Conservative Hunting and Angling Caucus

09/25/2026

Licensed hunters should not be blocked from accessing Crown land.

Conservatives will stand up for your lawful access to public lands and for hunters who follow the rules.

07/10/2026

Attention Anglers!

The Conservative Hunting and Angling Caucus’ Annual Summer Fishing contest is back, and whether you’re fishing from the shore, a boat, or your favourite backcountry lake, we want to see your best catch!

Contest Submission Deadline: October 12, 2026

How to enter:

1. Request a custom fishing lure from one of the participating MP’s listed below and email their office with “Fishing Contest” in the subject line.
2. Catch a fish using the lure and snap a photo with the lure still attached, making sure the MP’s name is visible.
3. Email your photo to [email protected] along with your name, province, age, and a story about your catch.
Our panel of judges will select the top entries for prizes, including 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, as well as a Youth Prize.

Participating MP’s:

- Blaine Calkins ([email protected])
- Cliff Small ([email protected])
- Jim Bélanger ([email protected])
- Dave Epp ([email protected])
- William Stevenson ([email protected])
- Bob Zimmer ([email protected])
- Rosemarie Falk ([email protected])
- Mike Dawson ([email protected])
- Lianne Rood ([email protected])
- Scott Anderson ([email protected])
- Adam Chambers ([email protected])
- Jason Groleau ([email protected])
- Dan Mazier ([email protected])
- Laila Goodridge ([email protected])
- Mel Arnold ([email protected])
- Alex Ruff ([email protected])
- Michael Barrett ([email protected])
- Arnold Viersen ([email protected])
- Jeff Kibble ([email protected])
- John Barlow ([email protected])
- Cathay Wagantall ([email protected])
- David Bexte ([email protected])
- Cheryl Gallant ([email protected])
- Tamara Kronis ([email protected])
- Jonathan Rowe ([email protected])

07/08/2026

Canada’s hunters, anglers, trappers, outfitters, and conservation partners have been among our country’s greatest stewards of the land for generations.

They deserve a seat at the table and not be locked out of the very places they’ve helped protect.

We need science over ideology, consultation over bureaucracy, and conservation that works with Canadians, not against them.

Read my article on why access matters at the link below.

https://blainefcalkins.substack.com/p/conservative-conservation-over-liberal

06/27/2026

Happy Canadian National Fishing Week!

Here’s a photo I’d like to share from a memorable day on the water.

Did you know that more Canadians go fishing than play golf and hockey combined?

Anglers don’t just go out on the water and take, they also give back by volunteering at hatcheries, fish rescues, stream and riverbank cleanup, and doing whatever is necessary to ensure an abundance of healthy fish populations, now and for generations to come.

As we celebrate Canada’s proud fishing heritage and the anglers who enjoy and help conserve them, I hope you have the opportunity to get outside, spend some time on a beautiful lake or river, and make a few great memories of your own.

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

Congratulations to Sturgeon Slayers on what appears to be a new world-record white sturgeon from the Fraser River.

An incredible achievement and a reminder of the world-class fishing opportunities we have right here in Canada.

Well done to the entire team on an unforgettable day on the water!

06/08/2026

Canada’s outdoors community came together in Ottawa last week to share their valuable insights with the Conservative Hunting and Angling Caucus.

From conservation and land access to fi****ms and wildlife management, the discussions reinforced the importance of ensuring the voices of hunters, anglers, trappers, outfitters, and conservationists are heard in Ottawa.

Read more about the week’s events and discussions at the link below.

https://open.substack.com/pub/blainefcalkins/p/a-wild-game-weekend?r=7bgl15&utm_medium=ios

06/08/2026

06/05/2026

The Conservative Hunting and Angling Caucus’ Outdoors Industry Symposium, Panel, and Wild Game Garden Party was a great success!

Thank you to everyone from Canada’s outdoors community who joined us and shared their valuable insights with our caucus.

Together, we’re ensuring that the voices of hunters, anglers, trappers, outfitters, and conservationists continue to be heard in Ottawa.

05/07/2026

Why should you care about the Seal River Watershed Proposal in Manitoba?

Have a read ⬇️

Why should Manitobans care about the Seal River Watershed proposal?
Because it’s not just about the north. It’s about the future of land access across Manitoba.

The proposal would impact nearly 50,000km2 that could change how land is managed, who makes decisions, and what activities are allowed, including licensed hunting and outfitting.

Hunting and angling tourism contribute $1.5 billion annually to Manitoba’s economy. Supporting jobs, communities, and conservation. This proposal puts those contributions into question.

Most importantly, this is the first IPCA of its kind in Manitoba. It will set the precedent for future protected areas across the province, including several in central and southern regions. The MLOA is encouraging folks to consider reviewing this proposal as if it were your favorite outdoor space in question.

Read more in the Winnipeg Sun article to understand what is at stake.

The Alliance, provincial, and federal governments have been working on this proposal since 2021, but we get 45 (now 27) days to try alerting and educating our industry and the public about a proposal that has the capacity to change the future of land access, outdoor activities and Manitoba tourism for generations to come. How is that reasonable?