Licenses and Permits

Licences

Persons who wish to fish or hunt in Ontario must purchase a valid sport fishing licence, or hunting licence valid for the species or group of species you are hunting.

You must carry your fishing or hunting licence (including any validation tags and game seals) and your Outdoors Card with you whenever you hunt or fish and you must show them to a Conservation Officer if asked to do so.

Please use the following links to access information on fishing and hunting in Ontario:

• Fishing licences and fees
• Hunting licences and fees
• Fishing seasons and regulations
• Hunting seasons and regulations

or call the Automated Telephone Licensing Line at 1-800-288-1155 or the Ministry of Natural Resources Information Centre at 1-800-667-1940.

Permits

Contact your local MNR office to find out if a Work Permit is required before undertaking any work around water.