Multiple bear sightings reported in Langley’s Walnut Grove neighbourhood
Published 1:00 pm Sunday, June 28, 2026
By Dan Ferguson
A black bear has been wandering through Langley’s Walnut Grove neighbourhood.
Multiple sightings have been posted by residents online over the last few days, most recently the areas around 208 Street and 93 Avenue and near the school at 8919 Walnut Grove Dr., both on Sunday.
A video posted to a community page showed a bear strolling along a pedestrian walkway.
One person reported their trash bin had been knocked over.
There have been no reports of aggressive behaviour.
In response to a Langley Advance Times query, the BC Conservation Officer Service (COS) issued a statement that, on Saturday and Sunday, it received reports of a black bear sighting in the Walnut Grove area.
“There were no reports of aggressive behaviour towards people or pets,” the statement advised.
“Residents are urged to ensure their attractants, such as garbage, pet food and birdseed, are securely stored to prevent bears and other wildlife from accessing them.”
“Don’t give bears an opportunity to linger in a community and create a public safety risk.”
Conservation officers will continue to monitor bear activity in the area and respond as necessary to ensure public safety, COS said.
Aggressive bear behaviour and conflicts should be reported to the COS at 1-877-952-7277. Do not call if the bear is simply passing through an open space, trail, or yard without causing property damage or acting aggressively.
“British Columbia is ‘bear country’, and bear encounters can happen almost anywhere,” a provincial online advisory notes. “Black bears can be found in every part of the province, including on the outskirts of cities and in suburbs.”
A list of steps to stay safe around wildlife includes what to do if encountering a bear:
• Remain calm. Do not run or climb a tree. Slowly back away, talking to the bear in a quiet, monotone voice. Do not scream, turn your back on the bear, kneel down or make direct eye contact.
• Keep away from the bear. Do not try to get closer to it. If the bear gets too close, use pepper spray (within seven metres) or something else to threaten or distract it.
• Stay together. If you are with others, act as a group. Keep children close – pick up and carry small children.
• Go indoors. Bring pets indoors if possible.
• Watch the bear until it leaves. Make sure the bear has a clear escape route. After the bear is gone and it’s safe, make sure there is nothing in the area that will attract bears back again.
