Bulletins

Sensitive Wildlife

WHAT: Pursuant to Section 7(1) of the National
Parks General Regulations, of the Canada National
Parks Act, the following activity is restricted or
prohibited by order of the Superintendent:
Entering or travelling through a wildlife crossing
structure. A wildlife crossing structure is a feature
designed and constructed to enable safe and
effective movement of wildlife across barriers such
as roads or watercourse, reducing habitat
fragmentation and minimizing risk of wildlife-vehicle
collisions. 

WHERE: All wildlife crossing structures along the
Trans-Canada Highway in Yoho National Park
between the west entry gate to Yoho and the
boundary with Banff National Park. Specific
locations: 549238 5700444, 548412 5700361,
547031 5699899, 546688 5699789, 545824
5699260. Refer to map.

WHY: To support the safe and undisturbed use of
crossing structures by wildlife.

PENALTY: Violators may be charged under the
Canada National Parks Act: maximum penalty
$25 000.

Start date: 2025-01-20
End date: Until further notice