Fishing News2021-02-07T22:35:25+00:00
  • a banner featuring photos of outdoor activities with the text saying that the Toronto Sportsmens Show will be March 19–22, 2026 at the International Centre.

    Keep Canada Fishing Casts Its Support Behind the Pro Anglers Fishing Stage at the 78th Annual Toronto Sportsmen’s Show

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Toronto, ON — Keep Canada Fishing, the national voice of Canada’s anglers, is proud to announce its sponsorship of the Pro Anglers Fishing Stage at the 78th Annual Toronto Sportsmen’s Show, taking place at the International Centre in Mississauga on March 19 – 22 2026. This [...]

  • MNR’s Guide to Eating Ontario Fish an Excellent Resource for Anglers

    Fish are an excellent source of protein and Omega-3 fatty acids, which contribute to a healthy diet. The Ministry of Natural Resource's Guide to Eating Ontario Fish offers information to help anglers select fish from Ontario lakes and rivers that are safe to eat, while minimizing exposure to toxins. [...]

  • A young girl wearing hip-waders reels in a fish with her father.

    Stop Scrolling – Start Casting

    (Originally published in Cottage Country Lifestyle Magazine) Stuck in a Scrolling Loop During times of stress, the Canadian National Sportfishing Foundation (CNSF) encourages Canadians to turn to the traditional comfort of… you guessed it, fishing. Children and adults alike are often glued to our screens. The allure of “doomscrolling,” [...]

  • A woman in a green sweatshirt casts a line on the shores of the river in BC.

    Cast your lines – strong and free

    National Fishing Week 2025 Peterborough, ON: The Canadian National Sportfishing Foundation (CNSF) is reminding Canadians that what we have in our own backyard is worth enjoying and protecting. National Fishing Week, June 28 to July 6, 2025, is an annual event designed to encourage Canadians to enjoy the [...]

  • A photo of a Canadian flake over a lake with text that reads: Fish without a licence spring/summer 2025 licence-free fishing

    Upcoming Licence-Free Family Fishing Events

    There are several licence-free fishing events coming up this spring and summer. Designed to help Canadians discover just how fun fishing can be, each province and territory hosts its own unique "Free Fishing" events throughout the year. Starting Mother's Day weekend, Ontario's spring Family Fishing Event will take place from [...]

The Shimano Fish Conservation Files – Live Release Fishing

May 16th, 2018|Categories: Issues, KCF Exclusive, News|Tags: , , , |

This week in the Shimano Fish Conservation Files series we look at the benefits of live release fishing. Keep Canada Fishing is the national voice of Canada’s anglers, and we lead the effort to preserve [...]

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The Shimano Fish Conservation Files – Protecting Canada’s Fishing Heritage

May 8th, 2018|Categories: Issues, KCF Exclusive, News|Tags: , |

This week in the Shimano Fish Conservation Files series we look at the need to protect Canada's fishing heritage. Keep Canada Fishing is the national voice of Canada’s anglers, and we lead the effort to [...]

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The Shimano Fish Conservation Files – Nutritional Benefits of Eating Fish

May 1st, 2018|Categories: Uncategorized|Tags: , , |

The second installation of our Shimano Fish Conservation Files series examines the nutritional benefits of consuming fish. Eating fish is a great way to stay healthy... and it's delicious! Keep Canada Fishing is the national voice [...]

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M.P. Bob Zimmer and Walter Oster Receive Sportfishing Industry President’s Award

March 22nd, 2018|Categories: Issues, KCF Exclusive, News, Ontario, West|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

CSIA President Kim Rhodes recently presented the association's highest honor to M.P. Bob Zimmer (Prince George-Peace River-Northern Rockies) and Walter Oster, in recognition of their advocacy and leadership in support of recreational fishing and conservation [...]

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The Shimano Fish Conservation Files – Do Fish Feel Pain?

March 13th, 2018|Categories: KCF Exclusive, Uncategorized|Tags: , , , |

We mark the beginning of our Shimano Fish Conservation Files series with the question, "do fish feel pain?" The answer may not be what you think. This informative video, produced by Shimano Canada, sheds some light [...]

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Toronto Sportsmen’s Show, March 14 – 18, 2018

March 12th, 2018|Categories: Fun, General, Issues, KCF Exclusive, News, Ontario|Tags: , |

We'll be at the Toronto Sportsmen's Show this week, Wednesday to Sunday! Keep an eye out for Rachel or Mike who will have bumper stickers and Keep Canada Fishing bags available for a small donation! [...]

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Chris Johnston Wins the FLW Tour

February 26th, 2018|Categories: Issues, KCF Exclusive, News|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

Two Canadians cleaned up this weekend at the FLW Tour at the Harris Chain of Lakes, presented by Lowrance. Our friend Chris Johnston came in 1st, taking home a cheque for $125,000. 2nd place went to Jeff Gustafson [...]

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Blue Fish Radio: Tom Brooke Reflects on Past and Future Challenges to Recreational Fishing

February 21st, 2018|Categories: Issues, News, Uncategorized|Tags: , , , , , , |

Our friend Tom Brooke, of Shimano Canada, recently spoke with  Lawrence Gunther on his Blue Fish Radio podcast to discuss angler access and newly proposed Marine Protection Areas. Lawrence is a visually impaired professional angler, columnist, radio [...]

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Licence-Free Fishing!

February 15th, 2018|Categories: Issues, KCF Exclusive, News|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

A number of provinces are hosting "Family Fishing" events this weekend, allowing residents and Canadian visitors to fish without a licence. Regulations still apply -- and vary by province -- so be sure to double [...]

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OFAH: Telling Our Story

February 7th, 2018|Categories: Issues, News, Ontario, Uncategorized|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Have you seen this lovely video produced by the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters? Here's what they had to say about our outdoor heritage as Canadians: It can sometimes be difficult to describe the [...]

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We Wanna Know…

January 24th, 2018|Categories: Fun, KCF Exclusive, Uncategorized|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Our team has been toying with the idea of creating a Keep Canada Fishing subscription box, and now we want to know: is this something our friends and followers would be interested in? It would [...]

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Tom Brooke Receives Honourary Membership in Parliamentary Outdoor Caucus

December 14th, 2017|Categories: Issues, KCF Exclusive, News|

PICTURED Left to Right: Hon. Larry Bagnell, Member of Parliament for Yukon; Don Rusnak, Member of Parliament for Thunder Bay-Rainy River; Bob Zimmer, Member of Parliament for Prince George-Peace River-Northern Rockies (Co-Chair of the Parliamentary [...]

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