Chemical Analysis of Sediment and Animal Tissues to Assess Environmental Impacts of Fish Farming

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Fisheries and Oceans Canada seeks a contractor to conduct chemical analysis of sediment and animal tissues to evaluate the environmental impacts of a fish farming operation in Lake Superior. This project is critical for assessing contamination levels, particularly mercury and methylmercury, following the suspension of the farm license due to organic waste accumulation. The work involves analyzing samples for total mercury, methylmercury, and other elemental compositions, which will inform recovery strategies and environmental management efforts.