Bulletins
Jasper National Park
Restricted Activity: Wildlife viewing practices in Jasper National Park
Issued: December 28, 2023
Ends: December 31, 2024
Effective date
January 1 to December 31
Activities restricted
Pursuant to Subsection 7(1) of the General Regulations of Canada National Parks Act, roadside wildlife viewing is designated as restricted, and subject to the following conditions:
- No person shall willfully approach, remain, view, or engage in any activity within
- 100 metres of any bear, cougar, or wolf, except when completely inside a legally positioned motor vehicle,
- 30 metres of any elk, moose, caribou, sheep, or goat except when completely inside a legally positioned motor vehicle,
- Any distance that displaces or interferes with the free, unimpeded movement of wildlife,
- Any distance that creates or contributes to a potentially hazardous condition or situation
These restrictions do not apply to a superintendent, park warden, peace officer, or any other person authorized by the superintendent to carry out functions related to the management of a park while any of those persons is engaged in carrying out such functions.
Where
All areas within 400 metres of any road, highway, or place within a park intended for use by the public for the passage or parking of vehicles.
Why
The Superintendent has established these restrictions to:
- Reduce the likelihood of motor vehicle collisions
- Ensure visitor safety during wildlife viewing
- Protect wildlife from disturbance and stress
- Provide Parks Canada staff with the tools needed to safely manage dynamic wildlife viewing opportunities
- Reduce or prevent habituation of wildlife
Penalty
Violators may be charged under the Canada National Parks Act: maximum penalty $25 000.
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