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Get ready to drop a line for Free Fishing Week

It runs from July 3 to July 11
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Get the bait and rods ready for the upcoming Free Fishing Week.

From July 3 to July 11, Ontario families can fish without buying a licence or carrying an Outdoors Card. 

“Fishing is a time-honoured tradition and terrific way for families to spend time together,” said Greg Rickford, Minister of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry, in a news release. “I hope everyone in Ontario is able to head down to a lake or river and take part in Free Fishing Week, this year.”

The Ministry reminds people who are taking part in the free fishing event that they must:

  • follow conservation licence catch limits 
  • obey size limits and sanctuaries 
  • follow the fishing regulations 

More information on the Ontario Fishing Regulations is available here.