The variance of environments also means that Canada is a paradise to the angler. Both coasts of Canada boast several opportunities for saltwater fishing, which includes incredible numbers of salmon. Canada's Pacific coast in particular is known for its salmon fishing, with five species native to the area, including the chinook, or king salmon, which may grow to over 130 pounds. These species make for great prizes not only in the ocean but also in freshwater when they go to spawn.

Anglers can also try for one of the most difficult species to catch on a fly in the streams of British Columbia that run steelhead. In the north, with the exception of the far west, northern pike are in abundance. The Fraser river in British Columbia is home to one of the most unique fishing experiences in the world, where outfitters take clients out to catch and release the incredible sturgeon that inhabit the river. Several species of trout can be found in the rivers and lakes across Canada, and the east is also home to species of bass and perch.