Sport hunting | Gouvernement du Québec

Hunting in Quebec

Follow good hunting practices that are set out to ensure the sound management and responsible development of wildlife.

Main new measures

Find out the main new rules that came into effect with the latest publication of Québec’s sport hunting regulations.

Zone maps

View the boundaries of the 28 hunting zones where the different rules apply.

Hunting seasons

Plan your activity by consulting the hunting seasons by type of game.

Licences and certificate

Instructions to purchase and obtain a hunting licence and a hunter’s certificate, which are required to hunt in Québec.

Game

Consult the rules specific to the different types of game harvested in Québec.

Weapons, Ammunition and Other Gear

Learn all about the types of weapons, ammunition and gear to use for hunting.

General rules

Know the general rules for game registration, transportation, wearing a bib and various other hunting rules.

Special rules

Refer to the specific rules that apply to non-residents, some territories, wildlife habitat protection and hunting for people with a disability.

Deer hunting initiation weekend

How to participate in the deer hunting initiation weekend for young or new hunters with their mentors.

Hunting authorizations for people with disabilities

Special measure put in place to allow people with disabilities to hunt legally by bypassing certain regulatory provisions.

Last update: April 2, 2024