Summary

• Applications open for the 2026 limited-entry hunting draw
• The draw helps manage hunting opportunities in areas where demand is higher than the number of available hunting opportunities  
• The 2026 limited-entry hunting regulations include updates to some hunting opportunities throughout B.C., including the Peace, Cariboo, Skeena and Kootenay regions
• People have until 11:59 p.m. on June 23, 2026, to apply for the draw

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Hunters can now apply for the 2026 limited-entry hunting draw, which supports sustainable wildlife management and provides hunting opportunities for licensed hunters throughout B.C.

The draw is used in areas where hunter interest is greater than the number of available hunting opportunities. Winners of the draw are issued authorizations that allow them to take part in specific hunting opportunities.

Supporting sustainable hunting opportunities

Every two years, the Province reviews and updates limited-entry hunting regulations to support sustainable wildlife management, uphold Indigenous harvest rights and support to hunting opportunities for licensed hunters in B.C.

The 2026-27 regulations include updates to hunting opportunities for several species throughout the province, including:

• moose hunting in the Peace, Cariboo and Skeena regions
• caribou hunting in part of the Peace region
• mountain sheep in part of the Cariboo region
• mountain goat in parts of the Kootenay and Cariboo regions
• elk in part of the Kootenay region

These changes are informed by updated population information, conservation considerations, crowding concerns, public and stakeholder feedback, and consultation with First Nations.

How to apply

Hunters can apply for the 2026 draw through the Wildlife Information and Licensing Data (WILD) system.

To apply, hunters must:

• be a B.C. resident
• have a valid fish and wildlife ID (FWID)
• submit an application by 11:59 p.m. on June 23, 2026

Hunters with overdue mandatory hunter reports or permit to accompany reports cannot apply for the draw until those reports are submitted.

Draw application fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Refunds will not be issued if hunters apply for the wrong limited-entry hunts. People are encouraged to make sure all their information is correct and read the 2026-27 limited-entry hunting regulations synopsis to understand the rules for the area where they plan to hunt before submitting an application.

All applicants can check their results by logging into WILD, or by visiting FrontCounter BC, Service BC or a participating vendor. Draw winners with an email address in their FWID profile will also be notified by email. Results are not mailed to applicants.

Successful applicants will receive their authorization at no additional cost, but must still buy a hunting licence and the appropriate species licence before hunting.

The limited-entry hunting draw supports B.C.’s long-term work to sustain healthy wildlife populations, while maintaining economic and recreational opportunities throughout the province.

Quick Facts:

• Limited-entry hunting draws are random.
• The previous year's odds are published beside each hunt to give an indication of the likelihood of a successful application, but this is not a guarantee of success.
• Successful applicants have reduced chances in subsequent draws in order to improve the chances of applicants who have been unsuccessful.

Learn More:

• To read the 2026-27 limited-entry-hunting regulations synopsis, visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/sports-recreation-arts-and-culture/outdoor-recreation/fishing-and-hunting/hunting/limited-entry-hunting/leh-regulations-synopsis.pdf
• To apply for the draw through WILD, visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/sports-culture/recreation/fishing-hunting/wild-system/wild-login
• For more information about limited-entry hunting, visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/sports-culture/recreation/fishing-hunting/hunting/limited-entry-hunting