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Sask. taxidermy business fined more than $7,000, 144 'wildlife exhibits' seized

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What began as a "straightforward" inspection of a Saskatchewan taxidermy business quickly became a complex investigation – ultimately leading to more than $7,000 in fines.

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Regina Leader-Post

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Sask. taxidermist fined $7K, forfeits 144 wildlife exhibits to Crown

Brandon McCrea of Mossbank was found to be operating a taxidermy business without a licence and possessing wildlife illegally.

3 months ago·Regina, Canada

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Sask. man fined more than $7,000 for running illegal taxidermy business without licence

In February 2023, officers conducting a routine inspection of a Saskatchewan taxidermy business discovered untagged animals and the owner failed to provide a taxidermy license, according to the province.

3 months ago·Canada

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Sask. taxidermy business fined more than $7,000, 144 'wildlife exhibits' seized

What began as a "straightforward" inspection of a Saskatchewan taxidermy business quickly became a complex investigation – ultimately leading to more than $7,000 in fines.

3 months ago·Canada

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Kindersley Social - Local News, Writers, Sports, Events and more

Unlicensed Taxidermy, Illegal Possession of Wildlife Nets More Than $7,000 in Fines - Kindersley Social - Local Update, Sports, Events and more

What should have been a straightforward inspection of a Saskatchewan taxidermy business became a complex investigation, leading to multiple charges, significant fines and dozens of wildlife exhibits being seized. On September 23, 2024, Brandon McCrea of Mossbank pleaded guilty to offences under The Wildlife Act in Moose Jaw Provincial Court, including operating a taxidermy business without a licence and possessing wildlife illegally. McCrea was …

3 months ago

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swiftcurrentonline.com

Sask. business charged & fined for unlicensed taxidermy

A routine inspection of a Saskatchewan taxidermy business in 2023 sparked an investigation that more recently ended in heavy fines, criminal charges, and the seizure of over 140 wildlife exhibits. On September 23, 2024, the owner of Northern Reflections Taxidermy, Brandon McCrea from Mossbank, pleaded guilty to operating a taxidermy business without a licence and possessing wildlife illegally. Assiniboia conservation officers paid a visit to t…

3 months ago

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Government of Saskatchewan

Unlicensed Taxidermy, Illegal Possession of Wildlife Nets More Than $7,000 in Fines

What should have been a straightforward inspection of a Saskatchewan taxidermy business became a complex investigation, leading to multiple charges, significant fines and dozens of wildlife...

3 months ago

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