Bear Sightings in Minden Hills

The Township of Minden Hills has been advised that bear sightings near residential areas are continuing.

If you see a bear roaming / inspecting garbage near residential areas, please call the toll-free Bear Wise reporting line at 1-866-514-2327 or TTY at 705-945-7641. In case of emergency, call 911 or your local police if a bear poses an immediate threat to personal safety and exhibits threatening or aggressive behaviour.

The Ministry of Natural Resources has information on how to prevent and report encounters with black bears and learn who to contact for more information: Bear Wise - Ministry of Natural Resources.