Episode 76: Authentic Indigenous Seafood, Small-scale fisheries, and the Power of food storytelling

We talk with Gord Sterritt, CEO of Authentic Indigenous Seafood and Executive Director of the Upper Fraser Fisheries Conservation Alliance, to explore the deep connection between fisheries, food security, sustainability, and Indigenous-led food systems.As a member of the Gitxsan First Nation, Gord brings a rich perspective shaped by community, culture, conservation, and years of experience working in fisheries. In this episode, he shares how Authentic Indigenous Seafood is helping tell the stories behind Indigenous fisheries while creating value for harvesters, communities, and consumers across Canada.We chat about:Gord’s lifelong connection to fishing and foodThe story behind Authentic Indigenous SeafoodWhy Traceability mattersSupporting cooperative members and small-scale fisheriesStorytelling through product and processSustainability, seasonality, and fisheries planningLooking ahead to trade, policy, and collaborationThis episode offers a powerful look at how seafood products can carry culture, responsibility, and community impact.Resources: Authentic Indigenous Seafood: https://authenticindigenousseafood.ca/Upper Fraser Fisheries Conservation Alliance: https://upperfraser.ca/