Put Safety First Around Ontario's Lakes And Rivers
February 8, 2010 5:50 PM
McGuinty Government Promotes Fishing As Fun Family Day Activity
To encourage families to get outside and try ice fishing, Ontario residents who don't have a licence can fish without one from February 13 to 15. These anglers must follow the conservation licence limits set out in the 2010 Recreational Fishing Regulations Summary.
Events offering information on safety on the ice will be held across the province. Many factors can affect the thickness and strength of ice on lakes and rivers. All anglers should check with local ice hut operators before venturing out.
QUICK FACTS
- Approximately 1.3 million anglers fish in Ontario each year and spend $2.5 billion dollars in the province annually.
- The 2010 fishing regulations benefited from the input of new Fisheries Management Zone Advisory Councils. The councils, made up of local stakeholders, help the Ministry of Natural Resources develop management strategies for their zones.
LEARN MORE
CONTACTS
- Bradley Hammond
Minister's Office
416-314-2106
- Media Desk
Communications Services Branch
416-314-2106
ontario.ca/natural-resources
"Family fishing weekend is an opportunity to take part in an outdoor tradition that is popular across the province. It's a great chance to try ice fishing for the first time and learn about safety on the ice through events organized by community groups."
– Linda Jeffrey
Minister of Natural Resources
"Ontario Family Fishing Weekend is the perfect opportunity for families of all sizes to try winter fishing. Thanks to the generosity of Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters member clubs and other volunteers, events are being hosted in communities around the province, and everyone is invited to participate in this great Canadian tradition."
– Mike Reader
Executive Director, Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters
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