Residents of Liberty Village and Fort York in southwest Toronto are calling for immediate action from the city following an alarming increase in coyote attacks and sightings. The Coyote Safety Coalition, representing residents in these communities, reported six attacks in a single night, with some resulting in emergency veterinary care for pets. City officials confirmed a significant surge in coyote activity in the area.
Residents of two communities in southwest Toronto are demanding action from the city after a surge in coyote attacks and sightings since the beginning of the year. A press release from the Coyote Safety Coalition, representing residents in Liberty Village and Fort York, reported six local coyote attacks in a single night earlier this week, including at least two that necessitated emergency veterinary care for pet dogs.
City officials confirmed a significant increase in coyote activity in the Spadina-Fort York area, with 96 reports received between January 1st and February 13th, primarily from Liberty Village. Of these reports, half involved sightings, while 31 were from concerned citizens who witnessed approaching or attacking coyotes. Ten reports were classified as dangerous incidents, such as attacks or bites, three of which occurred on February 10th.The city stated that it has intensified its response in Liberty Village, implementing measures like monitoring coyote behavior and providing residents with educational resources on how to coexist safely with these animals. They also mentioned consulting with wildlife experts, including representatives from the Ministry of Natural Resources, Toronto Zoo, and Coyote Watch Canada. While the city emphasizes its commitment to supporting wildlife, it clarified that if animal behavior poses a threat to public safety, they will consider additional actions, including trapping and/or euthanasia, after a thorough evaluation of all available options.City bylaw officers and animal services personnel are actively patrolling the area, but the residents' coalition asserts that these efforts are insufficient to ensure the safety of both people and pets. They argue that while patrols offer temporary protection, they lack a long-term solution. The coalition issued an urgent plea for a comprehensive and sustainable action plan to permanently address the coyote situation. In the meantime, the city urges residents to keep their dogs leashed, remain vigilant about their surroundings, and promptly report any concerns about coyote behavior by calling 311. Deputy Mayor and Spadina-Fort York Coun. Ausma Malik is scheduled to present a plan to tackle the coyote issue at the city's upcoming economic and community development meeting on February 26th
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