⚠️ RESPECT WILDLIFE – FROM SHORE TO SEA (VANCOUVER WARNING) 🐋🐦🌊
Vancouver is witnessing something special right now — a beautiful Gray Whale visiting our local waters, drawing people from all over.
And yet… yesterday, reports confirm that a reckless jetski operator struck this whale.
At the same time, on land, I witnessed someone standing in the middle of goslings and adult Canada Goose — putting them at risk.
This is not curiosity.
This is ignorance — and it causes harm.
🚫 CANADA’S WILDLIFE LAWS ARE CLEAR:
Under the Marine Mammal Regulations and the Migratory Birds Convention Act:
For whales:
- Stay at least 100 metres away (400m for endangered orcas)
- Never approach, chase, or cut them off
- Slow down in whale zones
For birds (including “seagulls” and geese):
- Do NOT approach or surround them
- Do NOT touch or pick up babies
- Do NOT disturb nests or feeding areas
💰 FINES ARE REAL:
- Up to $100,000 for harming or disturbing marine mammals
- Up to $25,000+ for disturbing protected birds
- Possible vessel seizure, bans, and additional charges
💔 WHY THIS MATTERS:
- That whale didn’t come here to be injured
- Goslings depend entirely on their parents for survival
- Stress and human interference can kill wildlife — even if you think you’re “just looking”
🌿 TOURISTS & LOCALS: If you want to enjoy what this beautiful place offers:
👉 Stop harassing wildlife
👉 Keep your distance
👉 Educate yourself and your family before interacting with nature
Wildlife is not here for your photos, your entertainment, or your social media.
They are living beings — and they deserve respect.
#Vancouver #Kitsilano #ProtectWildlife #GrayWhale #CanadaGeese #MarineSafety #BoatingSafety #RespectNature #OceanConservation #StopWildlifeHarassment
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