Living on Vancouver Island in Parksville and the surrounding areas such as Qualicum Beach, Nanoose Bay, Coombs, Bowser, Deep Bay, Errington, and French Creek, it is important to be aware of the local wildlife. Follow this link for more information on what to do if you encounter bears or cougars: https://www.rdn.bc.ca/remember-bears-and-cougars-live-here?fbclid=IwAR3_Ei8h6hTxiSQgMiFweW3nJ3uqjBHkdrBp0hD1HgJBpz5_Apm2IBdZ7eU