Marine Stewardship Council Canada and US Launch Inaugural Sustainable Seafood Awards
September 9, 2026 | 2 min to read
Applications open through October 31, 2026
The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) has announced the launch of the inaugural MSC Sustainable Seafood Awards designed to recognize and celebrate Canadian and US companies and individuals going above and beyond to ensure the sustainability of our seafood resources for the future. Applications and nominations are open through October 31, 2026.
The annual awards celebrate innovation, commitment, and measurable progress in advancing sustainable wild seafood across the supply chain. One winner from Canada and one winner from the US will be recognized in each category.
The award categories include:
MSC Sustainable Seafood Retailer of the Year
New MSC Certified Product of the Year
MSC Sustainable Seafood Business of the Year
MSC Fishery Improvement of the Year
MSC Changemaker of the Year
MSC Lifetime Achievement Award
MSC partners based in Canada and the US are eligible to apply, as well as individuals in both countries who have made significant contributions in support of MSC’s mission of promoting environmentally sustainable fishing and seafood.
Submissions should highlight activities and achievements completed or planned during the 2026 calendar year, unless otherwise specified. Applications will be reviewed by an external judging panel made up of seafood and sustainability experts, to be announced.
Winners will be announced in January 2027.
For more information on award categories, eligibility requirements and to submit an application visit msc.org/en-us/awards.