The BC Conservation Officer Service (COS) this afternoon reported that five hikers and rock climbers were charged this week for not complying with the public…
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Cougar sightings in Forest Crowne area
Kimberley RCMP reports it has been advised by BC Conservation Officer Service that there have been multiple sightings of a cougar in the Forest Crowne…
Reflecting on the killing of a grizzly bear
Lessons in wildlife management and community engagement By Mark Hall Op-Ed Commentary The recent loss of a well-known grizzly bear on Texada Island has thrust…
Creston grizzly attack ruled defensive in nature
The BC Conservation Officer Service (BCCOS) investigation has determined that a grizzly bear attack near West Creston that left a man with significant injuries was…
Biking couple attacked by two grizzly bears
On July 26 at approximately 4:50 p.m., Creston RCMP along with BC EHS and BC Conservation Officer Service responded to the West Creston Wildlife Park…
Locals fined for poaching
A man and woman from Wasa recently received a combined $6,000 penalty and hunting bans in connection with poaching a Mule deer near Cranbrook, the…
East Kootenay COs seek info on dog and owners
The BC Conservation Officer Service (BCCOS) is looking to identify a dog’s whereabouts, owner information, or address regarding an incident on December 31 ,2023. The…
First responders team up for grad volleyball game
Kootenay River Secondary School turned into a volleyball haven on Wednesday, December 6. The Sr. Boys and Girls volleyball teams challenged the local first responders…
Fine and 10-year hunting ban handed to valley resident
BC Conservation Officer Service (COS) today reported an Elk Valley resident has received a $15,152 penalty and 10-year hunting ban for shooting and killing a…
Grizzly relocated after miniature horses killed
The BC Conservation Officer Service (BCCOS) reports a potential problem grizzly bear was recently safely relocated to a wilderness area outside of Invermere. The COS…