Harvest Letter of Permission

If you plan on harvesting within Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, you must get a written harvest letter from Chief R. Donald Maracle, which is issued duirng a regular meeting of Tyendinaga Mohawk Council. These meetings are held twice a month. The letter must include:

(1) Your name and status number;
(2) Your address and First Nation;
(3) The species and quantity of fish or game authorized;
(4) The geographical area where permission is granted;
(5) The timeframe in which it may be harvested;

You must carry the letter and your valid status card with you and produce it, if requested, to a Conservation Officer.

To request a Harvesting Letter, click the orange button above ↑

To submit your application form, or if you have any questions or concerns, please contact Steven Lindsay-Maracle at research@mbq-tmt.org or 613-396-3424 ext. 115.

‼️IMPORTANT NOTE: Turnaround time may vary based on Tyendinaga Mohawk Council’s meeting schedule. Please give at least one month between when you submit your request and when you plan to harvest.‼️

**please note that you are also required to have a valid Possession and Acquisitions License if you are using a firearm or crossbow**

When applying for hunting, please send a photocopy of both sides of your PAL and your valid status card as part of your application.

When applying for fishing, please send a photocopy of both sides of your valid status card as part of your application.