Ban aims to reduce risk of aquatic invasive species and fish diseases. Frogs, nightcrawlers and frozen bait still allowed.

Any experienced angler knows that the best bait is fresh bait. As good as your favorite bait, it cannot be compared to the real thing. Think about it: which you would rather have — a real juicy burger ...

Jan. 18—WINNIPEG — The province of Manitoba is banning the harvest and use of live baitfish and leeches for angling beginning April 1, 2027, the start of the province's 2027 license year.