World Tuna Day

World Tuna Day seeks to raise awareness about the importance of tuna to the world's oceans, as well as to the people and communities that depend on it for food and livelihoods. This day also highlights the need for sustainable management practices to ensure the long-term health of tuna populations and the ocean ecosystem.

The history of World Tuna Day in Canada dates back to 2016, when the United Nations General Assembly declared May 2 as World Tuna Day. This decision was made to recognize the important role that tuna plays in global food security and as a source of income for many coastal communities. Canada has since joined other international community members in observing this day as a way of demonstrating support for sustainable tuna fishing, scientific research, and responsible management of tuna stocks.

Canada has a significant role to play in the global tuna market, with Atlantic bluefin tuna being a highly valuable species that is subject to both commercial and recreational fishing in Canadian waters. As such, it is important for Canada to participate in efforts to ensure sustainable tuna fishing practices, in order to conserve tuna populations for future generations. World Tuna Day in Canada serves as a reminder of this crucial need for responsible management and conservation efforts.