The City advises residents to take all preventative measures to deter bears and other wildlife from looking for food on their property. Through education, and being proactive, residents can do their part to reduce human-wildlife conflicts.
Prevention Tips
- Secure garbage in the garage or shed until the morning of collection
- Do not feed wildlife and refrain from using bird feeders
- Freeze organic waste to prevent it from smelling
- Clean BBQ after every use
- Feed pets indoors