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HUNTING SEASONS IN YUKON, CANADA 2025–26: Big Game and Small Game, Licenses, and Regulations Guide
Plan your 2025–26 Yukon hunt with our territory‑by‑territory guide—season dates, bag limits, licenses, bow & rifle rules, and key game species: Caribou, Moose, Sheep and more.
Yukon’s mountainous terrain, boreal forests and tundra valleys support some of North America’s most abundant mountain caribou herds, healthy moose populations, Dall sheep and thriving bear numbers. Managed by the Yukon Department of Environment, hunting in six Game Management Subzones combines indigenous stewardship and territorial regulations.
Popular pursuits include summer caribou and sheep tag draws, moose rifle seasons, black and grizzly bear hunts, plus late‑summer waterfowl wingshooting—guided by clear, zone‑specific rules to ensure sustainable, ethical harvests.
What Is There to Hunt in Yukon?
Big Game: Mountain caribou, woodland caribou, moose, Dall sheep, black bear, grizzly bear
Small Game & Upland Birds: Willow ptarmigan, rock ptarmigan, snowshoe hare
Waterfowl & Migratory Birds: Ducks, Canada goose, white‑fronted goose (federal permit required)
Furbearers & Predators: Wolf, Arctic fox, red fox, beaver, marten
Yukon’s diverse ecosystems deliver seasonal opportunity—from mid‑summer sheep hunts to early‑fall duck wingshooting.
What Animals Can You Hunt Year‑Round in Yukon?
Unprotected predators (wolf, fox) may be harvested any time on private lands with permission; public‑land control outside open seasons requires a Fur Harvest Licence and adherence to zonal regulations. Always confirm subzone‑specific rules before targeting predators.
Yukon Big Game Hunting Seasons 2025–26
Mountain Caribou & Woodland Caribou
Rifle: Aug 15 – Sep 30 (quota draw)
Tags: Allocated by subzone draw; one per hunter
Moose
Rifle: Sep 1 – Oct 15
Tags: Most subzones OTC; limited‑entry in alpine drainage areas
Dall Sheep
Rifle: Aug 10 – Sep 30
Tags: Draw only; applications Feb 1 – Feb 28, 2025
Black Bear
Spring: Apr 15 – Jun 15
Fall: Aug 15 – Oct 15
Tags: OTC; cub harvest prohibited; special food‑conditioning closures apply
Grizzly Bear
Rifle: Aug 15 – Oct 15
Tags: Draw only; limited allocation per subzone
Note: Detailed subzone calendars, quotas and weapon restrictions are published annually by Yukon Department of Environment.
Yukon Small Game & Waterfowl Seasons 2025–26
Upland Birds & Small Game:
Willow/Rock Ptarmigan: Aug 1 – Dec 31 (daily limit 5)
Snowshoe Hare: Aug 1 – Mar 31 (daily limit 3)
Waterfowl & Migratory Birds:
Ducks: Sep 1 – Dec 1 (daily limit 5)
Canada & White‑fronted Geese: Sep 1 – Dec 1 (daily limit 5)
Requirements: Federal Migratory Game Bird Permit & Conservation Stamp
Bag Limits by Species
Caribou: 1 per draw tag
Moose: 1 per season (OTC or draw tag in designated areas)
Dall Sheep: 1 per draw tag
Black Bear: 1 per season (no cubs)
Grizzly Bear: 1 per quota tag
Ptarmigan: 5 daily; possession 10
Snowshoe Hare: 3 daily; possession 6
Ducks/Geese: 5 daily; possession 15
Wolf/Fox/Marten: no formal daily limit; Fur Harvest Licence required public
License & Tags Information for Yukon Hunters (2025–26)
Resident Licence: $35 (annual); caribou/sheep draw fee $20/tag; moose tags $10/subzone
Non‑Resident Licence: $200 (annual); draw fee $25; tag fees $50/species
Additional Permits:
Fur Harvest Licence (free; required)
Hunter Education: Recommended Yukon-specific courses for Arctic safety
Hunting Methods: Bow, Rifle, Muzzleloader
Bow: Compound, recurve, longbow; crossbows prohibited; broadhead cut ≥ 7/8″
Rifle: Centrefire ≥ .30 cal; shotguns with slugs permitted for moose; straight‑wall handguns prohibited
Muzzleloader: .45 cal+ patched ball or conical bullet; approved ignition systems only
Regulations & Resources
Shooting Hours: Sunrise to sunset (midnight sun adjustments apply)
Subzone Maps & Calendars: Available from Yukon Department of Environment
Harvest Reporting: Mandatory within 48 hours via online system or local office
Special Areas: Wildlife sanctuaries and national parks require additional permits
Before you head out, always verify season dates, bag limits, and licence requirements on the official Yukon Department of Environment website to stay compliant and ensure a legal, ethical hunt.
This guide was created based on information from Yukon Department of Environment. https://yukon.ca/en/hunting-regulations
Armed with precise season windows, subzone-specific bag limits and complete licence details, you’re ready to plan your 2025–26 Yukon hunt. Prepare thoroughly, respect local regulations, and experience Canada’s northern wilderness heritage.
HUNTING SEASONS IN NUNAVUT, CANADA 2025–26: Big Game and Small Game, Licenses, and Regulations Guide
Plan your 2025–26 Nunavut hunt with our territory-by-territory guide—season dates, bag limits, licenses, rifle & bow rules, and key game species: Caribou, Muskox, Waterfowl and more.
Nunavut’s vast Arctic tundra, barren-ground plateaus and fjorded coastlines support some of the world’s largest caribou herds, thriving muskox populations and critical migratory waterfowl staging areas. Overseen by the Government of Nunavut Department of Environment, hunting in four large zones combines indigenous stewardship with clear seasonal frameworks.
Popular pursuits include summer and fall caribou tag draws, muskox hunts, polar bear quotas and late-summer waterfowl excursions—backed by WMU-style area regulations that ensure sustainable, ethical harvests.
What Is There to Hunt in Nunavut?
Big Game: Barren-ground caribou, muskox, polar bear (quota)
Small Game & Upland Birds: Arctic hare, willow ptarmigan, rock ptarmiga
Waterfowl & Migratory Birds: Snow goose, Canada goose, ducks (federal permit required)
Furbearers & Predators: Wolf, Arctic fox, wolverine, beaver
Nunavut’s extreme landscapes deliver seasonal opportunities—from mid-summer caribou hunts to early-fall waterfowl wingshooting.
What Animals Can You Hunt Year-Round in Nunavut?
Unprotected species such as wolf and fox may be taken year-round on permitted lands by local harvesters; non-resident off-season hunts require written community consent and territory-wide predator tags. Always verify area-specific rules before targeting unclassified predators.
Nunavut Big Game Hunting Seasons 2025–26
Barren-Ground Caribou
Summer Archery/Rifle: Jul 1 – Aug 31 (quota draw)
Fall Rifle: Sep 1 – Oct 15 (quota draw)
Tags: Distributed by community-managed draw; one per hunter
Muskox
Rifle: Aug 1 – Sep 30 (quota draw)
Tags: Limited entry; applications Apr 1 – Apr 30, 2025
Polar Bear
Rifle: Aug 1 – Oct 31 (quota only)
Tags: Quota allocated per community under polar bear co-management agreements
Moose (southern Kitikmeot)
Rifle: Aug 15 – Sep 30 (quota draw)
Tags: Limited; applications Apr 1 – Apr 30, 2025
Note: Detailed area maps, quotas and weapon restrictions are set by the Government of Nunavut Department of Environment.
Nunavut Small Game & Waterfowl Seasons 2025–26
Upland Birds & Small Game:
Willow & Rock Ptarmigan: Aug 1 – Dec 31 (no daily limit; subsistence-style)
Arctic Hare: Aug 1 – Mar 31 (no daily limit)
Waterfowl & Migratory Birds:
Snow & Canada Goose: Jul 15 – Sep 15 (daily limit 10)
Ducks (all spp.): Aug 10 – Sep 30 (daily limit 5)
Requirements: Federal Migratory Game Bird Permit & Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp
Bag Limits by Species
Caribou & Muskox: 1 per draw tag
Polar Bear: 1 per quota tag
Moose: 1 per draw tag
Ptarmigan & Hare: no formal daily limit (traditional harvest)
Geese: 10 daily; possession 20
Ducks: 5 daily; possession 15
Wolf/Fox/Wolverine: no formal limit for licensed harvesters; community rules apply
License & Tags Information for Nunavut Hunters (2025–26)
Resident Licence: $30 (annual); community draws managed locally; tags $20/species
Non-Resident Licence: $200 (annual); draw fee $25; community consent required
Additional Permits:
Polar Bear Co-management Tag (free; quota only)
Predator Harvest Tag (free; required for wolf, fox, wolverine)
Hunter Education: Recommended completion of Arctic-specific safety and ethics training programs.
Hunting Methods: Bow, Rifle, Muzzleloader
Bow: Traditional longbow or compound; broadhead cut ≥ 7/8″; crossbows prohibited.
Rifle: Centrefire ≥ .30 cal recommended; shotguns for waterfowl only; straight-wall handguns prohibited.
Muzzleloader: .45 cal+ patched round ball or conical bullet; approved ignition systems only; single-projectile conversions.
Regulations & Resources
Shooting Hours: Sunrise to sunset (Arctic midnight sun exceptions managed locally)
Area Maps & Quotas: Available from Government of Nunavut Department of Environment
Harvest Reporting: Mandatory within 48 hours via local community office or online portal
Special Areas: Wildlife sanctuaries and national parks require separate permits; coastal zones may be closed to hunting.
Verification Reminder:
Before you head out, always verify season dates, bag limits, and licence requirements on the official Government of Nunavut Department of Environment website to stay compliant and ensure a legal, ethical hunt.
This guide was created based on information from Government of Nunavut Department of Environment https://www.gov.nu.ca/en/environment-and-wildlife/hunting-regulations-guide
Armed with precise season windows, territory-specific bag limits and complete licence details, you’re ready to plan your 2025–26 Nunavut hunt. Embrace rigorous preparation, respect local co-management practices, and experience the Arctic’s unparalleled wilderness heritage.
HUNTING SEASONS IN NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR, CANADA 2025–26: Big Game and Small Game, Licenses, and Regulations Guide
Plan your 2025–26 Newfoundland and Labrador hunt with our province‑by‑province guide—season dates, bag limits, licenses, bow & rifle rules, and key game species: Moose, Caribou, Ducks and more.
Newfoundland and Labrador’s rugged island barrens, coastal peatlands and boreal forests host robust moose herds, migratory caribou herds on the island and in Labrador, and world‑renowned waterfowl staging areas. From the interior plateau to the remote tundra, popular pursuits include limited moose and caribou tag draws, spring and fall duck hunting, and black bear seasons—under clear provincial regulations across 30 Wildlife Management Zones (WMZs).
Plan an ethical, compliant hunt with exact season dates, bag limits and zone‑specific requirements for 2025–26.
What Is There to Hunt in Newfoundland and Labrador?
Big Game: Moose, caribou, black bear
Small Game & Upland Birds: Spruce grouse, willow ptarmigan, snowshoe hare, wild turkey
Waterfowl & Migratory Birds: Ducks, geese, eiders, murres, doves (federal permit required)
Furbearers & Predators: Coyote, fox, beaver, muskrat
This province’s mix of habitats delivers year‑round opportunity—from spring bear and turkey to autumn waterfowl and tundra caribou hunts.
What Animals Can You Hunt Year‑Round in Newfoundland and Labrador?
Unprotected predators (coyote, fox) may be taken any time on private land with landowner permission. Public‑land predator control outside open seasons requires a Fur Harvesting Licence and compliance with WMZ regulations. Always verify zone‑specific rules before targeting nuisance species.
Newfoundland and Labrador Big Game Hunting Seasons 2025–26
Moose
Island of Newfoundland – Rifle: Sep 13 – Dec 31, 2025
Labrador – Rifle: Sep 13 – Mar 8, 2026
Tags: Draw only; quotas by WMZ; applications Jan 15 – Feb 15, 2025
Caribou (Woodland & Barrenground)
Rifle: Sep 15 – Oct 15 (select WMZs)
Tags: LE draw; very limited quotas; applications Jan 15 – Feb 15, 2025
Black Bear
Spring: Apr 1 – Jun 30
Fall: Sep 1 – Oct 31
Tags: One per hunter; cub harvest prohibited; some WMZs closed to hounds
Note: Detailed WMZ calendars, quotas and weapon‑type restrictions are published annually by the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture.
Newfoundland and Labrador Small Game & Waterfowl Seasons 2025–26
Upland Birds & Small Game:
Spruce Grouse, Willow Ptarmigan: Sep 1 – Dec 31 (daily limit 5)
Snowshoe Hare: Sep 1 – Mar 31 (daily limit 3)
Wild Turkey: Apr 1 – May 15; Sep 1 – Dec 31 (daily limit 1; spring draw)
Waterfowl & Migratory Birds:
Ducks, Geese, Eiders: Aug 23 – Dec 31; Jan 1 – Jan 15 (daily limit 5 ducks; 5 geese; 6 eiders)
Murres: Sep 1 – Dec 31 (daily limit 15; island only)
Mourning Dove: Sep 1 – Nov 30 (daily limit 15)
Requirements: Federal Migratory Game Bird Hunting Permit & Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp
Bag Limits by Species
Moose: 1 per draw tag
Caribou: 1 per draw tag
Black Bear: 1 per season (no cubs)
Wild Turkey: 1 per licence period
Spruce Grouse/Ptarmigan: 5 daily; possession 10
Snowshoe Hare: 3 daily; possession 6
Ducks/Geese: 5 daily; possession 15
Eiders: 6 daily; possession 12
Murres: 15 daily; possession 45
Mourning Dove: 15 daily; possession 45
Coyote/Fox: no limit private; Fur Harvesting Licence required public
License & Tags Information for Newfoundland and Labrador Hunters (2025–26)
Resident Licence: $48 (annual); includes one black bear tag; moose and caribou draw fees $15/tag
Non‑Resident Licence: $180 (annual); tag fees $75/species; draw fees $25
Additional Permits:
Fur Harvesting Licence (free; required)
Spring Turkey draw (applications Mar 1 – 15, 2025)
Hunter Education: Mandatory Newfoundland and Labrador Hunter Education Certificate or equivalent.
Hunting Methods: Bow, Rifle, Muzzleloader
Bow: Compound, recurve, longbow; crossbows allowed only with special permit; broadhead cut ≥ 7/8″.
Rifle: Centrefire ≥ .24 cal; straight‑wall handgun calibres prohibited; shotguns with slugs permitted for moose where specified.
Muzzleloader: .40 cal+ patched ball or conical bullet; approved ignition only; single‑projectile conversions.
Regulations & Resources
Shooting Hours: ½ hour before sunrise to ½ hour after sunset
WMZ Maps & Calendars: Available from the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture
Harvest Reporting: Mandatory within 24 hours via online portal or phone
Special Areas: Some wildlife reserves and protected areas require additional access permits
Verification Reminder:
Before you head out, always verify season dates, bag limits, and licence requirements on the official Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture hunting and trapping site to stay compliant and ensure a legal, ethical hunt.
This guide was created based on information from the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture. https://www.gov.nl.ca/hunting-trapping-guide/2025-26/
With precise season windows, zone‑specific bag limits and complete licence details, you’re ready to plan your 2025–26 Newfoundland and Labrador hunt. Prepare thoroughly and experience this province’s extraordinary wilderness and wildlife heritage.
