Hunters must possess a valid Wildlife Certificate and the applicable hunting licence to hunt big game or game birds. Licences whether electronic or paper and applicable tags must be carried on their person while hunting.
Can you hunt in Canada without a license?
A hunting licence is required to hunt in Ontario. All licences are specific to the game you wish to hunt and will be listed on your licence summary. Licences expire on December 31 each year, unless otherwise stated. Requirements depend on the hunting activity you are undertaking.
What do you need to get an Alberta hunting license?
Hunters must have a 10-digit Wildlife Identification Number (WIN) to apply for draws, purchase wildlife certificates, licences and replacements.
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- access to a printer as well as the internet.
- an email address.
- a valid credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover)
How much does an Alberta hunting license cost?
Find Your Alberta Hunting Licence or Permit Fee
| Permits and Licences | Resident Fee | Non-Resident Canadian |
|---|---|---|
| Game Bird Licence | $15.80 | $65.51 |
| White-tailed Deer Licence | $39.95 | $132.24 |
| Mule Deer Licence | $39.95 | $132.24 |
| Elk Licence | $39.95 | $154.66 |
Do you need to take a course to hunt in Alberta?
First-time hunters who have not previously held a hunting licence in Alberta or elsewhere, must complete the Alberta Conservation and Hunter Education course.
Can you hunt with an AR 15 in Canada?
The following nine (9) types of firearms and their variants have been prohibited: M16, AR-10, AR-15 rifles and M4 carbine.
How much is a Canadian hunting license?
| Products | Canadian and Non-Canadian Residents |
|---|---|
| Three-Year Small Game Licence | $364.56 |
| Deer Licence | $240.81 |
| Moose Licence | $479.86 |
| Outfitter Moose Tag – Bull | $200.00 |
How long does it take to get your hunting license Alberta?
If you don’t already have your pre-numbered Wildlife Identification Number (WIN) you can apply for one either online or in person. You will receive immediate notification of your WIN once you complete your application. Your plastic WIN card will be mailed to you in approximately four weeks.
How much is an Alberta wildlife certificate?
Wildlife Certificates are available for purchase ($68.22 +gst CAD) online on the Relm Website and also available for purchase at many sporting retailers in our area.
What the smallest caliber you can hunt with in Alberta?
Minimum Cartridges from Coast to Coast
| Minimum rifle cartridges for Big Game* | |
|---|---|
| Alberta | .23 calibre |
| Saskatchewan | centrefire rifle * (see notes) |
| Manitoba | centrefire rifle * |
| Nunavut | 5.56 mm (.22 cal) * |
What courses do I need to hunt in Alberta?
As a resident of Alberta, here are the first four things you need to do:
- Step 1: Take the Hunter Education Course.
- Step 2: Take the Canadian Firearms Safety Course.
- Step 3: Apply for a Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL)
- Step 4: Purchase a Wildlife Identification Number (WIN)
Can you hunt on public land in Alberta?
Hunting is permitted in wildland provincial parks.
Hunting opportunities in wildland parks. Bison hunting in wildland parks is only permitted in Hay-Zama Lakes Wildland Park within the Bison Hunting Zone. Special access restrictions apply to all motorized vehicles.
What Animals Can you hunt year round in Alberta?
Porcupine, rabbit, hare, raccoon and woodchuck may be hunted, but not trapped**, without a licence throughout the province, at all times of the year. Skunk may be hunted and trapped. ** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the 2022 Alberta Guide to Trapping Regulations, available in September 2022.
Is hunting on Sunday legal in Alberta?
Refer to the 2022 Alberta Hunting Draws booklet for details. Sunday hunting for big game is prohibited in WMUs 728, 730 and 936. Note: It is a mandatory requirement to submit the heads of deer harvested from specific WMUs for CWD testing and research purposes.
Can you shoot guns on Crown land in Alberta?
While shooting on Crown land is allowed, the use of exploding targets is illegal.
Can natives hunt in Alberta?
In Alberta, Indigenous hunting and fishing rights are recognized in law and provincial government policy. The Government of Alberta is committed to sustaining Indigenous food sources within the constraints of conservation obligations.
What guns cant you own Canada?
It is illegal for anyone in Canada (other than the police and military) to own automatic weapons and sawed-off shotguns and rifles. There are also some other restrictions that you need to be aware of, many of which have been introduced in recent years.
Can I carry a shotgun in my car in Canada?
Canadian law states that you have to transport all firearms, including antique firearms, unloaded. If you are transporting them in a vehicle, they must be kept out of sight in a part of a vehicle that is kept locked (the trunk, if there is one), unless the vehicle is supervised by an adult.
Can a Canadian bring a gun into us?
A Canadian may purchase a firearm in the US but cannot take possession of it, nor can they export it from the US.
How many deer tags can I get in Alberta?
Allowed Per Hunter
Mule Deer 39.95 A Resident Adult may obtain only one of the first two licences. A Resident Senior may obtain only one of the four licences, excluding the Youth licence. Elk 39.95 A Resident Adult may obtain only one of the first six licences.
What Canadian province has the best hunting?
Saskatchewan has produced more huge bucks than anywhere else in North America and is considered a premiere destination for white-tailed deer. Populations of black bear in northern Saskatchewan and moose also make the province an attractive place for big game hunters.