New bylaws are soon to be in place in Campbell River that will align with the Wildlife Act, aimed at reducing conflicts with wildlife.

At a June 4, 2024, council meeting, the city said that they will restrict the curbside placement of garbage, recycling, and food waste to the day of collection, prohibiting garbage from being put out the evening before collection.

The changes would also require owners to take reasonable steps to secure and store garbage, recyclables, and food waste, and require that when pick-ups are missed, full containers are brought back from the curbside by 8 p.m. that day.

The City says its primary approach to resolve bylaw contraventions would be education and outreach, with educational support from the provincial Conservation Officer Service and Wild Wise Campbell River.

Full highlights of the meeting can be seen at City of Campbell River.