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Malakwa Bear Attack

Man injured in grizzly bear attack near Sicamous

Sep 4, 2026 | 9:31 AM

SICAMOUS, B.C. — A man was left with non-life-threatening injuries in a grizzly bear attack on Tuesday (Sept. 1) in the Malakwa area, near Sicamous.

At about 8:00 p.m., the Conservation Officer Service (BCCOS) said they received a report of a man who was hiking with his off-leash dog along Queest Mountain Forest Service Road when he encountered the bear.

The bear then chased his dog and subsequently attacked the man. He was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

COs said officers investigated the scene and determined not to pursue the bear.

“The BCCOS investigation determined the attack was defensive in nature. No efforts to capture or locate the bear will be made,” said the BCCOS.

“Warning signage has been placed in the area. Conservation Officers will continue to monitor bear activity in the area and respond as necessary to ensure public safety.”

This was the latest in a summer that saw several other bear attacks across southern B.C.

“The public is encouraged to familiarize themselves with safety precautions in case of wildlife encounters, including leashing pets and carrying bear spray,” said the BCCOS.

“Bears are dealing with drought conditions, and are active as they need to find berries and food in advance of hibernation.”

This is the ninth bear attack reported by the Conservation Officer Service since late June, including a black bear mauling a three-year-old girl in Maple Ridge on August 9.

You can learn more about staying save around bears and other wildlife on the WildsafeBC website.