What is a Wildlife Management Unit (WMU)?

A Wildlife Management Unit (WMU) is a geographic area used by provincial governments to manage wildlife populations and regulate hunting. Each WMU has specific rules for hunting seasons, bag limits, and permitted species.

How do I find what WMU I am in?

Enter your Canadian postal code in our WMU Lookup tool to instantly find your Wildlife Management Unit. You can also browse WMUs by province.

Why do hunting regulations vary by WMU?

Hunting regulations vary by WMU because wildlife populations, habitats, and conservation needs differ across regions. Provincial wildlife agencies set specific rules for each WMU to ensure sustainable hunting.

What can I hunt in WMU 17?

WMU 17 in Manitoba currently has open seasons for: Wild Boar, Hare, Rabbit, Gray Squirrel. Check specific season dates and regulations before hunting.

What are the hunting regulations for WMU 17?

WMU 17 in Manitoba has specific regulations for big game, predators, small game, and waterfowl. Each species has designated season dates, bag limits, and weapon restrictions. Always verify with Manitoba's official wildlife authority before hunting.

Is deer hunting open in WMU 17?

Deer hunting is currently closed in WMU 17. Check back closer to deer season for updated dates and regulations.

WMU 17 Manitoba — Hunting Regulations 2025-2026

Big Game

13 species

White-Tailed Deer

Antlered Or AntlerlessArchery

Aug 25 2026 - Sep 14 2026

Possession: 1

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White-Tailed Deer

Antlered Or AntlerlessArchery

Oct 13 2026 - Nov 9 2026

Possession: 1

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White-Tailed Deer

Antlered Or AntlerlessYouth Muzzleloader

Oct 13 2026 - Nov 9 2026

Possession: 1

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White-Tailed Deer

Antlered Or AntlerlessMuzzleloader

Oct 20 2026 - Nov 9 2026

Possession: 1

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White-Tailed Deer

Antlered Or AntlerlessGeneral (rifle)

Sep 15 2026 - Oct 12 2026

Possession: 1

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White-Tailed Deer

Antlered Or AntlerlessGeneral (rifle)

Nov 10 2026 - Nov 30 2026

Possession: 1

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White-Tailed Deer

Antlerless (Second)Archery

Aug 25 2026 - Sep 14 2026

Possession: 1

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White-Tailed Deer

Antlerless (Second)Archery

Oct 13 2026 - Nov 9 2026

Possession: 1

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White-Tailed Deer

Antlerless (Second)Muzzleloader

Oct 20 2026 - Nov 9 2026

Possession: 1

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White-Tailed Deer

Antlerless (Second)General (rifle)

Nov 10 2026 - Nov 30 2026

Possession: 1

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Moose

BullGeneral (rifle)

Sep 15 2026 - Oct 12 2026

Possession: 1

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Moose

BullGeneral (rifle)

Dec 1 2026 - Dec 14 2026

Possession: 1

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Moose

BullGeneral (rifle)

Sep 15 2026 - Oct 12 2026

Possession: 1

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Predators

7 species

Gray Wolf

Resident

Aug 25 2026 - Mar 31 2027

Possession: 1

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Gray Wolf

Non-Resident/Foreign Resident

Aug 25 2026 - Mar 31 2027

Possession: 1

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Coyote

Resident

Aug 25 2026 - Feb 28 2027

Possession: 1

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Coyote

Non-Resident/Foreign Resident

Aug 25 2026 - Feb 28 2027

Possession: 1

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Black Bear

Adult

Apr 27 2027 - Jun 30 2027

Possession: 1

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Black Bear

Adult

Aug 15 2026 - Nov 1 2026

Possession: 1

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Wild Boar

Year round

Possession: No limit

Open

Small Game

13 species

Sharp-Tailed Grouse

(GBHZ 2)

Sep 1 2026 - Jan 1 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

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Sharp-Tailed Grouse

Sep 8 2026 - Jan 1 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

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Hare

Year round

Daily Limit: No limit

Open

Spruce Grouse

(GBHZ 2)

Sep 1 2026 - Jan 1 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

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Spruce Grouse

Sep 8 2026 - Jan 1 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

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Woodcock

(GBHZ 3)

Sep 8 2026 - Dec 6 2026

Daily Limit: 8Possession: 24

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Woodcock

Foreign Resident(GBHZ 3)

Sep 8 2026 - Dec 6 2026

Daily Limit: 4Possession: 12

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Ruffed Grouse

(GBHZ 2)

Sep 1 2026 - Jan 1 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

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Ruffed Grouse

Sep 8 2026 - Jan 1 2027

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 12

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Gray (Hungarian) Partridge

(GBHZ 3)

Sep 8 2026 - Jan 1 2027

Daily Limit: 4Possession: 8

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Ptarmigan

(GBHZ 2)

Sep 1 2026 - Feb 28 2027

Daily Limit: 10Possession: 20

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Rabbit

Year round

Daily Limit: No limit

Open

Gray Squirrel

Year round

Daily Limit: No limit

Open

Data last updated: July 14, 2026

Big Game

White-Tailed Deer

White-Tailed Deer

White-Tailed Deer

White-Tailed Deer

White-Tailed Deer

White-Tailed Deer

White-Tailed Deer

White-Tailed Deer

White-Tailed Deer

White-Tailed Deer

Moose

Moose

Moose

Predators

Gray Wolf

Gray Wolf

Coyote

Coyote

Black Bear

Black Bear

Wild Boar

Small Game

Sharp-Tailed Grouse

Sharp-Tailed Grouse

Hare

Spruce Grouse

Spruce Grouse

Woodcock

Woodcock

Ruffed Grouse

Ruffed Grouse

Gray (Hungarian) Partridge

Ptarmigan

Rabbit

Gray Squirrel

What Can I Hunt in WMU 17?

Predators

Small Game

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