Canada's Bear Safety Network
Bear Sightings Across Canada
Track and share bear sightings to keep hikers and communities safe.
11,890 bear incidents tracked
11,890
Total Sightings
6
Provinces Active
2
Bear Species
18
Avg / Day (30d)
Recent Sightings
Latest reports from across Canada
Explore by Province
30-day incident risk levels by region
British Columbia
3 incidents (30d)
Alberta
0 incidents (30d)
Saskatchewan
0 incidents (30d)
Manitoba
18 incidents (30d)
Ontario
4 incidents (30d)
Quebec
2 incidents (30d)
New Brunswick
0 incidents (30d)
Nova Scotia
1 incidents (30d)
Newfoundland
0 incidents (30d)
Northwest Territories
0 incidents (30d)
Yukon
12 incidents (30d)
Nunavut
0 incidents (30d)
Bear Safety Essentials
Know before you go
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Always Carry Bear Spray
Bear spray is your most effective deterrent. Keep it accessible at all times on the trail.
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Make Noise While Hiking
Talk, clap, or use a bear bell. Most encounters happen when bears are surprised.
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Secure Your Campsite
Store all food and scented items in a bear canister or hang it at least 4m high and 1m out from the trunk.
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Stay Safe in Bear Country
Always carry bear spray when hiking or camping in bear country. It is your most effective defense.