Recreational Fisheries

Fisheries and Oceans Canada is responsible for managing recreational fisheries for various marine species in Quebec. These fisheries, for which licences are not required, take place in the Saguenay River and in the St Lawrence Estuary and Gulf.

Recreational fishing is an activity undertaken for leisure, and catches are intended solely for the use of the person fishing. It is strictly forbidden to sell products from this fishery.

 
Crustacean

Recreational fishing for crustaceans such as lobster or crab is always prohibited in Quebec.
Shellfish

Always check if the areas are open before harvesting. It's a question of health.
Pelagic fish

Capelin and mackerel fishing is practiced without a licence, but rules apply.
Groundfish - Spring/Summer

The recreational groundfish fishery is practiced without a licence, but rules apply.

 

Groundfish - Winter

The recreational groundfish fishery is practiced without a licence, but rules apply.
Freshwater fish

Rules governing fishing on a lake or river are a provincial responsibility.
Poaching

Help us preserve resources and denounce acts of poaching.
For more information

Contact the regional office in your area for additional information.