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According to the B.C. Conservation Officer Service, in October 2021 a wildlife scientist discovered a grizzly bear Global Positioning Satellite collar and four tagged grizzly bear ear tips in a remote location near Elkford, B.C.Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion delivered straight to your inbox at 7 a.m., Monday to Friday.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.
McHarg pleaded guilty in Fernie provincial court to killing a grizzly sow and cub out of season, unlawful possession of dead wildlife, failing to report the accidental killing of wildlife and mischief under $5,000.Article content His firearm was forfeited and he must also retake a hunter education course and complete 100 hours of community service. The majority of the penalty will go to the Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation.Support our journalism:
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