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Ron James Rants On Canada's Restrictive Fishing Rules

Ron James: Wanna Go Fishing In Canada? Not So Fast
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It wasn't so long ago that Canadians could head out on the lake in their decades-old dinghy, have a beer or two and go fishing. Not anymore, at least according to Canadian comedian Ron James.

In the next episode of "The Ron James Show," James talks about Canada's restrictive 'Rules' about everything, but most notably, our seemingly endless fishing regulations.

"Do you have a licence? A fishing permit? A boating permit? What lake are you going to be fishing at? What fish are you fishing? How many can you keep?" quips James.

It really makes you wish for a simpler time and place, doesn't it? You can check out the next episode, when James goes over all the tight rules we're forced to endure, in the show's new Wednesday night timeslot.

*NOTE: "The Ron James Show" has moved to Wednesday nights at 8:30 p.m. on CBC. It will no longer air on Monday nights.

For more on Ron James, go to CBC, visit his Facebook page or follow him on Twitter.

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"Flashpoint" Takes A Bow(02 of12)
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"Flashpoint" wrapped up its fifth and final season in December. The creators of the popular cop show wanted to go out on a high note instead of endlessly milking it for all it's worth. Even the most disappointed fans can appreciate the commitment to creative integrity. (credit:CTV)
Canada Got Its Own "Bachelor"(03 of12)
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After years of loyally watching American beefcakes dole out roses to groups of amorous women vying for their attention, Canadians finally got their own Bachelor this year in the form of former CFL star Brad Smith, of Hudson, Quebec. He, of course, wound up offering the final rose to Mississauga nurse Bianka. Awww. (credit:Slice)
"Continuum" Racks Up Numbers(04 of12)
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"Degrassi" Pushes Boundaries(06 of12)
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