Indigenous Seaweed Cultivation: Supporting the Sustainable Blue Economy through Innovation

This project supports the Mi’gmaq and Wolastoqey Fishery Management Association in advancing Indigenous‑led seaweed aquaculture at the Pasbébiac site in Gaspésie, building on recent work to improve cultivation techniques, processing and marketing. Through a partnership with Laval University, the team will assess the nutritional value of co‑cultivated seaweeds, explore potential health benefits, and deliver a knowledge‑sharing workshop to guide future research and community priorities. The initiative will help strengthen a sustainable, innovative, and inclusive blue economy by grounding seaweed development in science, culture, and community leadership.