The deadline for receipt of big game licence applications for the 2020-21 big game hunting season has been extended by two weeks to April 17 at 4:30 p.m. NDT. For the convenience of applicants, the deadline has been extended as far as possible while still allowing enough time for applications to be processed safely and efficiently in time for big game hunting this fall. The deadline will not be extended further.

Applications can be submitted by email at wildlifelicence@gov.nl.ca, online at the Wildlife Information Management System, by fax at 709-637-2099 or by mail at the address provided with the big game licence application.

In support of COVID-19 physical distancing requirements, in-person counter service at Forestry and Wildlife offices throughout the province has been suspended. However, staff remain available Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. NDT by telephone at 709-637-2025 and email at wildlifelicence@gov.nl.ca, to respond to questions regarding the 2020-21 big game licence application process.

As the application deadline approaches, wait times for inquiries made by telephone are expected to increase. To expedite response times, individuals are encouraged to contact the department by email, when possible, and provide their name, driver’s licence number and a brief description of the issue they are experiencing. Staff will aim to respond to emails within 48 hours.

Important information about the 2020-21 big game hunting season is also available in the 2020-21 Hunting and Trapping Guide.

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Media contact
Craig Renouf
Fisheries and Land Resources
craigrenouf@gov.nl.ca
709-637-2923, 640-6922