The BC Conservation Officer Service (BCCOS) had another quiet year in Prince George when dealing with black bears.
In a statistics report released by the province, Prince George saw 4 dispatched black bears, with one euthanized, making it the eight highest in the province.
Last year, the city was the fourth highest with eight black bear deaths.
According to the BCCOS, 2025 saw the lowest number of black bears killed across the province in over a decade with 211, which is a 30.36 per cent difference from 2024 (303).
“While it’s encouraging to see the number of bears dispatched continue downward, we know that many conflicts are preventable.” said BCCOS Chief Cam Schley.
“Officers continue to work collaboratively with and engage communities, organizations and businesses on public education and outreach to help keep people safe, and wildlife wild.”
BCCOS predator statistics were first published online, in 2011.
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