Catch & The Oyster Bar (Catch), located on Stephen Avenue in downtown Calgary, is proud to announce that their new menus are now 100 per cent Ocean Wise^TM. This indicates to guests that all seafood items on the menu have been carefully sourced and are ocean-friendly, sustainable dining options.

Catch & The Oyster Bar has worked closely with the Vancouver Aquarium Ocean Wise^TM program since 2008 to source sustainable seafood and to ensure they make responsible decisions when purchasing seafood products. Ocean Wise is a highly reputable conservation program created to educate and empower consumers about the issues surrounding sustainable seafood, and promote industry leaders to set the bar for sustainable practices.

As an active member of the program, Catch has devoted countless hours towards researching and creating relationships with fishing operations in order to source all seafood items to align with the Ocean Wise ^TM list.  Catch is one of a few seafood restaurants in Alberta offering a 100 per cent Ocean Wise^TM menu.

"Catch is consistently recognized as Calgary’s best seafood restaurant, so ensuring that we provide sustainable options has always been top of mind," said Ian Blaney, General Manager, Catch & The Oyster Bar. "We have been an Ocean Wise^TM partner for five years, and are proud to have reached this major milestone of becoming 100 per cent Ocean Wise^TM approved."

Executive Chef Kyle Groves works tirelessly to provide guests with the best culinary experience while offering environmentally-conscious menu selections. This has included creating a market for select sustainable seafood products that were previously unavailable to consumers.

"In our kitchens, we use high quality, fresh ingredients that are safely and responsibly sourced, including over 80 Ocean Wise^TM food items," said Groves. "I am passionate about creating innovative dishes while ensuring a strong and sustainable future for our oceans."

In addition to participating in the Ocean Wise^TM program, Catch promotes green energy by using Bullfrog Power, the only 100 per cent renewable electricity provider in Alberta. Catch’s commitment to sustainable cuisine has also inspired the restaurant to grow some of their own herbs and produce, using one of the only rooftops gardens in the city.

Catch was also recently awarded a Level Two Leaders in Environmentally Accountable Foodservice (LEAF) certification for its commitment to environmental efforts. Executive Chef Groves is also part of a team working to introduce a government-approved National Sustainable Seafood Day in Canada.

For more information about Catch & The Oyster Bar or to make reservations, please visit http://www.catchrestaurant.ca/.

About Catch & The Oyster Bar

Established in 2002, and located next to Hyatt Regency Calgary in the historic Imperial Bank of Canada building, Catch & The Oyster Bar offers jet fresh, quality seafood in the midst of downtown Calgary. Featuring three floors, each serves a distinctive and memorable coastal experience. On the main level, The Oyster Bar is a high energy San Francisco-style eatery featuring the freshest oysters in Calgary. On the second floor, Catch Restaurant offers a trendy urban seafood bistro featuring international cuisine. On the upper floor, The Atrium provides panoramic views of the Calgary skyline to complement every occasion. Catch’s Jet Fresh philosophy ensures only the highest quality food. For more information, please visit http://www.catchrestaurant.ca/ .