More grizzly bears killed in 2024 than any other year on record in Alberta

In 2024, Alberta saw an unprecedented number of grizzly bear deaths, with 40 bears killed, marking the highest annual mortality on record. Law enforcement was responsible for 21 of these fatalities, a significant portion that highlights escalating tensions between human populations and wildlife. This alarming trend underscores the urgent need for more effective conservation strategies and conflict resolution measures to protect both grizzly populations and human interests. Such a spike in human-caused mortality raises serious concerns for the future of grizzly bear conservation in the region.