Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I register kudos or complaints about the Coquitlam RCMP?
- How do I apply for permits & licenses?
- How do I spot & report criminal or suspicious activity?
- How do I pay fees & fines?
- How do I access Coquitlam RCMP locations & services?
- How do I get fingerprinted, request a police information check or apply for a record suspension?
- How do I deal with unwanted firearms?
- How do I get help with civil law issues?
- How do I access Coquitlam RCMP volunteer & job opportunities?
- How do I deal with lost, found, stolen or seized property?
How do I deal with wildlife-related public safety issues?
How do I deal with wildlife-related public safety issues?
Your first instinct might be to call the police, however the best people to call in for help dealing with bears, cougars and other wildlife in the most effective, professional and humane way possible is the BC Conservation Officer Service. Contact the service at 1-877-952-7277.
When should you call a conservation officer? If you observe dangerous wildlife in an urban area involved in any of the following, please report the incident to the BC Conservation Officer Service:
- Accessing garbage or other human supplied food sources.
- Instances where wildlife cannot be easily scared off.
- Dangerous wildlife is in a public location like a city park or school during daylight hours.
- When a cougar or wolf is seen in an urban area.
In some instances, conservation officers may contact the police for assistance.
For information about how to prevent or reduce negative or dangerous interactions with bears and other species, visit WildsafeBC.
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