Turn in Poachers and Polluters (TIPP)
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;
- 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.
2. Filing a TIPP Report
Suspicious activity can be reported three ways:
- Toll-free – 1-800-667-7561
- SaskTel cell – #5555
- Online – see the form below.
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.