Questions About The CORE Hunter Education Courses
How do I find a CORE examiner? Click Here To Book A CORE https://bcfirearmsacademy.ca/events/category/retest-or-core-challenge/ BC Firearms Academy Offers CORE Challenges at least 3 Times Per Week in the Lower Mainland. […]
Can I hunt as soon as I have purchased my Migratory game bird permit online? Yes, as soon as you sign your electronic permit, it is valid immediately. A digital or […]
What is the difference between the daily bag limit and the possession limit? The daily bag limit is the maximum number of birds a hunter may harvest during any single day of […]
Do I need to take my digital hunting license with me hunting? No, You can choose to print these licences from your FWID profile but it is not required. Hunting […]
What is the WILD System in BC? The Wildlife Information and Licensing system (WILD) is the B.C. government’s online service for submitting hunting applications, purchasing licences and submitting reports. Wildlife […]
Can I hunt in BC Parks? Fishing/hunting is allowed in many BC Parks; check the park-specific webpage for information. Check the fishing/hunting regulations synopsis for the area you plan to […]
What does to “accompany” mean when hunting in BC? “accompany” means to remain in the company of the other person, able to see the other person without the aid of any […]
Can a youth hunt alone when a youth hunting licence has been issued to a parent or guardian for the youth? No, youth (ages 10 to 17, inclusive) who participate […]
Can a youth purchase a youth hunting licence? No, a parent or guardian must purchase, as well as hold, the youth hunting licence on behalf of the youth. To purchase […]
What is the FWID? The Fish and Wildlife ID (FWID) is a passport to hunting services in British Columbia. You need an FWID to apply for: Hunting licences (resident, non-resident, […]
I have my PAL does this mean I can hunt in B.C.? No. You must have taken and passed the CORE Hunter Education Course. This will allow you to register […]
What is the testing that is required to complete the CORE? 1:A written examination consists of 75 multiple-choice questions 2: The practical firearms handling examination requires the safe handling of […]
Can I use the hunting and trapping regulation synopsis during my CORE exam? Yes, you can use the BC Hunting and Trapping Regulations Synopsis. It can also be downloaded before your […]
At what age can I hunt unsupervised in BC? 18 years old! Individuals who have completed the CORE hunter education exam and possess a validated FWID, as well as a hunting license, […]
Do I need a federal firearms licence ( PAL ) in order to go hunting in BC? No, the federal firearms license known as a PAL is not required for […]
What is the Minimum Age you can take the CORE Hunter Education Course? An individual who is 10 years old can complete the CORE hunter education course. Youth (ages 10 […]
What Licences or Permits do I require to hunt Migratory Game Birds? To hunt migratory game birds in Canada, you must have a valid federal migratory game bird hunting permit […]
Why is the PAL is not sufficient to be exempted from the CORE practical? POL licences were issued to individuals that had Firearms Acquisition Certificates, or a FAC. Since Bill […]
Where do I take my CORE Graduation Certificate to get my FWID? Take your BCWF CORE graduation certificate to a front counter or uploaded it to BCeID. TAKE THE GRADUATION […]
What is the maximum number of refunds permitted when hunting ducks? 3 (Three)! A maximum of three shells in the magazine and chamber combined. The magazine must be limited to […]
What are the steps to get my FWID once I completed my CORE? STEP 1: BCWF STEP 2: FRONT COUNTER BC After completing your CORE, you must deliver your course […]
Is my PAL sufficient to be exempted from the CORE practical handling? No, A PAL no longer indicates that you have completed the CFSC. Since Bill C42 was passed into […]
