NOTE: An Application for Wildlife Act Permits must be completed. The information below is specific to the different types of wildlife sundry permits and the additional information and documentation required for that particular type of permit.
If you do not see the permit you are requesting listed above; please call the Permit and Authorization Service Bureau
at 1-866-433-7272 and press 2 and then 3 to bypass the telephone tree.
Steps to Possess Dead Wildlife for Personal Display
Transfer property rights in dead wildlife or wildlife parts from the government to a person
Please note that we can not issue permits for Eagles, Snowy Owl, Badger or any red-listed species and/or if wildlife has an auction value of over $200 for personal display.
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree
Fax: 250-387-1695
Steps to Possess Dead Wildlife for Education/Scientific Purposes
(Permit type 2(k)(i) – Applicable fee $55)
Possess and dispose of dead wildlife for scientific or educational purposes
Please note that this type of permit cannot be issued to an individual - please refer to code 2(p)
This permit does NOT confer full ownership of the wildlife or wildlife parts.
Certification of Wildlife Specimen Form[PDF 53KB] or other documentation proving lawful ownership for each new animal
(non-federal species only) added to inventory
Documentation to be attached to application:
Current up-to-date inventory of dead wildlife or wildlife parts
Completed applications, accompanied by fees and supporting documents can be submitted to the Permit and Authorization Service Bureau via:
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree
Fax: 250-387-1695
Steps to Possess Dead Wildlife for Ceremonial Purposes
(Permit type 2(k)(ii) – Applicable fee $0)
Possess and dispose of dead wildlife or wildlife parts for ceremonial or societal purposes
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree
Fax: 250-387-1695
Steps to Possess Dead Wildlife for Sustenance
(Permit type 2(w) – Applicable fee $0)
Authorizing a food bank or similar non-profit organization to possess and distribute game meat to persons in need of sustenance
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree
Fax: 250-387-1695
Steps to Possess Live Wildlife Where Wildlife Will Not Be on Public Display
Not for use with wildlife rehabilitation - please refer to code 2(t).
Persons cannot possess live wildlife to keep as pets.
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree
Fax: 250-387-1695
Steps to Possess Live Wildlife Where Wildlife Will be on Public Display or for Other Commercial Purposes
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree
Fax: 250-387-1695
Steps to Possess Live Wildlife for Rehabilitation Facilities
Mark on rehabilitation exam (must be 80% or higher)
Proof that facilities have been inspected and passed by Ministry personnel
Evidence that the applicant has the means and facilities necessary to treat wildlife, including the following information:
Qualifications of the people who will be working with wildlife at the facility
Description of measures that will be taken to prevent wildlife escape
Description of euthanasia methods to be used
Documentation to be attached to application:
Letter of recommendation from a licenced veterinarian, Conservation Officer, or permit holder of a Designated Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, indicating that you have had a minimum of 100 days of experience over a two year period in wildlife rehabilitation
Letter from a BC licensed veterinarian reasonably accessible to the proposed facility willing to act as the principle consulting veterinarian
Proof of public liability and property damage insurance
For Renewal Applications:
Details of any changes to previous permit
Documentation to be attached to application:
Reporting requirements
Proof of public liability and property damage insurance
Completed applications and supporting documents can be submitted to the Permit and Authorization Service Bureau via:
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree
Fax: 250-387-1695
Steps to Hunt/Trap/Kill Wildlife for Research/Scientific Purposes
(Permit type 2(c)(i) or 2(c)(ii) – Applicable fee $110)
Detailed project proposal (objectives of project complete with deliverables, qualifications (professional) of all staff/employees/contractors involved, RISC standards, proposed methods to be used)
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree
Fax: 250-387-1695
Steps to Capture Live Wildlife (used for falconry & zoos)
For other usage please refer to 2(b) or 2(c)
(Permit type 2(h) – Applicable pre-capture fee $110/yr.)
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree
Fax: 250-387-1695
Steps to Import Live Wildlife
(Permit type 4(b)(i) – Applicable fees Personal Use – $30 / Commercial Use – $55)
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree
Fax: 250-387-1695
Steps for a Permit to Allow Disabled Hunters to Shoot from Vehicle
(Permit type 3(1)(c)(i) – Applicable fee $0) – This permit is only available in special circumstances.
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree
Fax: 250-387-1695
Steps to Possess, Take or Destroy Bird Nest and/or Egg
(Permit type 3(1)(d)(i),(ii) or (iii) – Applicable fee $55) – This permit is only available in special circumstances
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree
Victoria: 250-387-2928
Toll Free in B.C.: 1-866-433-7272 (1-866-433-PASB)
Outside of B.C.: 1-250-387-2928
And press 2 and 3 to bypass the telephone tree