Intertidal clam fisheries

We manage commercial, Indigenous and recreational intertidal clam fisheries in Canadian Pacific waters.

Eating contaminated shellfish can be life threatening. It is illegal to harvest shellfish from closed or contaminated areas. Closures change frequently throughout the year. Before harvesting clams and other bivalves, make sure that the area where you intend to harvest is safe and legal for harvesting.

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Information about commercial, Indigenous and recreational intertidal clam fisheries

We use integrated fisheries management plans (IFMP) to guide the conservation and sustainable use of marine resources

Learn about the biology of butter clams

Learn about the biology of littleneck clams

Learn about the biology of manila clams

Learn about the biology of razor clams

Contact the shellfish fisheries management team