Frequently Asked Questions
Questions About Canadian Firearms Licensing and Canadian Firearms Laws
Youth Hunting Licence BC
Youth Hunting Licence BC Youths 10 years of age or older and under 18 years of age, who have an FWID may obtain a Hunting Licence OR a Youth Licence. […]
Bill C-21 Update Feb 3 2023: What is C21 Amendment G-46,
Bill C-21 Update Feb 3 2023: What is C-21 Amendment G-46, Amendment G-46, aimed to label every semi-auto, centre-fire rifle and shotgun that can take detachable magazines with as “Prohibited,” […]
Bill C-21 Update Feb 3 2023: What is C-21 Amendment G-4
Bill C-21 Update Feb 3 2023: What is C-21 Amendment G-4 Amendment G-4, aims to expand the list of prohibited guns by including its definition to ban rifles and shotguns […]
Bill C-21 Update Feb 3 2023: Two proposed amendment pulled
Bill C-21 Update Feb 3 2023: Two proposed amendment pulled The federal government has withdrawn a controversial amendment to its proposed firearm legislation — one that critics warned could have restricted […]
Licence Fees: What Are They Used For?
Licence Fees: What Are They Used For? When you purchase a B.C. hunting or trapping licence, where does the money go? At the time of writing, a basic B.C. resident […]
Animals With Ear Tags
Animals With Ear Tags Please DO NOT AVOID hunting animals with ear tags or collars, unless specified under regional sections in the synopsis. This will ensure that biologists acquire accurate […]
Buying Hunting Licences in BC
Buying Hunting Licences in BC Licences are available online at www.gov.bc.ca/hunting and at Service BC, FrontCounter BC and participating commercial outlets and sporting goods stores. If you buy your species […]
Hunting Licences FAQ
How do electronic-based hunting licences work? When you buy a licence, the licence information will be entered into your online Fish and Wildlife ID (FWID) profile. Only species licences will continue […]
Identifying Bears
Identifying Bears Bears are wild animals and can be dangerous. There is a combination of characteristics to look for that can help you identify between black and Grizzly bears. Knowing […]
White-tailed and Mule (Black-tailed) Deer
White-tailed and Mule (Black-tailed) Deer It is important for hunters to be able to distinguish between White-tailed Deer and Mule Deer. Book Your CORE Exam Here Hunters should not […]