January 31, 2024
Licence Free Fishing Days 2024
Ready to cast your worries away and enjoy the thrill of fishing without a license? Get hooked on the details of Licence-Free Fishing Days 2024 across Canada! Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner eager to try, these special days offer the perfect opportunity to reel in the excitement without the usual paperwork.
Alberta: Twice a year, Family Fishing Weekends are a treat for anglers. February 17-19, 2024, and July 6-7, 2024, mark the dates to circle on your fishing calendar. Over 130 fishing opportunities created by the Alberta Conservation Association and Alberta Environment and Parks.
British Columbia: Annually, during BC’s Family Fishing Weekend in June. The specific dates for 2024 are pending, but mark your calendar for a fish-filled Father’s Day Weekend.
Manitoba: Enjoy free fishing twice a year: Louis Riel Day Weekend (Feb 17-19, 2024) and a June weekend (dates pending). Free access to Provincial Parks accompanies these special fishing days.
New Brunswick: Family Day long weekend in February and the first weekend of June. Special regulations apply if you’re looking to keep landlocked salmon within specific size limits.
Newfoundland and Labrador: No free days for non-residents, but residents enjoy free trout fishing.
Nova Scotia: Experience free sportfishing weekends in February (Heritage Day Weekend) and June (June 1-2, 2024). Nova Scotia Anglers’ Handbook available online for handy reference.
Ontario: Four times a year, including the 3-day Family Day weekend (Feb 17-19, 2024), Mother’s Day and Father’s Day weekends, and a full 9 days in July. Sync your plans with National Fishing Week during June 30 – July 7, 2024.
Prince Edward Island: Enjoy Licence-Free Fishing during the May long (Victoria Day) weekend.
Quebec: Celebrate Fête de la pêche in early June (dates pending). Keep an eye out for the official announcement for Licence Free Fishing Days 2024 dates.
Saskatchewan: Fish without a license during Family Day Weekend (Feb 17-19, 2024) and the second weekend in July (dates pending).
Yukon: Yukon residents can fish without a license during the annual Family Fishing Weekend in early July (dates pending, June 30 to July 3, 2023).
In conclusion, mark your calendars and plan your fishing escapades without the hassle of a license on these special Licence Free Fishing Days 2024. Whether you’re exploring the freshwater lakes of Yukon or the rivers of Quebec, these opportunities ensure that everyone can experience the joy of fishing in the great Canadian outdoors. Grab your gear, pack a picnic, and get ready for a reel adventure! 🎣🍁