With summer officially here, celebrate the warm weather and the great outdoors by fishing licence-free with the whole family from July 1 through July 9.
Families across the province can take part in Free Family Fishing Week by finding a good nearby fishing spot through Ontario's Fish ON-Line website, or by learning the ropes of fishing at one of many community angling events.
Anglers are reminded to follow the rules for fishing in Ontario and stick to the daily fishing limits to help preserve and protect our province's fish populations.
Approximately 1 million fishing licences are sold in in Ontario each year. Fish license fees go back into programs that help stock Ontario waterways, conduct biological research and support conservation projects.
Ontario’s lakes and rivers are home to approximately 160 types of freshwater fish.
New anglers can borrow fishing gear for free through the Tackleshare program.
