Food and Ceremonial

The right to fish for food, social and ceremonial (FSC) purposes is protected under section 35 of the Constitution. It is a collective right, not an individual one. Designated Indigenous harvesters can catch what is needed for themselves and/or their community for FSC purposes. FSC fishing does not provide an opportunity for the sale of catch. It may also occur at various times of the year, which are not always aligned with commercial fishery seasons or areas.

A person wearing a hat and waders uses a net to catch a fish jumping out of a river. A waterfall flows in the background, and a tree is visible on the right side of the image.

Skewers of fish are set vertically around a fire pit, roasting over hot coals. The fish are arranged in a circle, creating a vivid display of orange, with a grassy area and chair in the background.

A collection of oysters and clams rests on a surface with the ocean blurred in the background. The sunlight illuminates the rough textures of the shells, highlighting their natural patterns and colors.

A dense group of salmon, predominantly pink and red, swim closely together in a river. The fish are surrounded by patches of greenish water, creating a vibrant and dynamic scene that highlights the natural movement of the school.

A fishing boat with extended arms sails on the ocean at sunset. The silhouette of distant mountains is visible in the background, and the sky is a warm golden hue.

Strips of red salmon hang from wooden racks, drying in the open air. The image shows the fish's rich color and texture, with some parts partially cut and others intact, creating a visually striking pattern.

A person wearing gloves is filleting large salmon with a knife on a table. Several salmon fillets and fish pieces are arranged on a cloth, showcasing their bright orange flesh and shiny silver skin.

Recipes – Wild Pacific Halibut

Wild Pacific Halibut Piccata
Wild Pacific Halibut Piccata Halibut 2- 5oz pieces Butter 4 Tbsp Olive oil ¼ cupCapers 2 Tbsp Shallots diced 2 Tbsp Garlic sliced 2 cloves Italian Parsley 1 cup Lemon juice 1 TbspCauliflower florets 1 cup Sliced almonds ¼ […]
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Wild Pacific Halibut Pappardelle with Saffron cream & pistachio
Wild Pacific Halibut Pappardelle with Saffron cream & pistachio Halibut 8oz Pappardelle 4 balls Cream 300mlShallots 1pc diced Garlic 2 cloves slicedSaffron 2 pinches Vermouth 100ml Butter 2 Tbsp Toasted pistachios 3 Tbsp · Prepare the Pasta Water Bring a large pot of […]
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Wild Pacific Halibut Beurre Rouge
Wild Pacific Halibut Beurre Rouge Halibut 2- 5oz pieces Red wine 250ml Red wine vinegar 150ml Bay leaf 1pc Butter ½ lb Spinach ½ lbShallots 2 sliced Garlic 3 cloves slicedLemon juice 2 TbspOlive oil 3 TbspSweet potato 1pc cut into half moons · […]
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Grilled Wild Pacific Halibut Pavé “Salmoriglio”
Grilled Pacific Halibut Pavé “Salmoriglio”tomatoes, eggplant, summer squash 2 3 oz halibut portions Salt and pepper Olive oilMethod: Depending on the thickness of the halibut, grill over medium high to high heat for 1-2 minutes per side. Remove from the grill before it is completely cooked through, let the residual heat finish the cooking […]
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Roasted Pacific Halibut with Hazelnut “Romesco”
Roasted Pacific Halibut with Hazelnut “Romesco” Ingredients: 4 6 oz halibut fillets Salt and pepper Olive oilMethod:Place the halibut portions onto a parchment lined tray. Season with the salt and pepper and drizzle with the olive oil. Roast in a 475 degree oven for 7 to 10 minutes, depending on the thickness […]
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Korean Inspired Wild Pacific Halibut Crudo
Korean Inspired Pacific Halibut Crudo “Ssamjang” In the winter when fresh halibut is not available, I like to slightly cure and enjoy this local fish with the warming effect of Ssamjang , my favourite Korean dipping sauce For the fish:8 oz halibut fillet, skinless boneless25 grams sugar25 grams kosher salt Seaweed; kombu, macro kelp, sugar […]
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Poached Wild BC Halibut
Poached Wild BC Halibutwhite wine, saffron fennel broth Ingredients:2 6 oz halibut fillets1 bulb fennel/anise, diced2 whole shallots, sliced into rings1 whole leek; white, yellow, and light green part only, sliced2 gloves garlic, minced1 whole red pepper, diced200 ml dry white wine1 pinch saffron 1 whole orange, zest Fish stock or water Salt […]
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Wasabi Pea Crusted Halibut with Japanese Potato Salad and Jammy Eggs
Wasabi Pea Crusted Halibut with Japanese Potato Salad and Jammy EggsServes: 4 Total Time: 45 minutesCook Time: 25Prep Time: 20Ingredients: For the Potato Salad½ cup mayonnaise (preferably kewpie or similar japanese brand)2 tbsp white miso (sometimes called shiro miso) 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 2 tsp rice vinegar3 green green onion, thinly sliced1 stalk celery, thinly sliced4 cups diced […]
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Honey-glazed cedar planked Halibut with grilled peach salsa
Honey-glazed cedar planked Halibut with grilled peach salsaServes: 4 Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutesCook Time: 25 minutesPrep Time: 20 minutes plus time to soak the plankIngredients: 1 food grade cedar plank1 x 1½ lb piece halibut, skin-on2 tsp saltFor the Glaze½ cup honey2 tbsp sherry vinegar½ tsp chili flakes¼ tsp smoked paprika1 garlic clove, crushed […]
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Achiote-roasted Halibut Tostada, Avocado Crema, Roasted Pineapple
Achiote-roasted Halibut Tostada, Avocado Crema, Roasted PineappleMakes: 4 tostadas Total Time: 25 to 30 minutes, plus time to marinateCook Time: 10 minutesPrep Time: 15 to 20 minutesIngredients: For the Avocado Crema¼ cup Greek yoghurt1 ripe avocado1 lime, juice only⅓ cup lightly packed cilantro leavessalt to tasteFor the Halibut2 tbsp achiote paste*½ lime, juice only 1 tbsp orange […]
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