Did you defect?

Regarding the permits you misunderstood - very few permits are issued because very few people apply or pay the camping fees.  You still must check in with the MNR, Ontario Parks and pay for use.  When we went a few years ago we were told that WCPP, while larger than Quetico, has less than 1/3 of the visitors.  Don't get me wrong; it's a beautiful place - Getting there sucks though.  IMO, I would reccommend Wabakimi if you want to go farther north.  Haven't been there yet but we will get there soon enough.