Pack up the family and head to the lake...it's free fishing all week.
It's part of Canada Day celebrations until July 7, and Ontarians of all ages can enjoy fishing without requiring a licence.
The free fishing week is the fourth licence-free fishing opportunity this year, on the heels of free fishing on the Father's Day and Mother's Day weekends.
Families are encouraged to plan their fishing trip or find a local event by visiting Ontario Family Fishing Events. In York Region, FisHaven in Holland Landing is holding a Canada Day celebration event June 30 to July 7.
"Fishing helps create a lifetime of memories for people of all ages," said Angelo Lombardo, Executive Director, Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters. "Whether you are a long-time angler or being introduced to fishing for the first time, we hope that you take advantage of the free fishing opportunities available during Family Fishing Week and create some new, lasting memories."
The free fishing events are coordinated through a partnership between the Ontario government and the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters.
The government also froze fishing licence fees and removed the $2 service fee in 2019.
All veterans and active Canadian Armed Forces members residing in Ontario can enjoy free recreational fishing in the province.
See What You Need to Know about Licence-Free Family Fishing and Fishing in Ontario