Important Information For Sturgeon Anglers

The province is taking measures to protect lake sturgeon.

Effective July 1, 2008, there will be a zero catch and possession limit on recreational fishing for sturgeon in Ontario. Only catch and release angling for sturgeon will be allowed (throughout Zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18 & 19).

In addition, the Ministry is closing the recreational sturgeon fishery on the Mississagi River (part of zones 10 & 14).

For further information see Changes to the 2008-2009 Fishing Regulations Summary and the MNR News Release of June 27, 2008.