Wolf in the Iqaluit area

Public Service Announcement

Wolf in the Iqaluit area

Start Date: December 9, 2016

End Date: December 16, 2016

Iqaluit, NU 30 sec

Please be aware that a wolf has been seen near Iqaluit over the past few days.

Wolf attacks on humans are rare, but you should be careful when walking outside at night. Do not leave your pets or pet food unattended outside.

If you see a wolf, report it to your wildlife office immediately.

For more information, or to report a sighting, please contact the wildlife office at 867-975-7900.

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Media contact:

Tana Silverland

Manager of Communications, Education and Outreach

Department of Environment

867-975-7761

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