An art piece titled 'Skiffs Before the Moratorium' reflects on the impact of the 1992 closure of the northern cod fishery, a symbol of cultural loss.
The skiffs, which once thrived in the cod fishery, now sit ashore as a poignant reminder of a bustling industry turned lifeless after regulatory actions.
Fishery workers received minimal compensation after the cod fishery closure in 1992, mirroring the overall economic downturn that followed in the community.
The closure of the northern cod fishery affected not just fishers, but local economies, schools, and businesses, marking a significant cultural and economic shift.
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