Angling Licence Fee Reduction Program for B.C. residents with disabilities

Any British Columbia resident who is severely and permanently disabled may apply for a freshwater angling licence at the reduced fee of $1.14.

The fee reduction is for the annual freshwater angling licence only. There is no fee reduction for Conservation Surcharge Stamps, the White Sturgeon Conservation Licence or the Classified Waters Licence.

How to apply

1. Fill out the application form for an angling licence fee reduction (PDF, 229KB)
2. Gather documentation to confirm that you receive one of the benefits listed in Part B of the application. If this documentation cannot be provided, then Part C must be completed by a practicing registered B.C. physician or nurse.
3. Submit completed applications either:
   • In person to any Service BC location, or
   • By mail to:
     Wildlife Branch
     PO Box 9363 STN PROV GOVT
     Victoria, B.C. V8W 9M8

Mailed in applications are generally processed within 10 days of their receipt.

Once you have been approved for the program, you will receive a Certificate of Eligibility and you can proceed with purchasing your licence online via the Freshwater Fishing e-Licensing system at any time. If you prefer to to buy your licence in person from a licence vendor, you will be required to present your Annual Disabled Angling licence (from a previous licence year) or your Certificate of Eligibility at the time of purchase. 

If you believe you that you were previously approved for the program but your expired licence or Certificate of Eligibility has become lost, stolen or destroyed, you may confirm your eligibility by contacting FrontCounter BC.

No refunds will be made on licences purchased at the full price.