May 19, 2010

There have been numerous bear reports in the Sunset, Timbertop, Bayview and Oceanview areas.  This fairly large bear with a healthy coat has so far limited his activity to wild areas, including the forested area next to the school. 

If Village residents are not careful to secure their garbage, birdseed and other food sources then bears will access the unnatural food and become a problem.   Our bear-friendly bylaw prohibits the placement of garbage kerbside prior to pick up morning or storing fridges/freezers outside.

Please report bear sightings to the Village office and bear conflicts to the 24/7 line at 1-877-952-7277.  If you encounter a bear do not run but speak confidently and back slowly away.

Bear Smart will be participating in the June 5th Green show.  Please stop by to check out bear-resistant bins, Bear Smart composting and fill out the Bear Smart quiz to win a prize.