2026-2027 Season

Black Bear Season
Quebec

Black bear hunting is popular across Canada, with both spring and fall seasons available in many provinces. Baiting and spot-and-stalk are common hunting methods.

53 Open WMUs
33 Upcoming WMUs
86 Total WMUs

Open Seasons (53)

WMU 1Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 2EFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 2OFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 3EFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 3OFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 4Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 5EFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 5OFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 6NFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 6SFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 7NFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 7SFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 8EFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 8NFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 8SFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 9EFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 9OFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 10EFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 10OFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 11EFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 11OFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 12Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 13Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 13SOFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 14Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 15EFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 15NFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 15OFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 16Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 17Firearms & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 18Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 19SEFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 19SNOFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 19SOFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 21Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 23Firearms & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 24Firearms & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 26EFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 26OFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 27EFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 27OFirearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 28Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU 29Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU R01-01Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU R01-02Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU R01-03Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU R01-04Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU R02-01Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU R04-01Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU R04-02Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU R08-01Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU R11-01Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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WMU R11-02Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 1 2026 - Jun 30 2026

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Upcoming Seasons (33)

WMU 1Crossbow & Bow

Sep 27 2026 - Oct 5 2026

Upcoming
WMU 4Crossbow & Bow

Oct 4 2026 - Oct 17 2026

Upcoming
WMU 5ECrossbow & Bow

Oct 4 2026 - Oct 17 2026

Upcoming
WMU 5OCrossbow & Bow

Oct 4 2026 - Oct 17 2026

Upcoming
WMU 6NCrossbow & Bow

Oct 4 2026 - Oct 17 2026

Upcoming
WMU 6SCrossbow & Bow

Oct 4 2026 - Oct 17 2026

Upcoming
WMU 8ECrossbow & Bow

Oct 4 2026 - Oct 17 2026

Upcoming
WMU 8NCrossbow & Bow

Oct 4 2026 - Oct 17 2026

Upcoming
WMU 8SCrossbow & Bow

Oct 4 2026 - Oct 17 2026

Upcoming
WMU 9ECrossbow & Bow

Oct 4 2026 - Oct 17 2026

Upcoming

+ 23 more upcoming WMUs

Mobile app

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WMU boundaries, season dates, and regulations for Black Bear in Quebec — offline in the HuntScout app.

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Black Bear Hunting Tips

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Spring bears are often found in south-facing slopes

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Fall bears focus on berry patches and oak ridges

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Check provincial regulations regarding baiting

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Always be prepared for quick follow-up shots

Related Quebec Hunting Seasons

Moose Season QuebecDeer Season QuebecWolf Season Quebec

Black Bear Season in Other Provinces

Black Bear Season OntarioBlack Bear Season British ColumbiaBlack Bear Season AlbertaBlack Bear Season SaskatchewanBlack Bear Season New Brunswick

Plan Your Black Bear Hunt

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Disclaimer: Season dates and regulations can change. Always verify with Quebec's official wildlife authority and review the current hunting regulations before hunting. This tool is for informational purposes only.

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