2026-2027 hunting seasons for wild turkey
Hunting dates are established based on the zone where hunting is permitted, the type of weapon used, the sex of the animal and its maturity.
Changes to the authorized periods and segments may be made at any time as required. It is your responsibility to abide by the terms and conditions in effect before you practice your activity.
Specifications on the hunting zones
In some zones, hunting may be prohibited in some territories.
Hunting is permitted from half an hour before sunrise until midday.
To find out what to do before, during and after hunting wild turkey, refer to the rules for this species.
Hunting seasons
Shotguns, muzzle-loading and breech-loading firearms, crossbow and bow
| Zone where hunting is permitted | Age and sex | 2026 hunting season | 2027 hunting season |
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| 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 26 and 27 | Bearded wild turkey | April 24 to May 18, 2026 | April 30 to May 24, 2027 |
| 2, 12, 13, 15 | Bearded wild turkey | April 24 to May 5, 2026 | April 30 to May 11, 2027 |
| 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 | Bearded or unbearded wild turkey | October 24 to October 30 , 2026 | October 23 to October 29, 2027 |
All hunting dates for wild turkey
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Biodiversity, Wildlife and Parks – Client Services
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Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday: from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Regulatory information: 1-877-346-6763
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See also
Last update: January 16, 2026