Watercraft inspections, lake monitoring keep invasive mussels at bay in 2025 In 2025, B.C. worked with partners to stop invasive mussels from being introduced into…
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Grizzly conflicts bound to keep rising: BCWF
Submitted by B.C. Wildlife Federation Recent attacks by grizzly bears are a reminder that we are increasingly in conflict with these giant predators. Grizzlies are the animal most…
Tangled deer freed by officers
The B.C. Conservation Officer Service, with the assistance of the District of Elkford’s Bylaw Officer, responded to concerns reported about a deer that had wire…
Bear attack leads to coordinated response
On May 16, at approximately 3 p.m., Elk Valley Regional RCMP responded to a report of a bear attack just south of Elkford on a…
Cranbrook-born Conservation Officer honoured
Born in Cranbrook and growing up on Vancouver Island, Drew Milne explored the great outdoors whenever he got the chance. Whether hiking, biking, camping or…
Invasive mussels successfully held at bay
Support for the Invasive Mussel Defence Program keeps B.C. waters healthy The best offense is a good defence when it comes to invasive species, because…
Provincial contacts list for urban deer complaints
Each year during fawning season, reports of protective and aggressive deer increase. City of Kimberley council is disappointed by the lack of provincial support to…
Live trap set for aggressive bear in Max Turyk area
City of Fernie Bylaw Services is working with the B.C. Conservation Officer Service and WildSafeBC Elk Valley to respond to an aggressive bear in the…
Fernie trail closed after grizzly attacks dog
The City of Fernie reports that Cemetery Bypass trail is closed following a grizzly bear attack on a dog on ‘What’s Up Doc’ trail. At…
Columbia Valley RCMP Report
By Sgt. Darren Kakuno This past week, April 11 through 17, Columbia Valley RCMP responded to 50 calls for service. The following is a summary…