Spring Fishing
Whether you’re up before dawn chasing that perfect catch or making the most of every weekend on the water, we’ve got the gear and tips you need to reel in your personal best this season.
TRADITION OF FISHING
Fishing has been a part of life in Canada for thousands of years. Indigenous peoples, like the Inuit and First Nations, have gained a deep understanding of fish species and their migration patterns. Today, fishermen continue this tradition, enjoying the catch and sharing their knowledge.
Each spring, as the snow melts, Canadians across the country get ready for another exciting fishing season. This website is created to help you join in on this tradition. You will find all the information and product details needed to enjoy this beloved pastime.
Video by Fishing Expert, Matt Balcombe
Top Fishing Locations in Canada by Province
As the second-largest country, Canada boasts of crystal-clear waters and lush forests, making it an ultimate destination for fishing enthusiasts. There are numerous fishing spots in Canada, each with its regulations and unique fish species. Discover the top fishing spots in Canada for your big catches!
Alberta
- Bow River – Brown and Rainbow Trout
- South Ram River – Westslope Cutthroat Trout, Brown Trout, Lake Whitefish, Mountain Whitefish, Bull Trout
British Columbia
- Cowichan River - Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout
- Fraser River – Salmon, Northern Trout
- Ucluelet – Chinook Salmon, Sockeye Salmon, Coho Salmon, Halibut, Rockfish, Dungeness Crab
Manitoba
- Lake Dauphin - Walleye, Northern Pike, Carp, Freshwater Frum, Sauger
- Lake Winnipeg – Bass, Northern Pike, Trout, Walleye, Perch
- Red River – Channel Catfish, Walleye, Sauger, Common Carp, Freshwater Drum, Goldeye, Brown Trout
New Brunswick
- Restigouche River – Salmon, Trout
- Miramichi River – Striped Bass, Salmon, Trout
- Saint John River – Striped Bass, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Sturgeon, Chain Pickerel
Newfoundland and Labrador
- Gander River – Atlantic Salmon
- Big River - Salmon
Nova Scotia
- Bras d’Or Lake/Arm of the Gold Lake - Brown and Rainbow Trout, Cod, Herring, Flounder, Perch, Striped Bass
Northwest Territories
- Great Bear Lake – Arctic Grayling, Lake Trout
- Great Slave Lake – Lake Trout, Northern Pike, and Arctic Grayling
Nunavut
- Tree River – Arctic Char Salmon
Ontario
- Lake Ontario - Walleye, Pike, Brown Trout, Chinook Salmon, Muskie
- Lake Simcoe – Bass, Yellow Perch, Lake Trout, Whitefish
- Bay of Quinte – Largemouth Bass, Walleye
- Rainy Lake – Walleye, Black Crappie, Smallmouth Bass, Muskie
- Lake of the Woods – Walleye, Perch, Northern Pike, Sauger, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Crappie, Whitefish, Lake Trout
Prince Edward Island
- North Lake – Giant Bluefin Tuna
Quebec
- Saguenay - Walleye, Perch, Pike
- Grand Cascapedia
Saskatchewan
- Last Mountain Lake - Walleye and Perch
- Lake Athabasca – Arctic Grayling, Lake Trout, Walleye, Northern Pike, & occasionally Burbot
- Reindeer Lake - Lake Trout, Arctic Grayling, Northern Pike, Walleye
Yukon
- Wolf River - Lake Trout, Arctic Grayling, Northern Pike, Whitefish
Browse By Species
In Canada, we are lucky to have many different species of fish swimming in our waters.
With each unique species, there are various techniques and equipment to use for success. We created a guide to help you navigate the waters and optimize your yield for some of our most popular species in the country.