British Columbia Bear Smart

British Columbia’s Bear Smart program is a community-led initiative aimed at preventing conflicts between humans and bears by promoting responsible waste management and outdoor practices. It encourages residents and visitors to secure attractants like garbage, compost, and food sources to reduce bear attractants, thereby minimizing dangerous encounters. The program also includes education on coexistence strategies and safe wildlife practices, fostering respectful interactions with bears while ensuring public safety and bear conservation. Overall, it aims to create safer communities and healthier bear populations through proactive stewardship and shared responsibility.