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Human-bear conflict management plan

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As more people work in bear habitat, the potential for human-bear interactions increases. Preventing conflicts is a priority in Alberta. This resource outlines practices required for work camps... More ≫

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As more people work in bear habitat, the potential for human-bear interactions increases. Preventing conflicts is a priority in Alberta. This resource outlines practices required for work camps establishing or operating in bear country during the bear season. Implementation of these practices will enhance the safety of all affected workers and improve the management and conservation of black and grizzly bears in Alberta by reducing human-bear conflicts.

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Black bear response guide [2019]

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This guide provides a standard approach in deciding black bear management responses. It is a resource for government staff who must act in situations of conflict where clear, concise and... More ≫

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This guide provides a standard approach in deciding black bear management responses. It is a resource for government staff who must act in situations of conflict where clear, concise and consistent direction is needed. The guide supports the province’s Black Bear Management Plan (2016) and is the result of collaboration among biologists, enforcement officers, and problem wildlife specialists. Except in national parks, this guide will apply to specific events involving black bears throughout the province, including lands within provincial parks and protected areas. The guide is reviewed annually and revised as required.

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Alberta orphan black bear cub rehabilitation protocol

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This protocol addresses the rehabilitation of orphan black bear cubs and is for use by those wildlife rehabilitation facilities with valid permits under the Wildlife Regulation.

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Grizzly bear response guide [2016]

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This guide provides a standard approach in deciding grizzly bear management responses. It is a resource for government staff who must act in situations of conflict where clear, concise and... More ≫

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This guide provides a standard approach in deciding grizzly bear management responses. It is a resource for government staff who must act in situations of conflict where clear, concise and consistent direction is needed. The guide harmonizes with the province's Grizzly Bear Recovery Plan and is the result of collaboration among biologists, Fish and Wildlife officers and problem wildlife specialists. Except in national parks, this guide will apply to specific events involving grizzly bears throughout the province, including lands within provincial parks and protected areas. This guide will be reviewed annually and revised as required. This guide also shows Albertans how bear/human conflicts will be handled. Staff will use the guide as a reference to communicate with stakeholders and the public about managing problem grizzly bears and to promote public and community support for grizzly bear conservation.

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Management plan for black bears in Alberta [2016]

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This plan outlines goals, objectives and management strategies for the future conservation and use of black bears in Alberta. It also reviews the biology of black bears, as well as their history... More ≫

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This plan outlines goals, objectives and management strategies for the future conservation and use of black bears in Alberta. It also reviews the biology of black bears, as well as their history and management in Alberta.

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