NL Fish Harvesters Reach Deal, Ending Demonstration That Shut Down Government

NL Fish Harvesters Reach Deal, Ending Demonstration That Shut Down Government
John Efford Jr. addresses the Fish Harvesters gathered outside the Confederation Building in St. John's, on March 22, 2024. The Canadian Press/Paul Daly
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Fish harvesters who protested outside the Newfoundland and Labrador legislature this week have struck a deal with the provincial fisheries minister and ended their demonstration.

John Efford, the fisherman who led the demonstrations, says the province has agreed to changes that will increase competition among processors and make it easier for the province’s fishers to earn a living.