Share this Story : City committee approves first new wildlife strategy since 2013, but critics want more change Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Breadcrumb Trail Links Local News City committee approves first new wildlife strategy since 2013, but critics want more change The strategy is to include hiring a wildlife resource specialist with experience in all types of wildlife management Author of the article: Joanne Laucius Published Jun 17, 2024 • 5 minute read Join the conversation You can save this article by registering for free here . Or sign-in if you have an account. Beavers were a particularly emotional issue Monday as the joint agricultural and rural affairs and environment and climate change committees contemplated a list of what would stay and what would go as the city rolls out its the first new wildlife strategy since 2013.
Photo by Craig Norris / Fundy Biosphere Reserve Article content A joint city committee has approved a new wildlife strategy that includes hiring a wildlife resource specialist. Among other roles, the specialist would provide support when the “large mammal protocol” kicks in — for example, if a bear is reported in a backyard or a homeowner discovers moose in their swimming pool. The city’s human resources office has already put the wheels in motion to create a job description for the position — a mid-career biologist or natural resources specialist with experience in all types of wildlife management, including beave.