If the challenge created by FISH-NL taught the FFAW anything, it’s about ensuring good communication with your membership.

That’s according to FFAW President Keith Sullivan who was responding to the dissolution of FISH-NL, a group that had been trying to gain certification to represent inshore harvesters in the province.

The FISH-NL movement was born from dissatisfaction with the Fisheries Union from some members.

FFAW President Keith Sullivan says they’ve learned that communication is key.

He says unlike other workplaces, fisheries workers, especially harvesters, could be anywhere. He says it’s important to communicate well with harvesters who are out on the water.