We have received a report of bear sighting in the Westmont area near Barrydowne in New Sudbury around 7:15pm on May 25, 2016

To report a bear within the city of Greater Sudbury
Report a Bear

If a bear poses an immediate threat to public safety call 9-1-1.
If there is no immediate threat to personal safety, the resident will be directed to call the Bear Reporting Line toll free 1-866-514-2327. The line is operated by the MNR as part of the Bear Wise program. It operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from April to November. Trained staff can provide advice and information about bear behavior and how to remove attractants from their property.

Ministry of Natural Resources website offers tips on how to prevent bears and resources to report bear encounters.

For more information about black bears and resources please visit http://www.greatersudbury.ca/living/bears/