OPP and MNRF Remind Residents of Coyotes in the Communities of North Simcoe

12 February 2019

FROM/DE: SOUTHERN GEORGIAN BAY DETACHMENT    DATE: February 8, 2019

OPP and MNRF Remind Residents of Coyotes in the Communities of North Simcoe

(TINY TOWNSHIP, ON)- Members of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) would like to make cottagers, hikers, cross country skiers and rural pedestrians aware that we do share our open spaces and bush area's with numerous members of the wildlife community.

One of those members is the coyote who can be found in both rural and urban areas in the communities of North Simcoe. Some key points for people who may encounter coyotes are as follows:

  • Do not approach or feed coyotes.
  • Do not try to "tame" a coyote.
  • Secure garbage and minimize attractants on your property.
  • Use deterrents and fences to keep coyotes away from your home and gardens.
  • Keep all pets on leashes or confined to a yard.

Whistles and electronic alarms may frighten away an approaching coyote if encountered by a pedestrian. For those who walk with your family pet, be aware that a cat or dog may be seen as prey by coyotes and an attack may prove fatal or result in serious injuries for the pet.

For further information please visit the following link to Ministry of Natural Resources web site Preventing and Managing Conflicts with Coyotes and Foxes

It is also that time of year that hunters may be seen in rural areas and they or their hunting dogs may be seen or come in contact with residents in the area of their hunt. All hunters are reminded to abide by all Federal, Provincial laws and Municipal bylaws in the interest of public safety.

MNRF officers do patrol our rural areas to safeguard the public interest by leading and delivering professional regulatory protection of Ontario's natural resources. The MNRF hunting TIP line is 1-877-TIPS-MNR (847-7667) which is provided for the public to report illegal hunting activity.

The following links have been provided for hunters to research area bylaws and provincial hunting regulations as provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF).

OPP and MNRF officers ask that anyone with information of a hunting offence to contact the OPP Communications Center at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can submit your information online at www.p3tips.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00. You can follow Crime Stoppers of Simcoe Dufferin Muskoka  on Twitter or Facebook.

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