Angling

Fisheries and Oceans Canada is responsible for managing inland fisheries and providing sustainable recreational angling opportunities for people in Newfoundland and Labrador. Recreational anglers also play an important role in the stewardship of the resource and have a responsibility for conservation and enhancement.

For further information on Season Dates for recreational angling, please contact Fisheries and Oceans Canada at (709) 772-4423 or view the online Angler’s Guide.

Inland fishery licences for salmon and trout are issued by the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture, Wildlife Division. Licences may be obtained from commercial vendors, such as sporting good shops, service stations, and other areas throughout the province, or from the Provincial Government Service Centres listed.

For further information on recreational angling, please contact Fisheries and Oceans Canada at (709) 772-4423 or view the online Angler’s Guide.

Application form for the Program for Hunters and Anglers with a Disability (198 KB)

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