Fisheries and Oceans Canada
2023 Atlantic Salmon Recreational Fishery Management Approach
DFO wishes to advise anglers of the management approach for the 2023 Atlantic Salmon recreational fishery.
Season Dates:
Insular Newfoundland - June 1 to September 7
Labrador - June 15 to September 15
Management Measures:
Anglers will be permitted to retain a total of two salmon, with a maximum of one salmon on Class 2 rivers.
A catch and release limit of three fish per day for all scheduled rivers in Newfoundland and Labrador with the exception of Class 0 rivers. On Class 0 rivers, anglers are permitted to catch and release a maximum of two fish per day.
The retention of salmon on non-scheduled waters is not permitted.
The continuation of the multi-faceted Environmental Protocol.
For additional information, refer to the Fisheries Management Decision online at: Fisheries Management Decisions for Atlantic Canada, Quebec and the Arctic - 2023
Details on the regulations pertaining to retention limits, river classification, closed areas and special management areas are contained in the 2023 - 2024 Angler's Guide which will be available in booklet form or on-line at Anglers' Guide 2023-2024.
Connie Dobbin-Vincent
Resource Manager
Tel. (709) 730-4173
E-mail: connie.dobbin-vincent@dfo-mpo.gc.ca