Get ready to cast your line and reel in some fun. This June, you can enjoy an exciting free fishing weekend just in time for Father’s day.
Enjoy a weekend of fishing, family time, and fantastic activities. The best part is that the event is free to participate in as long as you have the necessary gear, as no fishing license is required.
B.C.’s Family Fishing Weekend 2026
Through the third weekend in June, the B.C. provincial government is waiving the requirement for residents of Canada (individuals who have lived in Canada for the preceding 12 months) to buy or carry a non-tidal (freshwater) basic fishing license.
There are tons of Family Fishing Weekend events going on across the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island, as well as in the Interior.
Here’s some the events happening in the Lower Mainland:
- June 20, 2026, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Family Fishing Day at Fraser Valley Trout Hatchery & Visitor Centre
- June 20, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Fysh Brain Family Fishing Event at Green Timbers Lake
- June 20, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Family Fishing Fun! at Whonnock Lake, 27871 113th Avenue
- June 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Rice Lake Family Fishing Day at Rice Lake, Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve, 4900 Lillooet Road
Of course, there are some exceptions for those planning to fish, so be sure to read up on all the event information before you head out to any of these events.
EVENT DETAILS:
📅 Date: June 19 – 21, 2026
📍 Location: Various locations across B.C.
🎟️ More Info: https://www.gofishbc.com/bc-family-fishing-weekend/
