Newfoundland & Labrador
Who requires Hunter Education in Newfoundland & Labrador?
Residents
Any person wishing to hunt game with a firearm or bow must possess an Outdoor Identification Card that acknowledges completion of recognized firearm safety and hunter education course.
Non-Residents
Non-resident must possess equivalent proof of completion of a recognized hunter education course.
Minimum Age Requirements
- Big Game License: 16 years old
- Small Game License: 12 years old
Online Training Available?
Possession and Acquisition Licence (PAL)
A PAL is NOT required to obtain a Hunting License in Newfoundland & Labrador.
Exam challenge
No challenges are available.
Links
For information about courses contact:
Chris Baldwin, Manager
Conservation Services, Wildlife Division
Phone: (709) 637-2020
Email: chrisbaldwin@gov.nl.ca
or
Nathan Spence, Training Specialist
Wildlife Division
Phone: (709) 637-2730
Email: nathanspence@gov.nl.ca
Hunter Education Program Website:
www.flr.gov.nl.ca/wildlife/education/
Regulations Summary/Synopsis:
https://www.gov.nl.ca/hunting-trapping-guide/2019-20/
Government Department responsible for hunting:
www.gov.nl.ca/environment-wildlife/
NGOs Related to Hunting:
www.stjohnsrodandgunclub.com/
www.upperhumberrodandgun.com/
www.nlwf.ca/
www.nloa.ca/
www.lhafa.org/home/
www.ganderrodandgun.org/
www.discoveryshootingclub.com/
www.labwestgunclub.com/