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 [...]

Keep Canada Fishing on Blue Fish Radio

December 11th, 2017|Categories: General, Issues, News|Tags: , , , , , , , , |

A few months ago our former media correspondent, Sarah McMichael, joined Lawrence Gunther on his Blue Fish Radio podcast to discuss Keep Canada Fishing. Lawrence is a visually impaired professional angler, columnist, radio and TV host, [...]

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Walter Oster to Receive Tourism Toronto Lifetime Achievement Award

October 24th, 2017|Categories: News, Uncategorized|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , |

Originally distributed by the Tourism Industry Association of Canada, October 23, 2017 by Barry Smith, President & CEO, Metro Toronto Convention Centre TIAC is proud to announce Walter Oster, former Chairman & CEO of the Canadian National [...]

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That Time We Went Walleye Fishing

October 19th, 2017|Categories: KCF Exclusive, Uncategorized|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |

#TBT to that time we went walleye fishing on Lake Ontario. Two years ago Nick from Werner's Angling Adventures and Ashley Rae from She Loves to Fish took us on a fishing trip of a lifetime. [...]

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Why We Want to “Keep Canada Fishing”

August 22nd, 2017|Categories: Atlantic Canada, General, Issues, KCF Exclusive, Maritimes, North, Ontario, Prairies, Quebec, West|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Fishing is a heritage activity in Canada, and there are many reasons we think it's an important -- and fun! -- pastime. But have you ever wondered about the economic benefits of fishing? We produced [...]

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Do Wildfires Negatively Impact Fish and Their Habitats?

July 31st, 2017|Categories: Atlantic Canada, General, Issues, KCF Exclusive, Maritimes, North, Ontario, Prairies, Quebec, West|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , |

Wildfires have been ravaging large parts of British Columbia for several weeks now. An evolving list of fires in the region can be found on the B.C. Government website. A quick glance shows just how [...]

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National Fishing Week Rod and Reel Giveaway

June 20th, 2017|Categories: Atlantic Canada, General, KCF Exclusive, Maritimes, News, North, Ontario, Prairies, Quebec, West|

To celebrate National Fishing Week we are giving away 20 rods and reels! To enter, send us a photo of one of your Canadian catches. You can send them to us on Facebook, Twitter, or email them [...]

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Keep Canada Fishing takes over Kids, Cops and Canadian Tire Fishing Days

January 4th, 2017|Categories: Fun, General, KCF Exclusive, News, Ontario|

We have a very exciting announcement to make! Starting in 2017 we will be taking over the Kids, Cops & Canadian Tire Fishing Days program! Teaming up with the Police Association of Ontario and Canadian [...]

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Telling Our Story – Video from the OFAH and Shimano

November 9th, 2016|Categories: Atlantic Canada, General, Maritimes, News, North, Ontario, Prairies, Quebec, West|Tags: , , , , , |

Where does our passion for the outdoors come from? Why do we love to fish, hunt, and trap? What does conservation mean to us? This video from the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters and [...]

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Your Fishing Licence Dollars at Work

October 11th, 2016|Categories: Issues, KCF Exclusive, News, Ontario|Tags: , , , , , , , |

Every wonder why you need a licence to fish? Each province has different rules and regulations, but in Ontario, your licence dollars go to support a variety of important conservation initiatives. Find out more! Buy [...]

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Interview with Go Fishing Now

August 30th, 2016|Categories: Atlantic Canada, General, Issues, KCF Exclusive, Maritimes, News, North, Ontario, Prairies, Quebec, West|

Ever wonder what we do? We had the chance to do an interview with Go Fishing Now to talk a bit more about what we do here at Catch Fishing and Keep Canada Fishing. Check [...]

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Top 5 Reasons Ontario is a World-Class Fishing Destination

August 23rd, 2016|Categories: General, Issues, News, Ontario|

Originally Published by Northern Ontario Tourism, August 23, 2016 1. There's lots to choose from! Did you know there are over 400,000 lakes, rivers and streams in Ontario? That's a lot of fishing real-estate! Ontario [...]

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Catching Up With Dave Mercer – A KCF Exclusive

February 25th, 2016|Categories: General, Issues, KCF Exclusive, News, Ontario|

The Keep Canada Fishing team got the chance to catch up with Dave Mercer of Facts of Fishing at the Spring Fishing and Boat Show. Check it out!  

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