Canada · Spearfishing zone

Maritimes inland waters

Prohibited zoneinland waters

What this zone is

Overview

How spearfishing is treated at Maritimes inland waters.

Spearing for any species is not permitted in inland waters of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.

Source

This zone is documented in the official source below.

Before you dive

Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.

License requiredvia Fisheries and Oceans Canada (tidal); provincial fish/wildlife agencies (freshwater)

Tidal licences via DFO National Recreational Licensing System or authorized access providers; freshwater licences via the relevant provincial agency.

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