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Buying a British Columbia tidal water fishing license
2023/2024 Licence fees
| Licence type & duration | Fee: resident | Fee: non-resident |
| Annual licence, Adult (16-64 years of age) | $22.59 | $108.64 |
| Annual licence, Senior (65 years of age and over) | $11.83 | $108.64 |
| Annual licence, Juvenile (under 16 years of age) | Free | Free |
| 5 day licence | $17.21 | $33.35 |
| 3 day licence | $11.83 | $20.44 |
| 1 day licence | $5.66 | $7.53 |
| Salmon Conservation Stamp (annual) | $6.46 | $6.46 |
A Canadian resident is an individual who normally lives in Canada; proof of residency may be requested. A non-resident is anyone who does not live in Canada.
Prices do not include GST.
All passengers must purchase a current recreational tidal water fishing license. It must be valid for the days you intend to fish. Please be sure to buy the Salmon tag on all licenses. Without it you can’t keep a Salmon.
Buying your fishing license from a vendor, you’ll need to show 2 pieces of valid identification. A valid driver’s license with your photo or government ID card. A travel passport or citizenship papers.
A printed copy of your recreational fishing license must be carried with you onboard while fishing. Catch records must be recorded on the license.
Apply Now Online
email: admin@vancouverislandfishingcharters.ca
Our location and mailing address is:
C/O Stones Marina RV site # 14 1690 Stewart Ave. Nanaimo, B.C. Canada V9S-4E1 Captain Al, Cellular # 250-619-7008.
Do you need a valid tidal license to transport your catch.
Hi Curtis, Yes while you are in transit you must be able to present it to any officer or DFO fisheries officer.
Yes you do. Plus comply with the regulations of transporting your catch.