Put Safety First Around Ontario's Lakes And Rivers
February 8, 2010 5:50 PM
McGuinty Government Promotes Fishing As Fun Family Day Activity
Safety on and around Ontario's lakes and rivers should be everyone's top priority when outdoors this Family Day Weekend.
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
- Get more information about Ontario Family Fishing Weekend and events across the province.
- Review the 2010 Recreational Fishing Regulations Summary.
- Pick up a copy of the summary from licence issuers or a ServiceOntario/Government Information Centre.
- Stay Safe On The Ice
Contacts
- Bradley Hammond
Minister's Office
416-314-2106
- Media Desk
Communications Services Branch
416-314-2106
Ministry of Natural Resources
ontario.ca/natural-resources