Grizzly Bear Notice: Shared on behalf of the Conservation Officer Service 

The Conservation Officer Service (COS) has received an update regarding the location of the Grizzly Bear from the Whistler area in fall 2023 that the bear has emerged from hibernation and is currently on the western outskirts of Whistler.

This is a timely reminder to residents and visitors that Whistler is a dog on-leash community, and all pets must be leashed when walking, unless in a designated dog park. Keeping pets leashed and under control can help to avoid conflicts between people, pets and wildlife.

Ensuring garbage is disposed of correctly, cleaning BBQs properly and taking down bird seed and hummingbird feeders can help to keep bears away from homes and residential areas.

If you encounter a bear, give the bear space, speak in a calm, firm voice and back away slowly from the area. Check around you to ensure there are no other bears, cubs or a food source the bear may be trying to access. If you do find yourself between a bear and cubs or a food source, move calmly and quietly to the side to create space between yourself, the bear, cubs or food. Remaining calm and not making loud noise shows the bear that you are not a threat to them and want to leave the area.

Please report any conflicts with grizzly bears to the COS on: 1-877-952-7277. 

For more information please visit: whistler.ca/bears.