Map of management measures in the Gulf Islands to support Southern Resident killer whale recovery

Release date: May 2025

June 1 to November 30: No vessels or fishing (with some exceptions) in the Vessel Restricted Zones located in a portion of Subarea 18-4 and in portions of 18-5 and 18-11. Human-powered vessels (kayaks, canoes, etc.) may use a 20 m transit corridor along the shoreline.
June 1 to November 30: Voluntary Speed Reduction Zone - reduce speed to no more than 10 knots in Tumbo Channel, when safe to do so.
July 16 to November 30: No recreational or commercial salmon fishing in Subarea 18-9 and portions of Subareas 18-2, 18-4 and 18-5. Specific coordinates can be found in FN0652.

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