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Fishing, Hunting, Trapping Licences

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2025 Winter Perch Fishery

Beginning on January 1st, 2025; Prince Edward Island, in cooperation with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, is opening up the recreational White Perch fishery. How do I participate? There is no registration required for the 2025 perch season...

Angling Resources and Information Centre

Angling for trout and Atlantic salmon is a time honoured tradition on PEI. The Angling Resource and Information Centre offers information on licensing, seasons, limits, locations and fish species. More detailed information can be found in the 2025...

Buy a Hunting Licence Online

It is illegal to hunt or snare wildlife in PEI without a valid hunting licence. PEI hunting licence applications are available for the current season starting September 1st. To hunt migratory birds such as Canada geese and black ducks, you must also...

Buy an Angling Licence Online

What are the fees for the fishing licence? Fees vary. Find a list of current fees at Angling Resources and Information Centre. Angling licences include the Wildlife Conservation Fund (WCF) fee. Is there other information I need to consider? If new...

Fur Exporters and Fur Dealers

What do I need to export or ship fur from PEI? A Fur Export Permit is required to export fur outside the province. Call 902-368-4683 or 1-866-368-4683 for information on how to acquire a fur export permit. Do I require a licence to become a fur...

Hunting, Firearms, and Bow Hunting Safety Courses

What do I need to hunt on PEI? In order to hunt legally on PEI, you must have a valid hunting license and the Wildlife Conservation Fund fee. Most people also require: Firearms Safety Course Hunter Safety Course, and/or A Bow Hunting Safety Course...

Recreation Services Available at Access PEI Centres

Recreation Services Access PEI Site Availability Snowmobile Permits all sites online Angling (Fishing) Licenses all sites in-person and online Firearms Safety Course [PDF] all sites in-person and mail-in Hunting License/ Furbearer Hunting/ Harvesting...

Report a Violation to a Conservation Officer

Conservation Officers patrol the Province of PEI to monitor, preserve and protect our Island’s wildlife and natural resources. They conduct investigations and respond to reports from the public about potential violations under many pieces of...

Trapping Information Centre

Do I need a licence to become a fur trapper on PEI? Yes. In order to trap furbearing animals on PEI, you must be a licensed trapper. Trappers must have the permission of the land owner before setting any traps and must conduct trapping operations in...

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