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Texada Island Residents Rally for Grizzly Bear's Safety

6/12/2025

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Texada Island residents are on high alert after a grizzly bear was sighted nearby. During a regional board meeting, director Sandy McCormick rallied community support for the bear, dispelling rumors of harm. Conservation officers are actively monitoring the situation, with many pushing for a humane relocation rather than resorting to lethal options.

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Texada Island residents are on high alert after a grizzly bear was sighted nearby. During a regional board meeting, director Sandy McCormick rallied community support for the bear, dispelling rumors of harm. Conservation officers are actively monitoring the situation, with many pushing for a humane relocation rather than resorting to lethal options.