – Expanding our reach and portfolio through industry participation and partnerships

Relationship Development – Encourage engagement and participation with our membership through a clear message of who we are and what we do, and to foster further relationships with other organizations.

⚓ MARINE ADVANCED FIRST AID – ECUM SECUM ⚓📍 Ecum Secum Fire Hall24 Wharf Loop, Ecum Secum🗓 March 24–27, 2026⏰ 8:30am – 4...
02/20/2026

⚓ MARINE ADVANCED FIRST AID – ECUM SECUM ⚓
📍 Ecum Secum Fire Hall
24 Wharf Loop, Ecum Secum
🗓 March 24–27, 2026
⏰ 8:30am – 4:30pm daily
If you’re working offshore, you already know — when something happens, you are the first responder.
Marine Advanced First Aid is designed specifically for commercial fishermen who may need to manage serious injuries at sea until evacuation is possible.
✔️ Major trauma & crush injuries
✔️ Head & spinal injury management
✔️ Oxygen therapy & airway emergencies
✔️ Extended care offshore
You will receive:
✅ Certification from the Canadian Red Cross
✅ A Transport Canada Marine First Aid Training Certificate issued under Transport Canada
This course is taught by a certified marine captain with 25 years at sea — practical, relevant training that speaks directly to life on a fishing vessel.
🎣 I am affiliated with Fish Safe Nova Scotia and am pleased to offer special pricing for fishermen.
📲 Call/Text 902-809-7447 for Fish Safe NS pricing and to register.
Be ready for your crew.

02/20/2026
❄️ SLIPPERY STEPS. WOODSTOVES. HOCKEY INJURIES. ❄️It’s that time of year in Nova Scotia…Are you the person who knows wha...
02/20/2026

❄️ SLIPPERY STEPS. WOODSTOVES. HOCKEY INJURIES. ❄️
It’s that time of year in Nova Scotia…
Are you the person who knows what to do — or the one hoping someone else does?
📍 Bridgetown Motor Inn
396 Granville Street, Bridgetown, NS
📅 Sat Feb 28 & Sun Mar 1, 2026
Saturday (1-Day Options):
🫀 CPR/AED First Aid
🚑 Emergency First Aid
Saturday & Sunday (2-Day Options):
🩹 Standard First Aid
⚓ Marine Basic First Aid
Hands-on. Practical. Real-life skills.
No fluff — just confidence when it counts.
📞 Call/Text 902-809-7447
🌐 https://f.mtr.cool/pvqjcuvztn
Because winter doesn’t slow down… and neither do emergencies.

⚓MARINE FIRST AID TRAINING – YARMOUTH ⚓Mariner’s on Main – 275 Main Street, YarmouthClasses start at 8:30am🗓 Marine Adva...
02/20/2026

⚓MARINE FIRST AID TRAINING – YARMOUTH ⚓
Mariner’s on Main – 275 Main Street, Yarmouth
Classes start at 8:30am
🗓 Marine Advanced First Aid
📅 March 6–9, 2026 (4 Days)
🗓 Marine Basic First Aid
📅 March 7 & 8, 2026 (2 Days)
If you work on the water, first aid isn’t optional — it’s essential.
When you're offshore, help isn't minutes away… it's often hours away. The skills you gain in Marine First Aid training can mean the difference between a close call and a catastrophe.
✔️ Learn how to manage serious trauma
✔️ Handle emergencies in remote marine environments
✔️ Stabilize injuries until evacuation
✔️ Gain confidence in high-stress situations
✔️ Protect your crew, your livelihood, and yourself
Whether you’re a deckhand, captain, crew member, or preparing for certification — this training keeps you compliant, competent, and confident.
🎓 Certification Includes:
✅ Canadian Red Cross Certification
✅ Transport Canada Marine First Aid Certificate
(Recognized for commercial marine requirements)
🎣 FISHERMEN – BIG SAVINGS AVAILABLE!
Special pricing is available for eligible fishermen courtesy of Fish Safe Nova Scotia.
⚠️ You MUST call to receive the special Fish Safe rate.
Do not miss this opportunity — it’s a significant discount.
📍 Location: Mariner’s on Main
275 Main Street, Yarmouth
⏰ Start Time: 8:30am daily
📲 Call or Text: 902-809-7447 to register
Spots fill quickly — especially in Yarmouth.
Secure your seat now and be ready for the season.

A reminder that all seafarers are required to take the Transport Canada Marine Fatigue Course.If you have a CDN number, ...
02/19/2026

A reminder that all seafarers are required to take the Transport Canada Marine Fatigue Course.
If you have a CDN number, you can take this program online for free.
Here is the link to Transport Canada's Fatigue Management Page
https://shorturl.at/jfE13

Below is the link to the Ships Bulletin for details on this required training
https://shorturl.at/jixuy

02/18/2026
02/18/2026

Perennia’s Seafood Accelerator Program is open for applications. Get up to $15,000 for your product development, quality, and food safety projects. Plus, get FREE technical advice from Perennia specialists!

Find out more and apply here: https://www.perennia.ca/seafood/

02/18/2026

We’ve made a slight change to the Boat Shop Workshop schedule.
The Thump Mat Workshop will now take place on Sunday, April 12.

Saturday, February 28 - Monkey's Fist Dog Toys
Saturday, March 14 - Rope Wreath
Saturday, March 28 - Bottle Hitching
Sunday, April 12 - Thump Mats
Saturday, April 18 - Dory Bailer
Saturday, May 2 - Wind Chimes

Address

Suite 9 127 Chain Lake Drive
Halifax, NS
B3S1B3

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+19024713534

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Functions of the Safety Association The safety association focuses its efforts on prevention education, advocacy, communication and awareness. This is achieved by the conducting the following functions: Prevention Education - Implementation of an accident prevention strategy for the fishing industry. Educate the industry on accident investigation, preventing workplace injuries, ergonomics, etc. - Undertake concrete activities that are of direct interest to industry and that have the potential to have a positive effect on rates. This can be achieved by developing educational tools. Research and Advocacy - The association has the capacity to undertake research on causes of escalating rates. Research could also be done on the economic impacts that could result from the continuation of escalating costs that could make the fishing industry in the province less competitive. - Continue the dialogue with Workers’ Compensation Board and Government in their efforts to implement improved medical services in a timely fashion – ie: Doctor’s Nova Scotia and the Physiotherapy contract. - Work with all stakeholders that have a keen interest in improving workplace safety. Communication and Awareness - Show industry wide leadership on the issue of safety. - Increase awareness of safety and celebrate success. - Promote a safety culture in the industry. - Communicate with industry on causes, and various specific activities that can address these.