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Springhills Fish

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Springhills Fish

Second-generation family bringing tasty, local and ethical fish to homes and stores in Ontario.
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08/27/2026

Fish can be the most well-travelled food on your plate. 🌎🐟 Seafood moves around the world more than most fresh foods... one of the only products that has more travel cred is fresh flowers. 🌷

Most meat in Canada doesn't pass through as many hands before reaching your plate. 🍽️

A surprising amount of fish can be raised or caught in one country, processed in another, packaged somewhere else, and sold thousands of kilometres away.

Every extra handoff means more opportunity for confusion — or fraud — around which species, country of origin or sustainability claim. Plus, those of us in the seafood industry see the freezing or nearly-freezing that happens on a fish labeled "fresh".

That’s why shorter supply chains matter. 🙋

The fewer steps between the water and your plate, the easier it is to know what you’re eating, where it came from and who produced it.

We might be biased at Springhills, but we think the best seafood label is simply knowing who raised or caught it! 🍁🧑‍🌾

08/25/2026

NEW Protein Trout™... we changed absolutely nothing. 🐟💪

This week, we talked to a local food scientist about how we could get more protein into our fish fillets. 🏋‍♂️

After a lot of very serious discussion, we landed on a highly scientific solution:

Eat two fillets.

Turns out trout, salmon and char are already naturally packed with complete, highly digestible protein.

So rather than reformulate the fish, add protein powder, or teach them to throw kettlebells, we decided they’re probably best left au naturel.

NEW Protein Fish™... now available in every Springhills variety. 🙃

08/18/2026

Why's our farm so unusual for the local First Nation? 🙋 The waters around Manitoulin Island have deep cultural significance for Sheshegwaning First Nation. 🌊

For time immemorial, community members have travelled these waters to fish, to trade with neighbouring communities, and to connect with the Creator. Their history is filled with stories of fishing, boat building, and life on the water! 🎣

Each opening and closing ceremony at our farm includes a moment when we bring an offering of to***co or strawberries to the shoreline to recognize the TROUTally cool power of the water. 🍓

Water is understood as a sacred relative with its own spirits, not simply a commodity to be owned. The same respect extends to the shoreline. 🏖️

When you visit the main community in Sheshegwaning, you'll notice it has incredible views of the water — yet no houses on the shoreline. They've shared with us that people don't build their homes right on the shoreline because they believe no one person should own or control that space. The shoreline belongs to everyone. 🌅

So when the community began exploring a new fish farm partnership, they told us it required careful consideration because it would need its own access to the Sheshegwaning shoreline. 🚣

Community leaders have explained they weren't just looking for a business to set up shop, but rather a partner that would be welcomed into the community to share the shoreline and this sacred resource.... a partner that would respect and protect the water for future generations. And one that would welcome the community onto the farm through ceremony, tours, employment and most importantly: fishing!

So although we do use the shoreline, we're careful not to block access to it. Everyone is welcome to come down to fish, chat, or see what's happening at the farm. And they do! Outside visitors often remark on the number of trucks, quads or bikes that stop by on a regular basis.

On our farm hoodies, we wear the words "Mshkoojiwon, Mshkoozii giigoonh!" which means, "Strong water gives us strong fish." 💪 We couldn't be more honoured to grow fish within this sacred place!!

08/12/2026

That "salmon" you love... might actually be trout?! 🤯 The explanation is surprisingly fishy. 🐟
We often hear people say “We love salmon!” And it makes sense because salmon is everywhere at the store and all over menus.

But “salmon” can mean many different things. (You might say it’s a matter of SALMON-tics! 🙃)

🌈 RAINBOW TROUT
Rainbow trout belongs to the salmon family and is also sold under names like “steelhead” or “steelhead salmon.”

But trout hasn’t always enjoyed salmon’s premium reputation.

Decades ago, rainbow trout was typically harvested at a much smaller size and sold as an affordable, pan-sized fish. It became known as more of an everyday fish than something premium or special.

Over time, farmers began raising trout to larger sizes, producing thick, beautiful, red-fleshed fillets that can go fillet-to-fillet with other salmons.

🧡 ATLANTIC SALMON
Atlantic salmon is usually responsible for those honkin’ huge fillets and portions at the grocery store. Because it's farmed so widely, it's probably the most available of the salmons.

❤️ COHO SALMON
Coho salmon, like the kind we raise, can come in smaller fillets with beautiful red flesh and a rich flavour.

👑 CHINOOK SALMON
Also called king salmon, Chinook is the largest Pacific salmon and is highly prized by anglers. Although some love it, we think it's a bit of an acquired taste.

🔴 SOCKEYE SALMON
Sockeye is a wild, deep-red fish. Fresh sockeye has a shorter seasonal window, so you won’t necessarily find it year-round.

🩷 PINK SALMON
Pink salmon is the smallest and most abundant Pacific salmon. Its mild flavour and plentiful harvest make it a popular choice for canning... so it may be the salmon in your cupboard!

🐟 CHUM SALMON
Chum is very lean and harder to cook, but often used for smoking.

Because rainbow trout, Atlantic salmon, and coho are commonly farmed, they’re also some of the most consistent fish you’ll find. You can count on dependable quality, healthy omega fats and firm, delicious fillets.

So what's your favourite salmon? 🌈🐟

08/07/2026

Meet Dustin, the newest member of our fish farm crew! 👨‍🌾🐟
Dustin is a high school co-op student from Sheshegwaning First Nation who is working with us this summer at our farm on Manitoulin Island.

He’s been learning the ropes by feeding fish, pulling nets, checking fish health and helping with maintenance on shore.

When the workday is FIN-ished, Dustin often sticks around to fish near the farm and cook his catch along the shoreline. 🎣

We’re thrilled to have him aboard and to help the next generation get hands-on experience in aquaculture!

08/05/2026

Do fish ever get sick? 🐟🤒 They may not get the sniffles, but what happens?
Fish meet germs every day, but most of the time, their immune systems keep them healthy... just like people, pets and other animals.

When fish do get sick, it’s often because they’re stressed or there are too many germs for their bodies to fight.

Stresses that can tip the scales:

🌡️ The water gets too warm
🐟 Their tank becomes too crowded
🙌 They are handled too roughly or too often
💧 The water quality is too poor

Sick fish don’t get the sniffles like we do, but they show us a few other signs:

🫩 They may get tired and swim strangely or lazily
⚪ Develop white spots
🫁 Have sore or inflamed gills
💦 Jump or rub against things because they feel itchy

But the first sign that something is wrong is often simple: they slow down or stop eating.

We work FINcredibly hard to prevent illness before it happens.

🙌 We limit handling during warm weather
🧼 We clean and sanitize tanks between groups
🐟 We move fish before their tanks become crowded
🧹 We do not share tools or water between sick and healthy groups
🐓 We vaccinate against certain diseases, just like most other farm animals these days
👀 We observe every group several times each day

Water can carry bacteria much more easily than air. That means a germ may be found in the water even when none of the fish are sick.

That is why we watch the fish, not just the test results.

Most fish stay healthy 💙 and never become SEAriously sick. When illness does happen, most fish recover and continue growing.

Healthy water, clean tanks and careful daily care give our fish the best chance to stay strong and healthy. And healthy fish are always the best catch!

07/29/2026

Happy 40th birthday to our co-owner, fearless leader, chief troubleshooter and professional feather-ruffler, Arlen! 🎉

We celebrated the only way that felt right: enjoying some of our Arctic char at Down Home Farmhouse Restaurant 🐟🥂

Arlen is the dreamer and do-er behind so much of what happens at Springhills. She pushes all of us to think bigger, work harder and do things better, whether we’re ready for it or not. Ha!

She’s also the only person we’ve ever had to distract with one surprise party so she wouldn’t catch onto another one. 🙃

Our farms, our team and our business are better because of her every single day.

Happy 40th, Arlen! We love you and feel incredibly lucky to have you leading the chaos. ❤️

- your Springhills family

07/07/2026

Did you know our fish farm is open for tours? 👀 That's right! We've set up our farm for FREE self-guided tours every day of the week!

You can wander through our outdoor fish tanks, see trout at every stage of life (from tiny fingerlings to our biggest breeders!), and learn about sustainable fish farming from the signs along the way. We promise there are a few fishy puns mixed in too. 🐟 The tour takes about 20–30 minutes.

And remember... this is a real working farm, so you never know what you'll catch us doing. We might be loading fish, grading them, counting them, repairing equipment, or tackling one of the hundred other jobs that pop up every day.

You can also wander over to the spring-fed river that supplies the farm with fresh water, then finish your visit by stopping in our self-serve farm store to pick up some Canadian fish for dinner. Better yet, make a day of it and head just down the road to Allan Park Conservation Area for a hike or picnic.

We're open 7 days a week, including holidays, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Address: 133241 Allan Park Road, Hanover (or Springhills Fish in Google Maps!)
Water you waiting for? Come SEA us this weekend! 🌊

07/02/2026

Did SALMON say there's a SALE?! 🧏🐟 Atlantic salmon is 20% off for all July deliveries and farm store visits!

Thanks to another FINcredible season, we're passing the savings along to you. Whether you're firing up the barbecue, meal prepping for the week, or stocking the freezer, stock the freezer!

🐟 2 lb (8 portions) – $35 (was $44)
🐟 5 lb (20 portions) – $84 (was $105)
🐟 10 lb (40 portions) – $156 (was $195)

This Atlantic salmon comes from larger fillets cut into convenient 4 oz portions, with two portions per pack. You can portion control and just thaw what you need.

It comes from a farm in Nova Scotia that has the same care for the environment, fish and community like we do at Springhills!

Get your order in before SALMON else does! 😄
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06/25/2026

Being criticized has made us fish farmers better 🙋 Unpopular view today...

If you're a fish farmer — or even a farmer in general — it's easy to feel let down with all the negative environmental attention on social media. (Trust us, we've been there too often.)

But recently, we've changed our minds because all these challenges from environmental groups, regulators and the public have actually helped shape our sector into the proven sustainable one it is today.

Without the scrutiny, our sector may never have had eco-certifications like Best Aquaculture Practices.

Yes, these eco-certification audits are a lot of work because they dig into so many parts of the business. But in the end, it means we have an independent third party that has verified we're farming in the best interest of the environment, our fish, our staff and our community.

And we know from decades of farming that all those things make a better tasting fish dinner!

These programs also reward those of us who operate this way, because it gives YOU the confidence we're not just using buzzwords and greenwashing. It rewards us for genuinely investing in sustainability, transparency and continuous improvement. Plus, we can't sell to major retailers without them!

The agriculture sector has so many claims about being regenerative, responsible, ethical, humane, grass-fed, cage-free... and consumers are left trying to figure out what they all mean.

Us fish farmers get to celebrate our super credible eco-certifications only because of decades of scrutiny. It's been some short term pain for long term gain!

As the wider farming sector gets more scrutiny in this social media age, we hope more industries will develop credible programs to back up their claims.

That would SHORE help us at the grocery store! 🐂🐓🐖

Address

133241 Allan Park Road
Hanover, ON
N4N3B8

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 7pm
Saturday	9am - 7pm
Sunday	9am - 7pm

Telephone

+15193647803

Website

http://www.springhillsfish.ca/

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