Our story so far

Meet the team and learn about our mission, vision, and values.

About BCSFA

About BCSFA

The BC Salmon Farmers Association is a forum for communication and cooperation within the salmon farming sector, and the focal point for liaison between the industry and government.

BCSFA also provides information to the public and stakeholders about salmon farming, and coordinates industry-wide activities, research, and community events.

Our members include both farmed salmon producers and many of the companies who provide services and supplies to them. The BCSFA was established in 1984 and is based in Campbell River, British Columbia.

The BC Salmon Farmers Association is a forum for communication and cooperation within the salmon farming sector, and the focal point for liaison between the industry and government.

BCSFA also provides information to the public and stakeholders about salmon farming, and coordinates industry-wide activities, research, and community events.

Our members include both farmed salmon producers and many of the companies who provide services and supplies to them. The BCSFA was established in 1984 and is based in Campbell River, British Columbia.

Our Members:

Our Members:

Salmon farm worker in an orange flotation vest looking out from a facility window

Our Mission

We’re on a mission…

To promote opportunities for fish farming in BC by building public understanding and trust.

BCSFA represents 60 businesses and organizations throughout the value chain of finfish aquaculture in BC

Our farmers set world-class standards for responsible fish farming, enabling British Columbia to be a major supplier of healthy seafood.

Young Salmon Farmers of BC (YSFBC) is a diverse group of young leaders representing virtually every aspect of BC’s salmon farming value chain

Our Mission

We’re on a mission…

To promote opportunities for fish farming in BC by building public understanding and trust.

BCSFA represents 60 businesses and organizations throughout the value chain of finfish aquaculture in BC

Our farmers set world-class standards for responsible fish farming, enabling British Columbia to be a major supplier of healthy seafood.

Young Salmon Farmers of BC (YSFBC) is a diverse group of young leaders representing virtually every aspect of BC’s salmon farming value chain

Our Mission

We’re on a mission…

To promote opportunities for fish farming in BC by building public understanding and trust.

BCSFA represents 60 businesses and organizations throughout the value chain of finfish aquaculture in BC

Our farmers set world-class standards for responsible fish farming, enabling British Columbia to be a major supplier of healthy seafood.

Young Salmon Farmers of BC (YSFBC) is a diverse group of young leaders representing virtually every aspect of BC’s salmon farming value chain

Our Values

As an association, we value transparency, integrity and being proactive in our dealings with our members, the public and other stakeholders.

Our Vision

Our farmers set world-class standards for responsible fish farming, enabling British Columbia to be a major supplier of healthy seafood.

Our Values

As an association, we value transparency, integrity and being proactive in our dealings with our members, the public and other stakeholders.

Our Vision

Our farmers set world-class standards for responsible fish farming, enabling British Columbia to be a major supplier of healthy seafood.

Our Values

As an association, we value transparency, integrity and being proactive in our dealings with our members, the public and other stakeholders.

Our Vision

Our farmers set world-class standards for responsible fish farming, enabling British Columbia to be a major supplier of healthy seafood.

Our board

Executive Committee

Jennifer Woodland, Chair

Cermaq Canada

Dr. Diane Morrison, Treasurer

Mowi Canada West

David Stover

Brown's Bay Packing Company

Tim Rundle

Creative Salmon Co. Ltd.

Board Members

Terry Brooks

Golden Eagle Aquaculture

Gaelan Flaherty

Aquatrans Distributors Inc.

Ryan Brush

Aquatrans Distributors Inc.

Brad Hicks

Taplow Feeds

Stephanie King

Inwater Technologies

Isaac Yun

Cargill Aqua-Nutrition Canada/EWOS Feeds

Trevor Stanley

Skretting North America

Meet our team

Brian Kingzett

Executive Director

Brian leads the association's strategic direction, working closely with members, government, and coastal communities to champion responsible, sustainable salmon farming across British Columbia.

Andrew Nixon

Community Engagement Coordinator

Andrew connects with coastal communities and stakeholders, building relationships and sharing the story of BC's salmon farmers on the ground where it matters most.

Michelle Franze

Manager of Communications, Partnerships & Community

Michelle manages BCSFA's communications, partnerships, and community relations, and is co-founder of the Young Salmon Farmers of BC council. Michelle is on leave until 2027 — please direct media enquiries to info@bcsalmonfarmers.ca.

Meet our team

Brian Kingzett

Executive Director

Brian leads the association's strategic direction, working closely with members, government, and coastal communities to champion responsible, sustainable salmon farming across British Columbia.

Andrew Nixon

Community Engagement Coordinator

Andrew connects with coastal communities and stakeholders, building relationships and sharing the story of BC's salmon farmers on the ground where it matters most.

Michelle Franze

Manager of Communications, Partnerships & Community

Michelle manages BCSFA's communications, partnerships, and community relations, and is co-founder of the Young Salmon Farmers of BC council. Michelle is on leave until 2027 — please direct media enquiries to info@bcsalmonfarmers.ca.

Meet our team

Brian Kingzett

Executive Director

Brian leads the association's strategic direction, working closely with members, government, and coastal communities to champion responsible, sustainable salmon farming across British Columbia.

Andrew Nixon

Community Engagement Coordinator

Andrew connects with coastal communities and stakeholders, building relationships and sharing the story of BC's salmon farmers on the ground where it matters most.

Michelle Franze

Manager of Communications, Partnerships & Community

Michelle manages BCSFA's communications, partnerships, and community relations, and is co-founder of the Young Salmon Farmers of BC council. Michelle is on leave until 2027 — please direct media enquiries to info@bcsalmonfarmers.ca.

BC salmon farmers

We are committed to reconciliation, and all farms operating in BC are currently in agreement, negotiation, or established partnerships with First Nations in whose territories we operate. These agreements are founded upon recognizing First Nations’ right to exercise jurisdiction over the land, resources, and waters within their territories.

Salmon farm worker recording notes on a clipboard
Aerial view of a circular salmon net pen in deep blue water
Salmon farm worker in a high-visibility jacket and life vest on the water
Salmon farmer in a life jacket on a net pen walkway
Two BC salmon farm workers in work gear at a farm site
Salmon farm crew in life jackets working on the water
Salmon farmer working from a boat on the water
Two people wearing masks visiting a salmon processing facility
Aerial view of salmon farm net pens along the BC coast

BC salmon farmers

We are committed to reconciliation, and all farms operating in BC are currently in agreement, negotiation, or established partnerships with First Nations in whose territories we operate. These agreements are founded upon recognizing First Nations’ right to exercise jurisdiction over the land, resources, and waters within their territories.

Salmon farm worker recording notes on a clipboard
Aerial view of a circular salmon net pen in deep blue water
Salmon farm worker in a high-visibility jacket and life vest on the water
Salmon farmer in a life jacket on a net pen walkway
Two BC salmon farm workers in work gear at a farm site
Salmon farm crew in life jackets working on the water
Salmon farmer working from a boat on the water
Two people wearing masks visiting a salmon processing facility
Aerial view of salmon farm net pens along the BC coast

BC salmon farmers

We are committed to reconciliation, and all farms operating in BC are currently in agreement, negotiation, or established partnerships with First Nations in whose territories we operate. These agreements are founded upon recognizing First Nations’ right to exercise jurisdiction over the land, resources, and waters within their territories.

Salmon farm worker recording notes on a clipboard
Aerial view of a circular salmon net pen in deep blue water
Salmon farm worker in a high-visibility jacket and life vest on the water
Salmon farmer in a life jacket on a net pen walkway
Two BC salmon farm workers in work gear at a farm site
Salmon farm crew in life jackets working on the water
Salmon farmer working from a boat on the water
Two people wearing masks visiting a salmon processing facility
Aerial view of salmon farm net pens along the BC coast

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