Do you have an Outdoors Card?

There’s no better time than now to discover the great outdoors! For those of us who love outdoor activities such as fishing and hunting, or those interested in giving it a try, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry wants to make sure we are all safe, responsible and legal! There's still a couple months left in fishing season (until ice fishing season at least) so make sure you have your Outdoors Card, and get in on the action!

What is an Outdoors Card?

The Outdoors Card is an Ontario licence (which comes in the form of a wallet-sized card) that will allow you to hunt or fish. Those new to fishing or hunting must be sure to pick up an Outdoors Card (along with any other specific licences they may need depending on activity) BEFORE going out! Likewise, all hunters and fishers are responsible for keeping a valid card on their person at all times when participating in one of these activities. The licence itself lasts for 3 years before expiring, while additional licences for hunting or fishing will have their own dates.

Who Needs an Outdoors Card?

Anyone who wishes to participate in hunting or fishing activities in Ontario will need the card. This includes Ontario residents and other residents of Canada, as well as non-residents

How do I Obtain an Outdoors Card?

The card can be purchased or renewed online, by phone or in person, through ServiceOntario for a small fee of $8.57. (please note, fishing licences, hunting licences, tags, etc. will have additional fees.)

The following information is required to buy, renew or replace an Outdoors Card:

1.) Your legal first, middle and last name date of birth mailing and/or residential address height and eye colour parental consent (for resident hunters 12 to 14 years old).

2.) Those waiting for their physical card to arrive in the mail must carry a copy of their licence summary, in paper or digital version (ie. on a smartphone).

3.) Acquiring your Outdoors Card is quick and easy, so there’s no excuse for missing out on the outdoor fun!

Ready to pick up your Outdoors Card? You can visit the Outdoors Card website at www.huntandfishontario.com or at visit your local ServiceOntario.