Hunting & Shooting in British Columbia

Before you go

• To hunt with a firearm you need a federal Possession and Acquisition Licence; first-time applicants must first pass the Canadian Firearms Safety Course. RCMP Canadian Firearms Program
• B.C. hunting licences are bought through WILD with a Fish and Wildlife ID; most licences require proof of hunter safety training such as CORE. Government of British Columbia
• Rules are summarized in the B.C. Hunting and Trapping Regulations Synopsis; check the current edition before you hunt. Government of British Columbia

From official sources, checked 14 October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the source before you go.