Limited opening for halibut begins Feb. 1

Halibut is one of the most attractive of a host of sport fishing opportunities available

  • Jan. 22, 2016 5:00 p.m.
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Fisheries and Oceans will have a limited opening for halibut, beginning Feb. 1 running to March 31.

Halibut is one of the most attractive of a host of sport fishing opportunities available in local waters.

The maximum size limit for a halibut is 133 centimetres. The daily limit is one fish. The annual limit is six halibut.

 

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