I've fished Florida virtually all my life and have always fished by the set rules. The issue with the pressure on the great fresh waters of Florida is due to the population growth the past 20 years which equals more fishermen. In the past, the FWC has always been able to keep up the fishing pressure with their restocking program but like it was stated above budget cuts have affected the FWC. It's almost like the DOT. There is a 20 year lag with a road project. I really think the FWC are smart people and know exactly what they're doing...creating $$ for the fishing industry to name one. A $50 fishing license supports fish camps/lodges, restaurants, bait shops and convenient stores/gas etc. A lot more than $100 per out-of-state license is being spent per trip. One thing I know and it must be remembered, Florida is a tourism state. Always has been and probably always will be.
Fish and be happy! Just my .04
Canada??? Canada??? lol