The Conservation Officer Service (COS) has received multiple reports of bears entering properties throughout Whistler.

Although the temperature is hot right now, residents and visitors of Whistler are reminded to close doors and windows when unattended and ensure they are locked. The same applies to vehicles.

Bears can be enticed to homes by smells of cooking, sweet smelling air fresheners and even toiletries used to shower, amongst other attractants.

Report sightings of bears around properties to the Conservation Officer Service at: 1-877-952-7277.

Residents are asked to report unsecured animal attractants to Bylaw Services by phone: 604 935 8280 or email: bylawservices@whistler.ca.

For more information visit: whistler.ca/Bears.