Wild salmon lovers in the province are expressing cautious optimism as Fraser River sockeye returns significantly exceed expectations — something that’s being attributed, in part, to the removal of fish farms in the area. Amanda Follett Hosgood reports. Amanda reports on northern B.C. for The Tyee. Published Aug. 14, 2025. https://thetyee.ca/News/2025/08/14/Fraser-Sockeye-Returns-Prompt-Fishery-Openings/

The Fraser’s Impressive Sockeye Returns Prompt Fishery Openings

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