If you are under 16 and a non-resident of BC:
* you do not require any licence or stamp to sport fish, but you must be accompanied by a person (residential or non-residential) who has the appropriate licenses and stamps.
* any fish you keep must be counted as part of the catch and possession of your accompanying licence holder.
* If you want to catch and keep your own quota of fish, you may buy a license and any necessary supplementary licenses and stamps.

If you are a resident of BC and disabled, you may qualify for a reduced fee license.
To get an application form contact any Government Agent Office, BC Environment Office or write to :
Fisheries Branch
Ministry of Environment
Lands and Parks
2-780 Blanchard Street
Victoria, BC V8V 1X4

Classified Waters
A number of highly productive yet heavily fished rivers and streams, are currently being monitored, requiring all anglers to have a special license to fish in these areas.

The Classified Waters License is a supplementary license, purchased in addition to a basic angling license and species-specific conservation surcharge.

Anglers planning guided trips can simply purchase their licenses through their guides.

For anglers planning a non-guided trip, a Classified Waters License may be purchased at sporting goods stores, through Government Agents and from local resort operators or guides.

For more information, contact the Fisheries Branch

International Travelers
When entering Canada, visitors will be asked to provide proof of citizenship. All vehicles should carry a motor vehicle registration form and proof of insurance. Vehicles not registered to the driver require a letter of authorization.

For further information concerning customs regulations, contact
Revenue Canada, Customs Border Services, Regional Information Unit, 333 Dunsmuir Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 5R4 or call (604) 666-0545.

GST rebates for visitors
The Federal Goods and Services Tax (GST) of 7% is applicable to most purchased goods and services, but rebates on accommodations and purchases taken out of the country can be claimed by non-residents of Canada. Some restrictions apply.

For more detailed on-line information please visit the D.F.O. Page (Canadian Department of Fisheries).
For more information by phone in Canada, call 1-800-66-VISIT
Outside Canada, call (902) 432-5608; or contact Canada Customs at (604) 666-1802