New website will allow Albertans to report poachers online
ALBERTA – Until now, the only way to report poaching activity, dangerous wildlife or public land abuse was to phone the Report A Poacher hotline.
As of Friday (Nov. 3) people can visit the Report A Poacher website to fill out a form and submit it online. The information they enter into the form will be sent to fish and wildlife officers for followup and investigation.
Minister of Justice and Solicitor General Kathleen Ganley says the Report A Poacher program helps ensure Alberta’s wide variety of wildlife species and diverse landscapes are protected for future generations.
“Our hope is that by making it easier to report suspicious hunting or fishing activity, it will encourage more Albertans to act responsibly when enjoying the outdoors.”