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Atlantic Salmon

General Information

  • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Atlantic salmon
  • How to properly catch and release Atlantic salmon
  • Count of Atlantic Salmon in Rivers (Index)
  • Warm Water Protocol for Gulf Region's rivers 
  • Details on the salmon pools closed to angling in the Miramichi system in times of warm water

Fishing Plan and Notices to Recreational Anglers

  • Atlantic Salmon Recreational Fishing for the Gulf Region in 2025 2025-04-14

Margaree

  • IN EFFECT Reopening of angling on the Margaree River 2025-09-25

Nepisiguit

  • IN EFFECT Reopening of recreational angling on the Nepisiguit River 2025-08-25

Miramichi

  • IN EFFECT Reopening of recreational angling on the Miramichi River system 2025-08-25

Restigouche

  • IN EFFECT Reopening of recreational angling on the Restigouche and Upsalquitch river systems 2025-08-25

Science Updates

  • Southern Gulf of St. Lawrence (SFA 15–18) Atlantic Salmon (Salmo salar) Update of Stock Indicators up to 2024 - June 17, 2025
  • Count of Atlantic Salmon in Rivers
Date modified:
2026-01-15