Nova Scotia seafood sector welcomes China deal extension, but some exporters feel left out

Global News · Rebecca Lau, Mitchell Bailey · 2026-11-05 20:53 UTC

Many in the industry were worried China would soon reinstate a 25-per-cent tariff targeting lobster, Nova Scotia's main seafood export.

News that China and Canada are extending an agreement to provide Chinese market access to Canadian imports, including lobster and crab, is welcome news for the seafood industry in the Maritimes.

Many in the industry were worried China would soon reinstate a 25 per cent tariff targeting lobster, Nova Scotia’s main seafood export.

“The first reaction is really one of relief,” said Kris Vascotto, executive director of the Nova Scotia Seafood Alliance.

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