The general sport hunting rules are updated and published every two years. This section presents the main new measures that came into force for the period from April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2024.
Certificate and licence
Removal of code “B” from the hunter’s certificate.
The Introduction to Hunting with Bows and Crossbows course is now required for any new applicant who wishes to hunt with a bow or crossbow. This training is used to obtain the code “A” on the hunter’s certificate.
White-tailed deer introductory weekend
New hunters in all three novice categories can participate in the annual random draw for special antlerless deer hunting licences.
Educational licences and pre-registration are no longer required to participate in this weekend.
View information on the white-tailed deer hunting introductory weekend.
Hunting gear
It is now permissible to use an ambient sound amplifier such as earphones or a headset when hunting.
Restrictions on shooting from a public road
Zone 15 East has been added to the list of areas where it is prohibited to shoot an animal from a public road.
Proof of registration required for export
To export big game or part of it, including fur, outside Québec, transportation coupons and proof of registration are used as authorization.
Registration
In some areas of the Laurentides, Outaouais and Montérégie, hunters who have harvested a white-tailed deer must have it tested and registered at a registration station located in the same zone or sub-zone where it was harvested.
All 2022-2024 new hunting rules
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Regulatory Information
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Last update: May 9, 2022
Notice
The information published on this website has been simplified and provides a summary of the main regulatory provisions. It does not replace in any way the official texts of laws and regulations. For more detailed information on a specific rule, refer to the Regulation respecting hunting in Québec , the Regulation respecting hunting activities
or the Act respecting the conservation and development of wildlife
, which are all available on LégisQuébec.