How do I deal with wildlife-related public safety issues in Coquitlam?

Your first instinct might be to call the police, however the best people to call in for help dealing with bears, cougars and other wildlife in the most effective, professional and humane way possible is the BC Conservation Officer Service. Contact the service at 1-877-952-7277.

When should you call a conservation officer? If you observe dangerous wildlife in an urban area involved in any of the following, please report the incident to the BC Conservation Officer Service:

• Accessing garbage or other human supplied food sources.
• Instances where wildlife cannot be easily scared off.
• Dangerous wildlife is in a public location like a city park or school during daylight hours.
• When a cougar or wolf is seen in an urban area.

In some instances, conservation officers may contact the police for assistance.

For information about how to prevent or reduce negative or dangerous interactions with bears and other species, visit WildsafeBC.