Turn in Poachers and Polluters (TIPP)

Posted on October 5, 2026 by Ryan Dahlman

Turn in Poachers and Polluters

Contact TIPP to report potential fishing, wildlife and environmental resource violations.

Anyone is eligible to report.

All calls and submissions are kept confidential; you do not have to give your name.

Tips that lead to a conviction may be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000.

1. What Should Be Reported to TIPP

The public is encouraged to report any suspicious or suspected activity, including:

fish or wildlife trafficking;

fish being caught in closed spawning areas, with illegal nets, fish traps or snares;

wasted game;

forestry violations;

burning of copper wire;

unauthorized removal of aquatic plants or beach construction that may destroy fisheries habitat;

hunting in closed areas;

fish being sold by commercial fishermen without valid licences;

dumping toxic materials on either land or water;

hunting at night with lights;

illegal outfitting;

unsafe hunting or fishing practices; and

dumping of tires.

If possible, provide the following information:

licence plate of the suspect’s vehicle/boat;

date, time and location of the potential offence;

whether the offence is ongoing;

description of the violation;

description of the violators;

vehicle/boat description; and

photos or videos of the offence or potential offender(s).

All TIPP reports are reviewed by a conservation officer. If a report requires action, officers will follow up in a timely and appropriate manner.

Find your nearest Ministry Field Office

To serve clients better, the Ministry of Environment has 13 field office locations that offer full counter service.

2. Filing a TIPP Report

Suspicious activity can be reported three ways:

Toll-free – 1-800-667-7561

Online

All calls and submissions are confidential, and the information you provide will not be used in a way that will disclose your identity.

The TIPP phone number is not an emergency response number. If your call is a matter of public safety or an emergency, call 911 or the police.