15/10/2026
The Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture, Minister Kent Smith, and the Inland Division are proud to recognize Liz Bateman for her outstanding commitment to sportfish development in Nova Scotia.
Liz's artistry and creativity gracefully combine fisheries biology and scientific illustration, fostering excellence in the field with a focus on local Maritime fish species and other aquatic life in both acrylic and watercolour. Her artwork reflects a deep passion for nature, angling, and science, and continues to be valued and admired throughout Atlantic Canada. It has also become a prominent and popular feature in the Nova Scotia Anglers Handbook. This award celebrates her artistic and scientific dedication to creating research-grade illustrations, diagrams, and reference materials for scientific publications, education, and conservation purposes.
Liz's contributions have helped others discover and appreciate the incredible aquatic life found in Nova Scotia's lakes, rivers, and streams. The Department extends its sincere thanks and recognition for her ongoing contributions to education, conservation, and sportfish development.