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 51?

WMU 51 in Ontario does not have any open hunting seasons at this time. Check back for updated season information.

What are the hunting regulations for WMU 51?

WMU 51 in Ontario 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 Ontario's official wildlife authority before hunting.

Is deer hunting open in WMU 51?

Deer hunting is currently closed in WMU 51. Check back closer to deer season for updated dates and regulations.

WMU 51 Ontario — Crown Land, Seasons & Regulations 2026

Crown Land in WMU 51

87% of Ontario is Crown land. Hunting is generally permitted on general-use parcels with a valid licence — No permission needed to hunt on general-use Crown land with a valid licence. Confirm the exact polygon before you hunt.

Crown Land (General Use)(huntable)

Huntable Public Land(huntable)

Patent Crown Land(huntable)

Enhanced Management Areas(huntable)

Federal Land(restricted)

Hunting Restricted Zones(restricted)

Predators

2 species

Bobcat And Lynx

Oct 25 2026 - Feb 28 2027

Residency: Trapping

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Coloured Fox

All Year

Residency: Trapping

Sept 1 2026 - Dec 31 2026

Residency: Resident & Non-ResidentDaily Limit: No LimitPossession: No Limit

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Skunk

All Year

Residency: Trapping

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Data last updated: August 6, 2026

WMU 51Crown Land, Seasons & Regulations

Crown Land in WMU 51

Predators

Bobcat And Lynx

Coloured Fox

Small Game

Beaver

Mink

Muskrat

Fisher And Martin

Otter

Red Squirrel And Weasel

Opossum and Raccoon

Porcupine

Porcupine

Porcupine

Skunk

Related Information

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