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Nanaimo residents reminded not to feed wildlife

NEWS RELEASE - Distributed October 28, 2015 9:00 AM

Summary

Residents of Nanaimo are reminded that feeding wildlife is not permitted in the City. This includes giving food to deer and feral rabbits.

Link to Strategic Plan: Taking responsibility to be an excellent municipal government.

Key Points

  • Feeding wild animals puts them at risk or injury from predators and road traffic.
  • Feeding deer can lead to injuries to humans.
  • Human food is not suitable for wildlife.

Quotes

"The City encourages residents to have respect for wildlife and understand their natural foraging behaviour."

Rod Davidson
Acting Manager of Bylaw, Regulation & Security
City of Nanaimo
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Contact:

Rod Davidson
Acting Manager of Bylaw, Regulation & Security
City of Nanaimo
250-755-4466

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