Manage Nuisance Wildlife
The permit holder must comply with all laws applicable to the activities carried out under this permit. Applicants should be aware of and follow the conditions indicated on their permit, should their permit application be approved.
Contents:
- Mandatory Authorizations
- Costs
- Eligibility Requirements
- Information Requirements
- Related Links
- Other Things you Should Know
About this Activity Guide
This guide summarizes the most common requirements and recommendations for your chosen activity and is designed to help you submit a complete application. Be aware that this information is for guidance purposes only.
Mandatory Authorizations
Costs
Cost may be a specific value or range of values. The cost includes GST, where applicable.
$55.00 (on property owned by the applicant)
$110.00 (on property not owned by the applicant, for management problem wildlife)
Eligibility Requirements
Ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements prior to applying.
| Requirement | Description |
|---|
| Wildlife | Must be wildlife as defined under the Wildlife Act. |
| Residency Credentials | Must be authorized to hunt, trap or kill in British Columbia (see Resident Hunter Credentials). |
| Age | Applicant must be at least 19 years old, unless a parent or guardian has given written consent to the application. A permit must NOT be issued to an applicant under age 10. |
Information Requirements
- Street address and/or legal description of property where activity will take place
- Wildlife species (common and scientific name) and number of individual animals to be hunted, trapped or killed (see BC Species and Ecosystem Explorer to search for common and scientific names of wildlife species in BC)
- Hunting and/or trapping methods to be used
- Preventative measures currently in place to deter wildlife
- Compelling reasons as to why this permit is required
- Provide previous permit number (authorization number) if applicable
- Wildlife species (common and scientific name) and number of individual animals to be hunted, trapped or killed (see BC Species and Ecosystem Explorer to search for common and scientific names of wildlife species in BC)
- Professional qualifications of all staff/employees/contractors involved (including trapping licence number, if applicable)
- Preventative measures currently in place to deter wildlife
- Hunting / trapping methods proposed
- Provide previous permit number (authorization number) if applicable
Permit 2(b)(i) and (ii) - own property
Permit 2(c)(iii) - on property other than your own
