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Fishing free on Family Day weekend

Anglers won't need an Outdoors Card from Saturday through Monday to fish in Ontario.
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Families set up camp for ice fishing at Ghost Lake on Monday (Feb. 15). (Chelsea Kemp/The Cochrane Eagle)

THUNDER BAY – While there’s plenty to do already this weekend, the province is giving one more reason to celebrate this Family Day, offering up free fishing from Saturday to Monday.

Those wishing to catch a fish or two can do so over the course of three days, without having to purchase a licence or carry an Outdoors Card.

Fishing is a time-honoured tradition and a terrific way for families and friends to enjoy the outdoors and spend time together,” said Graydon Smith, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry, in a release issued on Thursday by the province.

“Whether you are a seasoned angler or a first-time fisher, this is a great opportunity get outside and fish for free this Family Day Weekend.”



Leith Dunick

About the Author: Leith Dunick

A proud Nova Scotian who has called Thunder Bay home since 2002, Leith is Dougall Media's director of news, but still likes to tell your stories too. Wants his Expos back and to see Neil Young at least one more time. Twitter: @LeithDunick
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