Do you live in Coquitlam? If so, you may face an increase in fines if you are irresponsible with how you dispose of your garbage!
Within the last ten days, the Conservation Service officials have killed four bears who were seeking easily accessible garbage in residential areas in Coquitlam. In the past, the bears were found on Westwood Plateau. The four bears that were found recently were found on the Burke Mountain area, the area that includes Minnekhada and the focus of the development for the future of Coquitlam.
If a bear was found in your garbage when the bear is shot, you will currently be issued a $500 fine. Mayor Richard Stewart is proposing a $5,000 to $10,000 fine.
The current bylaws state that disposable contents for pickup may only be placed on the curb between 530am and 730pm near “Identified Bear Activity Area.”
If you find a bear roaming the streets, please contact the Report All Proachers and Polluters hotline at 1–877-952‑7277.
Photo Credit: emples on Flickr
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