(Government of Newfoundland and Labrador)
Big game season is now open in most areas of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Moose season is open on most parts of the island until the end of December while in Labrador the season is open until March 14th.
Caribou and black bear are also in season on the island, while the hunting of caribou in Labrador remains prohibited.
A full list of the opening and closing dates for big game can be found below:
Moose (island): September 12 – December 31, 2026 (except for national parks)
Gros Morne National Park: September 26, 2026 – January 31, 2027
Terra Nova National Park: October 13, 2026 – January 31, 2027
Moose (Labrador): September 12, 2026 – March 14, 2027
Caribou (island): September 12 – December 6, 2026 (dates vary for Caribou Management Areas 70, 71, 72). Note: Caribou hunting is prohibited in Labrador
Black bear (island): September 12 – November 30, 2026
Black bear (Labrador): August 10 – November 30, 2026
Coyotes and wolves: September 12, 2026 – July 15, 2027 (coyote, province-wide). Dates for wolf vary by region
Trapping Seasons and Zones: Dates vary by species and region
Small game (island): Dates vary by species and region
Small game (Labrador): Dates vary by species and region