Become a Fishing Buddies Partner

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Retailers, manufacturers, and members of fishing clubs or conservation organizations, you can support the Fishing Buddies program to help ensure the future of fishing in British Columbia.
The fishing industry is a vital economic driver for many of B.C.’s rural communities, and many businesses depend on the growth of the industry.
54% of every fishing licence sold goes directly back to the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC, providing lake stocking and programs to introduce kids, families, at-risk and disabled groups to fishing.

How Can Your Organization Get Involved?

Partners Promise: Promote the program at special events throughout the year, from in-store retail promotions to boat and sport shows, where avid anglers are encouraged to become a “Buddy” and introduce more people to fishing and boating. Many partners provide giveaways, discounts, fishing trips, equipment, educational courses or even a day of fishing with a pro angler or fishing celebrity as incentives.

Rewards Partnerships: Support the program by providing products or merchandise as Fishing Buddies incentives.

Message Partnerships: Promote the program through public service announcements, product literature or in-store flyers in newsletters, magazines, catalogs and employee communications. You can also support the campaign by linking to www.gofishbc.com/fishingbuddies <www.gofishbc.com/fishingbuddies> from your organization’s website.

In Return, The Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC Will:

Place your logo and link on the FFSBC Fishing Buddies Partner website page
Feature your organization in the GoFish, BC! Newsletter and Fishing Buddies public service announcements
Spotlight your contest prize(s) on FFSBC's Fishing Buddies website, and on other marketing collateral materials (where possible)

For more information on becoming a Fishing Buddies Partner, please contact Margot Briggs at 250-414-4207 or margot.briggs@gofishbc.com