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From May 9 to 10, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario without purchasing a licence or Outdoors Card.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"float: left; margin-right: 14px;\"><strong><broadstreet-zone zone-id=\"45658\" keywords=\"\" soft-keywords=\"true\" zone-alias=\"\"><\/broadstreet-zone><\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cFishing is a great way for families to make unforgettable memories while enjoying the outdoors,\u201d said Mike Harris, Minister of Natural Resources. \u201cFree fishing weekends are an opportunity to check out Ontario\u2019s top\u2011notch fishing and take part in a timeless tradition that brings people together right across the province.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recreational fishing is a key part of Ontario\u2019s economy, supporting local tourism and jobs in communities across the province. 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