Capture Live Wildlife for Falconry and Zoos
Capture Live Wildlife for Falconry and Zoos
This application allows you to capture live wildlife for Falconry and zoos. See section 2(h) of the Wildlife Act – Permit Regulation.
Note: When applying under section 2(h), applicants must also indicate that they require a permit under section 2(j) if they intend to possess a wild Falcon for Falconry purposes. (See Possess Live Wildlife for Falconry activity guidance for more information).
The permit holder must comply with all laws applicable to the activities carried out under this permit. Applicants should be aware of and follow the conditions indicated on their permit, should their permit application be approved.
Contents:
- Overview
- Mandatory Authorizations
- Costs
- Eligibility Requirements
- Information Requirements
- Related Links
- Other Things you Should Know
About this Activity Guide
This guide summarizes the most common requirements and recommendations for your chosen activity and is designed to help you submit a complete application. Be aware that this information is for guidance purposes only. Class I and Class II Raptors
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Mandatory Authorizations
Authorization Name | Link to Authorization Guidance | Link to Application |
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Permit under Wildlife Act, Permit Regulation (section 2(h) | Authorization Guidance | Apply Now |
Permit under Wildlife Act, Permit Regulation (section 2(j) - Possess a wild Falcon, if applicable | Authorization Guidance | Apply Now |
Costs
Cost may be a specific value or range of values. The cost includes GST, where applicable.
Cost Type | Cost Description | Cost | Link to Details |
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Permit Fee | Fee paid for a permit issued generally or for the wildlife, purpose or method specified (if any) plus the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation (HCTF) surcharge (if any). |
Pre-Capture Permit Fee $100 + $10 HCTF = $110 Note: Once captured, additional capture fees are applicable based on the species captured. Refer to Schedule 2 of the Wildlife Act Permit Regulations |
Wildlife Act Permit Regulation - Schedule 2 |
Eligibility Requirements
Ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements prior to applying.
Requirement | Description |
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Wildlife | Must be wildlife as defined under the Wildlife Act. |
Class II Raptor Possession | Proof that you have possessed a Class II Raptor for at least 24 months before being eligible to possess a Class I Raptor. (If a person held a possession permit for falconry outside of British Columbia, the person must be able to prove that they have possessed Class II Raptors for a 24 month period. This only applies to wild Class I Raptors; captive-bred raptors are deemed Class II.) |
Age | Applicant must be at least 19 years old, unless a parent or guardian has given written consent to the application. A permit must NOT be issued to an applicant under age 10. |
Residency (if capturing a raptor for the purpose of falconry) |
A permit under section 2(h) for the capture of a raptor for the purposes of falconry may be issued only to a resident as per Section 9(3) of the Wildlife Act Permit Regulations. See the definition of "resident" under the Wildlife Act, Definitions and Interpretations |
Information Requirements
Requirement | Description | Link to Details |
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Information to be provided on General Wildlife Application |
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Permit 2(h) |
Public Safety Plan |
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Public Safety Plan [PDF 103 KB] |
BC Animal Care Form |
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BC Animal Care Form |
Reporting Requirements |
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Location Map |
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Information to be provided on General Wildlife Application | See activity guidance for Possess Live Wildlife used for Falconry, if applicable | Permit 2(j) |
Related Links
Link | Description |
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BC Animal Care Form | |
BC Species and Ecosystem Explorer | |
Schedule A of the Designation and Exemption Regulation of the Wildlife Act | |
Wildlife Act - Permit Regulation | |
Raptor Report Form |
Other Things You Should Know
Archaeology Information
Archaeological
sites are protected under the Heritage Conservation
Act and must not be altered or damaged without a
permit issued by the Archaeology Branch. Information
regarding potential risks to protected archaeological sites
may be obtained by submitting an online data request form to the Archaeology
Branch or by contacting a professional archaeologist via the
BC Association of Professional Archaeologists (www.bcapa.ca) or via local
directories. Visit the Archaeology Branch website for more
information.
BCeID - What Is It and Why Get It?
BCeID is an online service that allows you to create a user
ID and password to sign in securely to many Government
services in British Columbia. The benefits of having a BCeID
account include:
- Stop and start. Save and return later to complete your application without losing any information previously entered.
- Real time status information. Check the status of your application in real time.
- Access your applications for multiple people (Business BCeID only) to edit or submit your application or check its status. To enroll in this service, visit the BCeID web page: FrontCounter BC - BCeID
Consulting with First
Nations
- The Province is committed to reconciliation as part of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People Act.
- The Province is responsible for ensuring adequate and appropriate consultation and accommodation, it may involve the proponent in the procedural aspects of consultation.
Legal
Disclaimer
This guide provides the most
current and accurate information available to the Government
of British Columbia at the time of publishing; however, we
make no warranty regarding the completeness, currency or
accuracy of this information. This information is for
guidance purposes only and does not replace legislated
requirements. Each application is unique and circumstances
may result in additional requirements beyond those included
in this guide.
Last Updated: July 14, 2023