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 are the hunting regulations for WMU R01-02?

WMU R01-02 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 R01-02?

Deer hunting is currently closed in WMU R01-02. Check back closer to deer season for updated dates and regulations.

Quebec

WMU R01-02Crown Land, Seasons & Regulations

1 Open Season2026-2027 Season

Crown Land in WMU R01-02

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

Moose

Antlered (10 Cm Or More)Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

Sept 8 2026 - Nov 11 2026

Open

Predators

1 species

Black Bear

Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

May 15 2026 - June 30 2026

Closed

Small Game

1 species

Ruffed & Spruce Grouse

Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

Nov 12 2026 - Nov 15 2026

Daily Limit: 5Possession: 15

Check dates

Waterfowl

3 species

Snowshoe Hare

Firearms, Crossbow & Bow

Nov 12 2026 - Nov 15 2026

Daily Limit: No LimitPossession: No Limit

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Snowshoe Hare

Snare

Nov 12 2026 - Mar 31 2027

Daily Limit: No LimitPossession: No Limit

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Snowshoe Hare

Snare

Nov 6 2025 - Mar 31 2026

Daily Limit: No LimitPossession: No Limit

Closed

Data last updated: September 6, 2026

What Can I Hunt in WMU R01-02?

WMU R01-02 in Quebec currently has 1 open hunting season for the 2026-2027 hunting year. Here's a quick overview of what you can hunt right now:

Big Game

Moose

Season dates, bag limits, and weapon restrictions vary by species. Always check the detailed regulations above and verify with Quebec's official wildlife authority before hunting.

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Disclaimer: Regulations can change. Always verify with Quebec's official wildlife authority and review the current hunting regulations before hunting.