Black bears are waking up hungry.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry and the OPP want to remind you to be cautious, as bears come out of hibernation this spring.
You can prevent bears from visiting your home and neighbourhood, by storing garbage in waste containers with tight fitting lids, putting away bird feeders, cleaning food residue and grease from outdoor barbecues and keeping pet food indoors.
Bears are not necessarily a threat, but it’s important to know who to call if you encounter one. For non emergencies, call the toll free Bear Wise reporting line, 1-866-514-2327, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, until November 30. Call 911 if the bear is posing an immediate threat.
Visit Bear Wise at Ontario.ca to learn more.
