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Mother bear and two cubs spotted in Crown Isle neighbourhood in Courtenay

Reduce the risk of an interaction by removing potential food sources
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Sue Morrison submitted this great photo of a mother bear and one of her two cubs waiting to cross Ryan Road to head into the Crown Isle neighbourhood.

The photo was taken Saturday, Sept. 19.

Please remember to remove potential food sources from your property.

Common attractants include household garbage, birdseed, uncleaned barbecues, pet food and outdoor freezers that can entice an unwanted guest.

ALSO: Cumberland residents reminded to be aware of bears