Shared on behalf of Quality and Risk Management
Please aware that a bear was sighted on property on the morning of September 22 near G North Staff parking. Please be mindful of your surroundings and remain on high alert while travelling within the Hospital perimeter areas, especially near garbage cans.
Should a bear be seen, Security will have a guard attend the nearest exit to inform staff and visitors of the sighting, and offer escorts as required. In situations of immediate danger, please call 9-1-1.
While black bears are generally shy by nature and tend to avoid human contact (attacks are extremely rare), we still ask that staff, patients and visitors follow these precautions to stay safe:
- If possible, arrange to walk in pairs or groups while traveling from building to building or to a parking lot;
- Be aware of your surroundings and take an alternative door if you witness a bear at the Hospital access points;
- Do not approach a bear;
- Contact Security by calling 684-6509 if you should witness a bear on property; and
- Familiarize yourself with what to do if you should encounter a bear at: https://www.ontario.ca/page/prevent-bear-encounters-bear-wise
Thank you for your cooperation.