Those who commit offences that harm wildlife and fish, including illegal hunting and angling, now face higher fines. Violation ticket fines issued under the Wildlife…
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Invasive species programs tackle tiny invaders
Inspection stations are now open throughout the province to prevent harmful zebra and quagga mussels from hitching a ride on boats and entering B.C. waterways….
Inspect aquariums to prevent spread of invasive mussels
Anyone who has a moss ball in their aquarium is being asked to inspect the plant for invasive zebra mussels now that the highly invasive…
End of season for WildSafeBC Cranbrook – Kimberley
By Danica Roussy The bears are beginning to den up for the winter, as is the WildSafeBC Kimberley – Cranbrook program. Once again, WildSafeBC had…
Camping and ORV use restricted in Koocanusa area
The B.C. government is restricting camping and motorized recreation (including the use of off-road vehicles) throughout the entire Koocanusa Recreation Strategy area this spring and…
Golden COs hand out a number of charges
Golden area BC Conservation Officers (COs) have been busy over the past week, with compliance verifications resulting in several charges under the Wildlife Act and…
Sparwood Council Facts
The following is a synopsis of what occurred during the April 3 District of Sparwood council meeting. DELEGATIONS Access Management Compliance and Enforcement Program (AMCEP)…
Notes from City Hall
Be Bear Smart Bears are in search of food before going into hibernation. Some simple steps to follow to help avoid a run-in with bears:…
Please report wildlife issues to province: City
City of Cranbrook residents are reminded that if you see or have issues with any wildlife, please call the Provincial RAPP line to report it…
Help keep these grizzly bears wild
WildSafeBC Elk Valley is imploring the public to help keep this pair of grizzly bears, seen near Welcome to Sparwood sign on Highway 3, alive…