The Lake Ontario Atlantic Salmon Restoration Program
Restoring Atlantic Salmon to Lake Ontario

Lake Ontario was once home to one of the most important and well-known fish in the world - the Atlantic salmon. Wiped out before 1900 by farming and development on their spawning streams and overfishing in both the streams and Lake Ontario, for the last 20 years the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (OMNR) and its research partners have been studying the potential for restoring Atlantic salmon to Lake Ontario.

At long last, the time has now arrived for a serious effort to restore Atlantic salmon to Ontario. The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters has partnered with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, Banrock Station Wines, the LCBO, conservation authorities, the Canadian Sportfishing Industry Association, Fishing Forever Foundation, Fleming College and many others to undertake this important mission of seeing a part of Ontario's natural heritage return.

This web site is the home of the effort to restore Atlantic salmon to Lake Ontario. Here you will find news on the recovery efforts, the fascinating history and biology of Atlantic salmon, and our important program partners and sponsors. As the Recovery Strategy for Atlantic salmon is developed, there will be opportunities for individuals and conservation groups to participate in roles ranging from consultation to rearing fish to stream rehabilitation to angler diary programs. Please explore the site to learn more!

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