What role does DFO play?
The Harbour Authority program, which is managed by DFO’s Small Craft Harbours Program, is designed to give more control to local communities in handling the day-to-day operations of their fishing harbours. The Small Craft Harbours Program offers volunteer training, guidance and advice; monitors harbours’ overall physical condition; and provides funding through contracts and contributions for major and minor repairs as budgets permit. The Small Craft Harbours Program assesses proposed construction, dredging and repair projects identified by Harbour Authorities in all regions and determines funding priorities.
