Anyone who hunts migratory birds needs a migratory license. In Alberta you will also need to purchase a wildlife certificte and a game bird license. These can be purchased at the age of 10. The only exception is Waterfowler Heritage Days
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Waterfowler Heritage Days are intended for young hunters under 18 years of age. These days provide opportunities for young hunters, for a few days before or during hunting seasons, to:
- develop safe hunting habits in a supervised and structured environment
-be guided by adult hunters who serve as mentors and pass on their skills and knowledge
- learn more about wildlife conservation
The following rules are in effect during Waterfowler Heritage Days:
- young hunters can hunt without having a Migratory Game Bird Hunting Permit or Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp
-young hunters must comply with all safety and licensing requirements found in the Firearms Act and provincial hunting regulations
- young hunters must be accompanied by a licensed mentor (who is not a minor)
adults acting as mentors:
-must have a valid Migratory Game Bird Hunting Permit and Canadian Wildlife Habitat Conservation Stamp
-may not hunt or carry a firearm
-may accompany no more than two young hunters
only young hunters are allowed to hunt when Waterfowler Heritage Days fall outside of the regular open seasons
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I would also suggest you read the hunting regs thoroughly and complete your hunters ed training as this topic is covered in both.