Bowfishing

[Ata83]

Hello all,
just recently found out that bowfishing and netting is allowed in Ontario !! [for Carp]

but cant seem to find more info about it. is the bow considered a firearm in this case and the firearm laws apply to it ? Boat engine off or out of water ?

az an example, can I bowfish off my boat in Toronto Harbour for example ?

Any advice is appreciated, or if you can point me to the right direction.

[Disco]

Call the MNR for clarification. Then check the municipality for bylaws regarding fire arms use.

[Robbo]

See page 16 of the 2021 Ontario Fishing Regulations. There's a brief section on bow fishing including the season start and end dates for specific zones. It also makes reference to longbows being a Firearm under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act.