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 20O?

WMU 20O in Quebec currently has open seasons for: Woodcock, Snipe, Eiders, Snow Geese, Cackling Geese and 4 more species. Check specific season dates and regulations before hunting.

What are the hunting regulations for WMU 20O?

WMU 20O in Quebec 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 Quebec's official wildlife authority before hunting.

Is deer hunting open in WMU 20O?

Deer hunting is currently closed in WMU 20O. Check back closer to deer season for updated dates and regulations.

WMU 20O Quebec — Crown Land, Seasons & Regulations 2026

Crown Land in WMU 20O

92% of Quebec is Crown land. Hunting is generally permitted on general-use parcels with a valid licence — General public land is open to hunting with a valid licence. Confirm the exact polygon before you hunt.

Public Land (Terres Publiques)(huntable)

ZECs (Controlled Zones)(huntable)

Outfitter Territories(huntable)

Wildlife Reserves(huntable)

Big Game

1 species

White-Tailed Deer

Antlered (7cm Or More)Firearms, crossbow & bow

CLOSED

Closed

Small Game

4 species

House Sparrow, Common Grackle, Brown Headed Owbird

Firearms,airguns, Crossbow & Bow

July 1 2025 - Apr 30 2026

Daily Limit: No LimitPossession: No Limit

Closed

Woodcock

(District B)

Sept 5 2026 - Dec 19 2026

Daily Limit: 8Possession: 24

Open

Rock & Willow Ptarmigan

Firearms,airguns, Crossbow & Bow

Sept 20 2025 - Apr 30 2026

Daily Limit: 10Possession: 30

Closed

Red-Winged Blackbird, American Crow, European Starling

Firearms,airguns, Crossbow & Bow

July 1 2025 - Apr 30 2026

(District B)

Sept 12 2026 - Dec 26 2026

Daily Limit: 6Possession: 18

Open

Data last updated: September 6, 2026

WMU 20OCrown Land, Seasons & Regulations

Crown Land in WMU 20O

Big Game

White-Tailed Deer

Small Game

House Sparrow, Common Grackle, Brown Headed Owbird

Woodcock

Rock & Willow Ptarmigan

Red-Winged Blackbird, American Crow, European Starling

Waterfowl

Snipe

Eiders

Eiders

Eiders

Eiders

Snow Geese

Cackling Geese

Cackling Geese

Geese

East Cottontail, Artic Hare, Snowshoe Hare

East Cottontail, Artic Hare, Snowshoe Hare

Canada Geese

Canada Geese

Long-Tailed Ducks

Long-Tailed Ducks

Long-Tailed Ducks

Long-Tailed Ducks

Ducks

What Can I Hunt in WMU 20O?

Small Game

Waterfowl

Related Information

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