05/15/2020
Charter & Recreational Fishing Guidelines
The Sports Fishing Institute of BC is reviewing specific public fishery guidelines and protocols with Worksafe BC and the PHO at this time. The guidelines will be made available, distributed, and posted on the SFI site as soon as possible.
Fishing is permissible during Covid restrictions as it was acknowledged to be an essential service and activity.
However, the health and safety guidelines must be followed and adhered to. If you cannot meet all the COVID-19 orders and guidance to fish or hunt safely, do not go fishing or hunting.
Only fish and hunt with members of your household
Stay 2 metres (6 feet) from other people you come across
Do not share vehicles with individuals outside of your household
Fish and hunt locally
Wash your hands often, especially around communal areas such as boat ramps, gates, etc.
Follow all travel advisories and self isolation requirements
Follow all municipal, First Nation community, provincial and federal closures (e.g. parks, infrastructure, etc.)
Do not fish outside of your home community.
The above guidelines apply also to charter fishing operations, until new guidelines are approved by WorkBC and distributed by the Sports Fishing Institute of BC.