Wildlife Safety and Ethics

Be aware that we share the backcountry with many wild animals that can sometimes be dangerous. Wildlife safety awareness will help protect you and your family and our wildlife too.

The following information has been developed by the Ministry of the Environment to inform you about wildlife and aquatic life in BC.

Wildlife in BC:

• Information about wildlife in BC, such as bears, cougars, caribou, elk, deer, moose, mountain goat and sheep, raccoons, etc
• Species at Risk
• Viewing
• Bear Smart Information
• Safety
• Wolf Safety Information
• Cougar Safety Information
• Cougar Smart – PowerPoint presentation by Ministry of Environment

Aquatic Life:

• BC Fisheries
• Eurasian Watermilfoil in BC
• Guidelines for Watching Marine Wildlife - poster (pdf format)

Click here for more safety information.

If you encounter an aggressive wild animal, report it by calling the Conservation Officer Service 24-hour hotline toll free at 1-877-952-7277 (RAPP) or #7277 on the Telus Mobility Network.

Also, please remember to be respectful of other wildlife species and plant communities in the backcountry.