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B.C. First Nation mourns death of Texada grizzly, wants better wildlife coordination

The shíshálh Nation has expressed sorrow over the death of a grizzly bear, known as “mayukw,” recently found on spilḵsen ...

‘Please only take what you need’: ONA warns of low sockeye returns, asks fishers to limit catch

The fisheries department of the Okanagan Nation Alliance (ONA) is warning the community of a limited harvesting season of ...

shíshálh Nation mourns death of Grizzly Bear on Texada Island, calls for better wildlife coordination

The shíshálh Nation has expressed sorrow over the death of a grizzly bear, known as “mayukw,” recently found on spilḵsen (Texada Island).

Comment: Death of Texada Island grizzly teaches lesson in wildlife management

The incident appears to underscore a significant ­disconnect between those living with grizzly bears and external ...
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‘The public was not aware’: Texada bear advocates frustrated with lack of transparency

A day before "Tex" the grizzly bear was found dead on Texada Island, a plan to trap and relocate him was already in motion.

Logistics delayed secret plan to trap grizzly; residents say they wish they knew about it

Erik Blaney of Shishálh First Nation says it took several days to secure the right bear trap, while keeping the plan quiet. Residents say the bear might still be alive if they knew about the plan.