HUNTING SEASONS IN PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND, CANADA 2025–26: Big Game and Small Game, Licenses, and Regulations Guide

Plan your 2025–26 Prince Edward Island hunt with our province‑by‑province guide—season dates, bag limits, licenses, bow & rifle rules, and key game species: Whitetail Deer, Wild Turkey, Ducks and more. Prince Edward Island’s rolling farmlands, coastal shorelines and riparian woodlots support healthy whitetail deer herds, growing wild turkey populations and spring/fall waterfowl staging areas. Across the island’s two Wildlife Management Zones (WMZ 1 & 2), hunters pursue archery and rifle deer seasons, turkey draws and migratory bird hunts—governed by Prince Edward Island Department of Fisheries and Communities regulations. Enjoy precise season dates, bag limits and zone‑specific requirements to plan an ethical, compliant hunt on PEI for 2025–26. What Is There to Hunt in Prince Edward Island? Big Game: Whitetail deer, wild turkey Small Game & Upland Birds: Ruffed grouse, ring‑necked pheasant, snowshoe hare Waterfowl & Migratory Birds: Ducks, geese, brant, mourning dove (federal permit required) Furbearers & Predators: Coyote, fox, beaver, muskrat PEI’s varied habitats deliver all‑season opportunity—from spring turkey to late‑fall duck seasons. What Animals Can You Hunt Year‑Round in Prince Edward Island? Unprotected predators (coyote, fox) may be taken year‑round on private land with landowner permission. Public‑land predator control outside open seasons requires a Fur Hunting Licence and adherence to WMZ restrictions. Prince Edward Island Big Game Hunting Seasons 2025–26 Whitetail Deer Archery: Sep 1 – Oct 15 Rifle/Muzzleloader: Oct 1 – Nov 30 Tags: One tag per licence; antler restrictions apply in WMZ 2 (spike‑only early rifle) Wild Turkey Spring Draw: Apr 1 – May 15 Fall Rifle: Sep 15 – Oct 31 Tags: Draw only; applications Feb 1 – Feb 28, 2025; limited quota per WMZ Note: Detailed WMZ calendars and quotas published annually by Prince Edward Island Department of Fisheries and Communities. Prince Edward Island Small Game & Waterfowl Seasons 2025–26 Upland Birds & Small Game: Ruffed Grouse: Sep 1 – Dec 31 (daily limit 5) Ring‑necked Pheasant Release Areas: Oct 15 – Dec 31 (daily limit 3) Snowshoe Hare: Sep 1 – Mar 31 (daily limit 3) Waterfowl & Migratory Birds: Ducks & Geese: Sep 15 – Nov 30; Jan 1 – Jan 15 (daily limit 5 ducks; 5 geese; 3 brant) Mourning Dove: Sep 1 – Nov 30 (daily limit 15) Requirements: Federal Migratory Game Bird Permit & Habitat Conservation Stamp Bag Limits by Species Whitetail Deer: 1 per season Wild Turkey: 1 per licence period Grouse: 5 daily; possession 10 Pheasant: 3 daily; possession 6 Snowshoe Hare: 3 daily; possession 6 Ducks/Geese: 5 daily; possession 15 Brant: 3 daily; possession 6 Mourning Dove: 15 daily; possession 45 Coyote/Fox/Wolf: no limit private; Fur Hunting Licence required public License & Tags Information for Prince Edward Island Hunters (2025–26) Wildlife Conservation Licence: $40 (annual); includes one deer tag; turkey draw fee $15 Non‑Resident Licence: $120 (annual); tag fees $30/species; draw fee $15 Additional Permits: Fur Hunting Licence (free; required) Turkey Draw Applications: Feb 1 – 28, 2025 Hunter Education: Mandatory PEI Hunter Education Certificate or equivalent. Hunting Methods: Bow, Rifle, Muzzleloader Bow: Compound, recurve, longbow; crossbows allowed only under special permit; broadhead cut ≥ 7/8″. Rifle: Centrefire ≥ .24 cal; shotguns with slugs permitted for deer; straight‑wall handguns prohibited. Muzzleloader: .40 cal+ patched ball or conical bullet; approved ignition systems only; single‑projectile conversions. Regulations & Resources Shooting Hours: ½ hour before sunrise to ½ hour after sunset WMZ Maps & Calendars: Available from Prince Edward Island Department of Fisheries and Communities Harvest Reporting: Mandatory within 24 hours via online portal or phone Special Areas: Protected areas and release sites require additional access permits Before you head out, always verify season dates, bag limits, and licence requirements on the official Prince Edward Island Department of Fisheries and Communities website to stay compliant and ensure a legal, ethical hunt. This guide was created based on information from Prince Edward Island Department of Fisheries and Communities https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/topic/hunting-angling-and-trapping With exact season windows, clear bag limits and complete licence details, you’re ready to plan your 2025–26 Prince Edward Island hunt. Prepare thoroughly and enjoy PEI’s abundant wildlife and scenic beauty.