Buy Your Fishing Licences Online! By federal law each angler must have in their possession a Tidal Waters Sport Fishing Licence to fish for any species of finfish or shellfish in British Columbia's tidal (salt) waters. Salmon fishers must also purchase a Salmon Conservation Stamp. The National Recreational Licensing System is online only. Purchase your licences directly from the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) at     recfish-pechesportive.dfo-mpo.gc.ca All you need is a valid credit card, computer and printer. Once you create your account, your information will be stored and subsequent licences and stamps are easily purchased. Remember to print your licence once you've paid for it - and bring it with you. DFO's Annual Tidal Waters Sport Fishing Licencing Year and Salmon Conservation Stamps  are valid from April 1st until March 31st.