Regions
British of Columbia is divided into nine regions. Regional restrictions apply when fishing including possession limits of certain game fish. Regions include Vancouver Island, Lower Mainland, Thompson, Kootenay, Cariboo, Skeena, Omineca, Peace and Okanagan.
Quotas and Size Limits
All game fish have a quota or limit on the number of catch you may keep. Refer to the regional quotas for specific species and for regulations on individual waters. In Region 1, Vancouver Island, the limit for trout is four per day and you must release all Dolly Varden and wild steelhead.
Protected Species
You must not fish, catch or retain protected game fish, including cultus pygmy sculpin, shorthead sculpin, giant stickleback and many others. Refer to the British Columbia Fishing Regulations for a full list of protected species.
Season
According to the British of Columbia Ministry of Environment, most waters are open for some game fish species all year 24 hours a day. Always check your regional regulations for site-specific rules that may apply.
Fishing License
All anglers age 16 and older must have a valid license to fish for any freshwater species in British of Columbia. Appropriate supplementary licenses and stamps are also required.
