What's new in v2.5
Released May, 2024

  • App Account — You may now use the FishingBC App without creating or logging into an account. (You will still need to be logged in to a FishingBC App account to link your National Recreational Licensing System (NRLS) account, retrieve your official BC Tidal Waters Sport Fishing Licence, and use the app's Catch Log feature.)
  • Catch Log — Numerous improvements to the Catch Log feature.
  • Regulations — An all new, simplified and streamlined look for Regulations, making them easier to read and understand at a glance.
  • Updated AI — The Enhanced Species ID feature uses all new AI and is much better at identifying Pacific salmon and other finfish.
  • Enhanced Maps — The Interactive Map has been updated with new functionality and new layers, including Rockfish Conservation Areas, Southern Resident Killer Whale Closures, and more.
  • New Tools — An on-screen ruler, units converter, and fish weight estimator are now available.
  • Miscellaneous — Numerous visual tweaks and other improvements to performance and stability

What people are saying about FishingBC:

“Just got the app and it is going to be very useful. Super easy to look up regulations. Awesome to have my license on my phone.”

Myles Stoesz

“Going to be great. Scanned my license in easily. Took a look through the regs and found the app to be really quick and easy to use. Lots of useful info!”

Andrew Mallory

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