Nain and Makkovik Fish Plant Updates

OKâlaKatiget Radio contacted the Nain Fish Plant for updates.

We spoke with Deidi Kolhmeister, Supervisor.

Last week there was a bunch of people laid off due to fishing season ending.

Eddie Sillitt is busy scalloping with his crew.

Today they landed 10,079 green scallops, with 15 employees working, and 5 shuckers.

We also spoke with Angel Chaulk, Clerk for the Makkovik Fish Plant.

There are 2 boats fishing, with 1 boat finished fishing.

Today they landed a total of 165,000 lbs. of turbot, with 26 employees working, 6 of which are students.