CERTIFIED SUSTAINABLE FISHING

The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) is an international nonprofit on a mission to end overfishing and ensure future generations have a healthy ocean and sustainable seafood.

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Overfishing explained

Overfishing is a global problem that threatens ocean wildlife, livelihoods, and seafood supplies. The good news is that overfishing can be stopped. Find out how.

What is sustainable fishing?

While companies and organizations around the world have different definitions of sustainable fishing, the MSC definition is widely accepted across borders, among fishery experts, scientists, researchers, governmental bodies, and environmental NGOs.

What does the MSC blue fish label mean?

The little blue fish provides assurance that the seafood you chose came from a certified sustainable fishery.

The MSC in numbers

20.6%

of marine wild catch is engaged with the MSC program (certified, in assessment, suspended, and in the MSC Improvement Program)

738

fisheries are engaged in the MSC program

2,625

improvements made by MSC certified fisheries

The Latest

Read the latest blogs from the MSC about sustainable fishing, certified sustainable seafood in the kitchen, and more.

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Six steps to sustainable fishing

02 June 2026

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Turning the Tide on Bottom Trawl Fishing in British Columbia

19 May 2026

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Debunked: There is no such thing as sustainable fishing

11 May 2026

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Are shrimp and prawns the same thing?

04 May 2026

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Can Canadians Still Afford Sustainable Seafood?

24 April 2026

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Your fish sticks can be good for you AND good for the ocean

21 April 2026

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Food Labels Making a Difference

15 April 2026

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Three things that make MSC certified salmon good for the ocean

14 April 2026

Annual Report

The MSC's 2024-25 Annual Report: Working together for sustainable seafood

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FAQs

Get answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the MSC, overfishing, and sustainable seafood.

How is the MSC Funded?

The MSC is fortunate to benefit from the generous support of donors who share our mission and vision. We also receive funds when our partners choose to use the blue MSC label as a mark of the sustainability of their products.

Stories From the Water

Over the last 25 years, we’ve worked hard to make sure the oceans are fished sustainably, but we haven’t been doing it alone. The best way to understand the impact of the MSC is from those directly involved in the program. Hear from the passionate people taking care of our ocean in the stories below.