Conservation Officer Service
1610 Mt Seymour Road North Vancouver, BC, Canada

FAWN FREED A fawn that found itself wedged between the bars of a fence in north #Nanaimo had some help to wiggle free from Conservation Officers and a Wildlife Safety Response Officer. It walked away shortly after. It’s not uncommon for fawns and deer to find themselves tangled up in objects, such as fencing or netting. Please call the #RAPP line if you spot a trapped deer.

Two individuals face charges in connection with allegedly feeding black bears in #Whistler. In July 2018, the #BCCOS launched an investigation after receiving an anonymous complaint to the #RAPP line that residents of the Kadenwood neighbourhood in Whistler were deliberately feeding bears. The suspects allegedly purchased large quantities of apples, carrots, pears, eggs and almonds to leave out for the animals. In June 2020, charges were approved by the BC Prosecution Service..., and a warrant was issued for both individuals. On August 16th, one of the individuals returned to Canada and was detained by the Canada Border Services Agency at the Vancouver Airport. Charges include intentionally feeding dangerous wildlife and attracting dangerous wildlife. A court appearance is scheduled for Nov. 18th in North Vancouver. See more

A #Fernie man pleaded guilty in #Terrace Provincial Court on September 10, 2020 to multiple Wildlife Act violations. Convictions of obstructing officers and possessing a carcass without parts attached resulted in a sentence of a $7,000 fine, a 2 year hunting suspension and a caribou and moose forfeited to the Crown. The investigation started on September 17, 2019, when Conservation Officers, along with the RCMP Air Service, conducted hunter checks of remote fly-in lakes nor...thwest of #DeaseLake During one of the checks, officers became suspicious of a bull caribou and a bull moose killed by one of the hunters in a camp. The subsequent investigation by Conservation Officers in #Atlin, Dease Lake and Fernie, determined that both animals were illegally killed. Officers were deliberately hindered during the investigation by the hunter. The majority of the $7,000 fine - $6,500 - was ordered to be paid to the Habitat Conservation Trust Fund. The #BCCOS appreciates the support of the RCMP and its Air Service Branch. See more

GB Attack Update The Conservation Officer Service Predator Attack Team has determined the Grizzly Bear reacted defensively, and no further action will be taken at this time. The PAT flew into the remote site near #Pemberton, via helicopter, as part of the investigation. The 36-year-old man had been hiking slightly ahead of the group when he spotted a bear cub and was suddenly attacked by a sow grizzly. The grizzly bit his leg and hand. ... The victim suffered non-life threatening injuries but is expected to undergo surgery. With dense brush and heavy berry bushes along the North Creek Trail, the COS is warning the public to avoid the area at this time. Signage has been posted at the trailhead. The attack took place near the North Creek Cabin, which the BC Mountaineering Club has voluntarily closed for the reminder of the fall season. The COS strongly urges anyone venturing into the backcountry to take precautions in case of wildlife encounters. Travel in groups, make noise, be aware of your surroundings and carry bear spray. For more tips, visit WildSafeBC See more

The GB attack occurred near the North Creek Cabin along the North Creek Trail near #Pemberton The #BCCOS is asking the public to avoid this area. When in bear country, remember to make noise, be vigilant, travel in groups & carry bear spray. For more tips: WildSafeBC