The following principles for preventing and managing human-wildlife conflicts
provide guidance for the development and implementation of this strategy
The people of Ontario recognize that wildlife has intrinsic,
ecological, economic, social and cultural values
Ontarians desire healthy and sustainable wildlife populations
All residents of the province share responsibility for preventing and
managing human-wildlife conflicts
Effectiveness of prevention and management strategies is
dependent on implementation of a variety of practical solutions
through collaboration and discussion among stakeholders
Actions to address human-wildlife conflicts must be ecologically
sound and should not negatively impact the survival and recovery of
species at risk
Sound scientific and applied technical knowledge can enhance
human-wildlife conflict prevention efforts and minimize risk to
human health and safety
Mechanisms to address human-wildlife conflicts must be adaptable
to both public and private land ownership (e.g., cost effectiveness
and affordability are factors to be considered)
Effective outreach and education are important for mitigating for
human-wildlife conflicts
Prevention is achieved through proactive efforts and an adaptive
management approach
Management of human-wildlife conflicts should build on successful
approaches demonstrated in Ontario and other jurisdictions (i.e.,
Best Management Practices).