Fishing and hunting licences in Newfoundland and Labrador: where to buy and what you need

How to buy a fishing or hunting licence in Newfoundland and Labrador: the official portal, the identification or training you need and the exemptions, from the official pages.

Where to buy and what you need

Big game (moose, caribou, black bear), trapper and guide licences are online only, through an account on the Wildlife Information Management System (WIMS). Small game licences are sold by vendors (bring identification such as a driver's licence); migratory game bird permits come from Canada Post outlets or the federal permit site; non-resident moose and bear licences go through licensed outfitters. Salmon and trout angling licences are issued by the Wildlife Division and sold by vendors such as sporting goods shops, service stations and Service NL centres (a vendor may add a handling charge). Questions: Wildlife Division, 709-637-2025 or 709-729-2630 (wildlifelicense@gov.nl.ca).

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Fees, seasons and catch limits change every year and are not listed: use the regulations summary or guide for the year. Federal rules also apply to migratory birds and to fishing in national parks (separate permits). Hunters generally need to show hunter education or firearms safety certification. Rules, fees and programs change and were read on 2026-11-14: confirm with the official source. General information, not legal advice. Quebec follows its own rules: see atlasquebec.ca.

Fishing and hunting licences in Newfoundland and Labrador: where to buy and what you need

Where to buy and what you need

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