Ontario Fishing Regulations Highlights

For a complete summary of the current Ontario fishing regulations, please refer to the Recreational Fishing Regulations Summary.  Not sure how to use the Fishing Regulations Summary?  WATCH THE VIDEO

Know Before You Go

• Carry Your Licence with You
• Federal and Provincial Laws
• Angling Terms
• Open Seasons
• Ice Fishing
• Dip Netting Waters

Maps

• Legal Boundaries of the Fisheries Management Zones
• Regulations Maps for Great Lakes Tributaries

Bait

• Permitted Baitfish Species
• Bait for Personal Use

Restrictions

• Fish Sanctuaries
• Catch and Possession Limits
• Gear Restrictions
• Lake Sturgeon Season Closure
• Capture of Bullfrogs and Snapping Turtles

Once You've Caught a Fish

• Catch and Retain Rules
• Size Limits
• Exporting, Transporting or Storing Fish

Using the Umbrella Rig to Fish in Ontario

Try the Fish ON-Line interactive map tool to plan your next fishing adventure

For consumption advisories refer to the Ministry of the Environment's Guide to Eating Ontario Sport Fish