Canadian Fishing Licence Guide

Everything you need to know about fishing licences in Canada — from pricing and types to online purchase options across all 10 provinces and 3 territories.

Core Licence Guides

Start here for the most popular licence information.

Cost by Province

Compare fishing licence prices across all 10 provinces and 3 territories.

Non-Resident Licences

Licence guide for American tourists, international visitors, and out-of-province Canadians.

Federal vs Provincial

Understand Canada's unique dual licensing system — federal DFO tidal + provincial freshwater.

Buy Online

Direct links and step-by-step instructions for every provincial online portal.

Licence Types

Specialized guides for specific licence categories.

Salmon Licences

Conservation stamps, river permits, and salmon-specific rules across provinces.

Ice Fishing Licences

Winter fishing rules, ice hut registration, and province-by-province regulations.

Tidal (Saltwater) Licences

DFO federal tidal waters licence for BC and Atlantic coast fishing.