Free Fishing Father's Day Weekend

Father's Day weekend in 2025 will be from June 13th to June 15th, with Father's Day itself being celebrated on Sunday, June 15th. This is the third Sunday of June, and it is a FREE FISHING weekend!
This means you do not need to buy a fishing licence if you want to fish during :

• Father’s Day Weekend (June 14–15, 2025)

​Free fishing periods remind us of the value of Ontario’s recreational fishery, and the importance of keeping it healthy for future generations. While fishing during a free fishing period you must:

• follow conservation licence catch limits
• obey size limits and sanctuaries
• follow the fishing regulations
• carry a permit or identification card issued by the provincial or federal government, showing your name and date of birth

Learn More about Family & Youth Fishing