Our Mission
The Northwest Atlantic Seal Research Consortium (NASRC) recognizes that healthy populations of all marine resources including fishes, seals, whales, and other species are important components of healthy marine ecosystems. We are committed to providing answers to questions by using comprehensive research data and analysis.
What We Do
Working collaboratively to improve our understanding of the ecological role of seals in the Northwest Atlantic.
Research.
Our overall research goals are to better understand the ecological role o seals. This encompasses a vast array of disciplines and partnerships- from human dimension research to diet research- with research conducted with the support of the consortium itself as well as by determining data gaps and aiding collaborative approaches to solving issues. MORE…
Education.
The consortium aims to be a trusted resource for information to address many of the complex issues involving seals in the region by providing knowledge based resources, holding workshops and conferences, participating in community outreach events and by supporting student endeavors. MORE...
Conversations.
Through the years, the consortium has provided space for conversations. These conversations allow for solutions to be created for humans and seals to better coexist. Through participating in working groups and supporting outreach efforts, the challenges presented to support coexisting with rebounding protected species can be addressed. MORE...