Multiple bear sightings reported in Langley\u2019s Walnut Grove neighbourhood<\/p>\n
Published 1:00 pm Sunday, June 28, 2026<\/p>\n
A black bear has been wandering through Langley\u2019s Walnut Grove neighbourhood.<\/p>\n
Multiple sightings have been posted by residents online over the last few days, most recently the areas around 208 Street and 93 Avenue and near the school at 8919 Walnut Grove Dr., both on Sunday.<\/p>\n
A video posted to a community page showed a bear strolling along a pedestrian walkway.<\/p>\n
One person reported their trash bin had been knocked over.<\/p>\n
There have been no reports of aggressive behaviour.<\/p>\n
In response to a Langley Advance Times query, the BC Conservation Officer Service (COS) issued a statement that, on Saturday and Sunday, it received reports of a black bear sighting in the Walnut Grove area.<\/p>\n
\u201cThere were no reports of aggressive behaviour towards people or pets,\u201d the statement advised.<\/p>\n
\u201cResidents are urged to ensure their attractants, such as garbage, pet food and birdseed, are securely stored to prevent bears and other wildlife from accessing them.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cDon\u2019t give bears an opportunity to linger in a community and create a public safety risk.\u201d<\/p>\n
Conservation officers will continue to monitor bear activity in the area and respond as necessary to ensure public safety, COS said.<\/p>\n
Aggressive bear behaviour and conflicts should be reported to the COS at 1-877-952-7277. Do not call if the bear is simply passing through an open space, trail, or yard without causing property damage or acting aggressively.<\/p>\n
\u201cBritish Columbia is \u2018bear country\u2019, and bear encounters can happen almost anywhere,\u201d a provincial online advisory notes. \u201cBlack bears can be found in every part of the province, including on the outskirts of cities and in suburbs.\u201d<\/p>\n