Many provinces host free fishing weekends throughout the year, including during National Fishing Week, June 29-July 7, 2024, and Family Day Weekend, February 17-19, 2024. Find out if your province is hosting a licence-free fishing weekend this month! If you participate, please remember to follow all other rules and regulations.
ALBERTA
Alberta’s first Family Fishing Weekend of 2024 is February 17-19 – no licence required. Find out more at mywildalberta.ca/fishing/family-fishing-weekends.
MANITOBA
Manitoba’s Family Fishing Weekend is February 17-19. Learn more about this licence-free event by calling 204-945-6784.
NEW BRUNSWICK
Family Day Weekend is also Fish New Brunswick Days, when you can cast a line without a licence! Find out more at tourismnewbrunswick.ca/fishing
NOVA SCOTIA
Nova Scotia’s annual winter Sportfishing Weekend is February 17-19. Visit novascotia.ca/fish/activities-and-events/ for more details.
ONTARIO
The first Family Fishing Weekend of the year is February 17-19. Canadian residents do not need a fishing licence to cast a line this weekend. You can find local events and other information at ontariofamilyfishing.com.
SASKATCHEWAN
Saskatchewan’s winter Free Fishing Weekend is February 17-19. Learn more at saskatchewan.ca/residents/parks-culture-heritage-and-sport/hunting-trapping-and-angling/angling/anglers-extras
