Courtesy the South Vancouver Island Anglers Coalition – SVIAC – we learned recently about decisions taken at the recent International Halibut Commission meetings.
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2025: A New TAC Reduction
After significant discussions, the IPHC Commissioners implemented an aggregate 15.8% TAC reduction for both Canada and the U.S. For 2025, Canada’s total share of the Pacific halibut TAC is set at 4,735,000 lbs. Based on the agreed allocations:
- 15% Recreational Allocation = 680,250 lbs
- 30,000 lbs deducted for the 2024 overage
This leaves Canada’s 2025 Recreational TAC at 650,250 lbs, marking a substantial reduction of over 175,000 lbs from 2024.
Next Steps
The Sport Fishing Advisory Board (SFAB) Halibut Working Group will now develop a coast-wide fishing plan for 2025. While the specifics remain to be determined, anglers should prepare for potential adjustments to the season, including a later start, an earlier closure, or tighter size limits.
https://www.anglerscoalition.com/2025/02/
