Pacific Region Recreational Fishing
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Fishing and the Law
Recreational fishing is enjoyed
by anglers young and old
throughout British Columbia.
Whether fishing in tidal waters or
freshwater, it is the
responsibility of the angler to ensure they fish within the
law.
In this
section you will find information on:
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A Few
Points to Remember
- If asked, you must allow a
fishery officer, fishery guardian, national park warden or
RCMP officer to inspect your catch, licence and fishing
gear.
- Check for limits in the
area or region you are fishing; changes may be made by
Fishery Notice.
- Field canning is not
allowed for any species.
- Check guidelines for
packaging and transporting your fish.
- For specific openings and
closing times, all dates are inclusive.
- Regulations are subject to
change. It is your responsibility to know the
regulations in the the area you are fishing.
- There is no limit to the
number of fishing rods a licensed angler my use in tidal
waters, even when accompanied by an unlicensed person.
However, an unlicensed person may not operate any
fishing tackle/gear.
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For more
information on the laws that govern recreational fishing
please visit
Pacific Region - Acts and Regulations.
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