The 2020 fishing season is underway, but anglers need to be aware of certain restrictions as to where they fish from.
Anglers can fish from boats or from the shoreline. Passengers in boats do not have to be from the same household, but must maintain as much separation as possible.
Shoreline anglers must adhere to a strict two-metre distance between individuals.
Fishing off public docks, dams, jetties or marinas is prohibited.
Parks will provide limited access to bathroom facilities for day-use only, with enhanced sanitization protocols and increased frequency of maintenance. No access to shower facilities will be permitted. Filleting shacks or tables will be closed.
“We have been spending a lot of time reminding people and kicking them off (the docks). It's been a problem,” said Sandra Popescu at Nickle Lake Regional Park. “We are constantly reminding people to not fish off the docks and such.”
The person breaking the Public Health Order could receive fines up to $1,000, according to the public health policies as they currently exist.
