Police were called to remove the bear, which took some time, the staff sergeant said. Ryan Singleton. Police used their sirens to try to scare the bear, but he was more interested in breakfast than people nearby, he said. “It was definitely to choose to eat instead of listening to us,” he said. Officers eventually managed to push the bear into an area behind the golf course to the south, “where it should be,” Singleton said. “This is a normal activity (bear) for this time of year,” he said. The school was locked for a short time as a precaution. Fish and wildlife police also arrived at the scene on Friday morning and patrolled the area after signaling to warn residents. “There were a lot of people walking. The bear did not act aggressively but approached vehicles,” Singleton said. Alberta Fish and Wildlife says most of Alberta is a land of bears and those heading backwards should carry noise cannons and bear spray. Some bear safety tips were also offered, such as:
If you encounter a bear in the wild, follow these tips to avoid a collision. Do not run. Stay calm. Stay with your team and keep the kids close. Evaluate the situation. I am looking. If you see small or a carcass of an animal, the bear will want to protect them. If you see one of the two, move away from them. Prepare to use your bear spray. Retreat. Leave the area the way you came. Watch out for the bear without looking at it aggressively. Watch out for a place to hide. As you move away, look for a safe place, such as a car or a building. Speak to the bear in a soft, low voice. Let the bear know that you are a human and not a prey, and Use your noise and prepare to defend yourself with bear spray.
