In the above photo we see Canadian Minister of defense Peter MacKay cutting into some seal meat.
Canada's Conservative government says it's going to fight thel fight the EU ban, which was imposed last July on the grounds that the annual seal hunt off the east coast was cruel and inhumane.
A meal of double-smoked bacon-wrapped seal loin in a port reduction will be on the menu the office of Senator Celine Hervieux-Payette said.
"All political parties will have the opportunity to demonstrate to the international community the solidarity of the Canadian Parliament behind those who earn a living from the seal hunt," she said in a statement.
Ottawa says the hunt -- which takes place in March and April -- provides valuable income for Atlantic fishing communities. The seals are either shot or hit over the head with a spiked club called a hakapik.
An aide to Hervieux-Payette said that, depending on supplies, seal meat could be available once a week when in season.
You may remember the poll we conducted some months ago:
The question? Would you try seal meat at a restaurant?
With 705 total votes, you said:
Yes, I'll try anything once (389)
55%
Yes, I like seal meat (38)
5%
No, it's a cruel industry (226)
32%
I don't eat meat (52)
7%
