Fwd: Fish for Free in Ontario During Family Fishing Week

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From: Ontario News <newsroom@ontario.ca>
Date: Mon, Jun 27, 2016 at 2:47 PM
Subject: Fish for Free in Ontario During Family Fishing Week
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News Release Fish for Free in Ontario During Family Fishing Week June 27, 2016 Ontario Encourages Families To Enjoy Outdoor Activities Canadians can fish in Ontario without buying a licence during Family Fishing Week, which is July 2 to 10 this year. Family Fishing Week is a great opportunity to learn about the sport in a fun and affordable way. There are also many family-friendly fishing events taking place during Family Fishing Week in towns and provincial parks across Ontario. Many of them are great for beginners, too! The Learn to Fish Program is offered at six provincial parks and special Learn to Fish events, including: Information booth at Harbourfront Centre in Toronto, July 1 to 3 Learn to Fish Mobile Unit at Barrie Promenade Days, July 1 to 3 Learn to Fish experience at Balsam Lake Provincial Park, July 5 Information booth at Belleville Waterfront Festival, July 7 to 10 If you don't have your own fishing gear, don't worry! Check out the Tackleshare program and borrow some equipment for free. Fishing in Ontario is more than just a hobby - it is beneficial for the province's economy, too. In 2014-2015, the sale of Outdoor Cards and all types of resident and non-resident recreational fishing licences created an estimated $37.2 million in revenue for the province. QUICK FACTS Canadian residents may fish in Ontario without a licence during Family Fishing Week, but non-residents do need a licence. Ontario's lakes and rivers are home to approximately 160 types of freshwater fish. The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters, Canadian Sportfishing Industry Association, Canadian National Sportfishing Foundation and many local sponsors and volunteers support Family Fishing Week. Anglers are reminded to follow the rules in the Ontario Fishing Regulations summary. BACKGROUND INFORMATION 2016 Urban Fishing Festivals During Family Fishing Week ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Guide to Eating Ontario Fish Plan your fishing trip with Fish ON-Line How to get an Outdoors Card and fishing licence Ontario Children's Outdoor Charter Learn about invasive species at InvasionOn QUOTES "Whether you're completely new to fishing or you've been doing it for years, it's a wonderful way to connect with nature, enjoy this province's great outdoors and spend time with your family or friends. I encourage all Ontarians to get out and try fishing during this Family Fishing Week."  — Kathryn McGarry, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry CONTACTS Media Calls Only: Emily Kirk Minister's Office 416-314-2206 Media Calls Only: Media Desk Communications Services Branch 416-314-2106 Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry http://www.ontario.ca/natural-resources MULTIMEDIA AND ELECTRONIC PRESS KIT This News Release has multimedia content and a downloadable electronic press kit. Click here to access on news.ontario.ca. Questions about your subscription? Contact us. Edit your subscription preferences. Unsubscribe from News on Demand.  Follow Us On Twitter. Visit the Newsroom. Disponible en français. © Queen's Printer for Ontario, 2008 - 2016 99 Wellesley Street West 4th floor, Room 4620 Toronto ON M7A 1A1