Changes to small game and furbearer regulations
The following changes have been implemented in 2017:
- Hunting seasons for most small game and furbearers have been streamlined across Ontario. As a result, season opening dates will change slightly in many parts of the Province.
- Northern and central Ontario Snowshoe Hare, European Hare & Cottontail seasons have changed to avoid the breeding season for these species; opening on September 15th and closing on March 31st.
- Limits for many small game species have changed across Ontario, including Snowshoe Hare, Ring-necked Pheasant, Gray (Hungarian) Partridge, Ruffed Grouse and Sharp-tailed Grouse.