Bear found roaming Regina Monday morning euthanized, province says
- Regina police received a call at 4:23 a.m. Monday about a black bear climbing a tree near 1100 Victoria Avenue downtown.
- The bear appeared in a residential area due to natural foraging behavior after hibernation, combined with habitat loss and human food sources.
- Officers tranquilized the approximately 90-kilogram cinnamon-colored bear, transported it northeast of the city to Fort Qu'Appelle before it was euthanized due to complications.
- Residents posted videos and expressed mixed reactions, while the Public Safety Ministry advised keeping distance and noted tranquilizing bears is difficult and sometimes ends with euthanasia.
- The incident highlights ongoing challenges of bears venturing into urban areas, suggesting increased caution and habitat preservation to reduce human-wildlife conflict.
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Bear found in Regina tree euthanized after being moved out of city, province says
REGINA — A black bear spotted Monday morning in a tree in Regina has been euthanized. The Public Safety Ministry, which now oversees conservation officers, said the decision was made because of complications.


Bear roaming Regina streets tranquilized and relocated
Regina Police Service say they first got a call about the bear at 4:23 a.m. on Monday.
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