Waterfowl Hunting
Photo by Salt Spring Island Conservancy
A partnership in Conservation
Waterfowl hunters support conservation activities
Waterfowl hunters are among the most active conservationists in Canada. According to the most recent Canadian Nature Survey (2012), hunters’ and trappers’ participation rate in conservation activities is higher than the national average.
In addition to purchasing the Stamp to validate their Migratory Game Bird Hunting Permit, waterfowl and other migratory game bird hunters also pay other license fees which directly support wildlife management.
Photo by Alberta Hunter Education Instructors’ Association (AHEIA)
The future of conservation
Today, hunting is both a recreational activity and an important tool in wildlife population management. A hunter’s contribution helps to ensure that the intrinsic value of wildlife remains present in our worldviews and is an integral component of society’s connection to nature.
Responsible management of our wildlife and natural resources is an important value that we must pass along to future generations. Our well-being is directly tied to how we manage our impact on the environment. Many organizations and individuals conduct youth mentoring programs to pass on the skills and knowledge of hunting. These programs are integral to instilling in our youth the importance of wildlife habitats and biodiversity so that they can continue to enjoy the abundance of species that we have today.
The MGBH Permit
How To get Your Permit
By purchasing your Permit, you are contributing to waterfowl and waterfowl habitat conservation across Canada. As part of the Permit, the cost of the Stamp is allocated to Wildlife Habitat Canada for our Grant Program.
There are three ways you can purchase your MGBH Permit:
E-Permit, Online
The MGBH Permit is administered by Environment and Climate Change Canada through an electronic permitting system. The cost of the Permit includes the CWHC Stamp. An additional physical stamp is not required for validation.
*If you have issues please call Environment and Climate Change Canada – Canadian Wildlife Service Permit Department at 1-855-869-8670 or at ec.permisscf-cwspermit.ec@canada.ca *
Permit at a Canadian Post Outlet
Permits are also available at certain Canada Post outlets, mainly in city centres. Please contact Canada Post customer service at 1-866-607-6301 to access the list of outlets.
Permit from an Independent Vendor
Permits are also available for purchase through some independent vendors.
Photo by Jennifer Collard
All Migratory Game Bird Hunting Permits come with a Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp affixed for validation.
Please note that you must verify the provincial/territorial regulations pertaining to hunting and the carrying of firearms for the province/territory where you will be hunting migratory game birds. Visit the Resources for Hunters section for more information
Wildlife Habitat Canada thanks you for investing in Canadian conservation.
FAQs
Environment and Climate Change Canada is responsible for managing migratory bird populations, and regulating the hunting of migratory game birds such as ducks and geese. Every two years, bag limits are determined for migratory game bird species and published as part of the Migratory Birds Regulations.
FAQs about these federal regulations and other pertinent questions related to Game bird Hunting can be found on HERE.
Canadian residents planning to waterfowl hunt in the U.S. must purchase a Federal Duck Stamp and keep it on them at all times while hunting. To purchase your Stamp and for more information visit the Federal Wildlife Service website today!
The Migratory Game Bird Hunting permit must be purchased annually for the current hunting season.
The Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp is affixed to the MGBH permit. You are NOT required to purchase a second Stamp to go with your MGBH permit.
The regulations for game birds permitted for hunting in Canada can be found on the Environment and Climate Change Canada website. Please visit the FAQs section of their website for further information about game bird hunting rules and regulations. CLICK HERE »
All other hunting activities in Canada are regulated through the provincial governments. To find out how to obtain a hunting licence for your province, visit the appropriate provincial government website. This website is a good place to start.
You can absolutely support our work without being a hunter. WHC is a conservation organization whose mandate is to wisely invest our funds in on-the-ground conservation projects with significant positive impact to wildlife and their habitats.
If you would like to make a donation or purchase a product to support our work, please CLICK HERE »
Funds that we receive from the Stamp on the MGBH Permit and from the sale of our Stamp and Print program, along with donations and fundraising activities, are used to support WHC and the work we do. Our mandate is to wisely invest those funds in on-the-ground conservation projects in accordance with the priorities of NAWMP. We take great care in selecting our grant recipients to ensure that the projects are reflective of our mission and vision. If you would like to find out more about who we are, please visit the ABOUT section of the website.
Every year, WHC invites Canadian artists to enter a competition for our selected Stamp artwork. A panel of judges is called on to select the winning painting. The winner is chosen based on originality, artist merit and accuracy to the species of waterfowl. For more information on our art competition, please visit THE ART COMPETITION section of the website.
