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Saskatoon transit police respond to bear spray incidents every day

Police files in Kelowna involving deterrent spray have increased 80 percent since 2019, according to a staff report.
The proposed bylaw would require businesses to track sales of deterrent sprays and prevent sales to those under 18 or without ID.
If approved, the bylaw would allow police and bylaw officers to enforce new regulations on deterrent sprays.
In 2023, Mike Farnworth stated the provincial government was considering banning bear spray.

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Global News

Alleged Kelowna bear spray victims speak out about Halloween night incident

Kelowna RCMP was unavailable for comment, but a report to city council confirms youth-related bear spray incidents have increased from six per cent in 2019 to 19.2 per cent.

12 days ago·Toronto, Canada

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Saskatoon transit police respond to bear spray incidents every day

Another recent spike of bear spray incidents is renewing calls for added safety measures from the city’s bus operators.

13 days ago·Canada

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Sicamous Eagle Valley News

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City of Kelowna looks at 'bear spray' bylaw after 80% rise in misuse

City council to bring in bear spray bylaw

13 days ago·Salmon Arm, Canada

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castanet.net

'Violence goes unchecked': Kelowna moms frustrated over lack of progress in bear spray attack investigation

Mothers frustrated that no one has been charged in a bear spray attack on three young teen girls near Chute Lake Elementary in Kelowna on Halloween night 2024.

14 days ago·Kelowna, Canada

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