Overview

The Learn to Fish program is a free program that teaches new anglers how to fish in Ontario. This fun and engaging 2–hour program combines a 1-hour practical teaching session with one hour of supervised hands-on fishing.

The program will teach you how to:

  • rig, bait and cast a fishing rod
  • identify and catch local fish species
  • get a fishing licence and follow fishing regulations
  • discover more about fishing in Ontario
  • fish safely and sustainably

We provide everything you need, including:

  • experienced instructors focused on fish, fun and safety
  • fishing rod, reel and bait
  • a fishing licence to take part in the Learn to Fish program
  • lifejacket and sunglasses

Learn to fish 2025 program

The Learn to Fish program has wrapped up for 2024. Thank you to all the individuals and families who participated. Check back in May for our 2025 location schedule and online registration.

Please note that we are no longer able to fulfill requests for Learn to Fish and Fish and Wildlife promotional marketing materials.

Learn to Fish mobile unit

Our mobile unit travels to select events and locations across Ontario to introduce new anglers to recreational fishing.

Have an event you’d like us to attend? Note that we will begin taking requests in March for our 2025 programming.

To submit a request for 2025, please contact us. We will ask you to complete a form to help us learn more about your event. Spots are limited and specific criteria details will be required to be considered and selected. We assess events based on:

  • size and location of the event
  • if the event fits with the program requirements and goals
  • mobile unit availability
A group of individuals across all ages in front of the learn to fish mobile unit

Learn to Fish — Digital

The digital Learn to Fish program helps you navigate this new world of fishing. Follow along as we review all the basics of how to fish with videos, quizzes and other resources like our Learn to Fish Guide.

At the end of this program, you will have the knowledge and confidence to fish on your own.

Follow us on social media @FishWildlifeON for more information.