Northern Lights Wildlife Society Reports Rescue Approval Denied for Orphaned Black Bear Cubs in B.C.’s Omineca Region

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Northern Lights Wildlife Society Reports Rescue Approval Denied for Orphaned Black Bear Cubs in B.C.'s Omineca RegionAuthor of the article:Orphaned black bear cubs in the Omineca Region of British Columbia. Northern Lights Wildlife Society says the current approval process is preventing them from responding to orphaned wildlife rescues in the region. The public in the region are raising dire concerns that delays are preventing proper care and rewilding. GNWSMITHERS, British Columbia, Sept. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Northern Lights Wildlife Society (NLWS) is raising concerns about changes to the wildlife rescue approval process in British Columbia’s Omineca Region after the organization says it was unable to receive permission to intervene in cases involving orphaned black bear cubs.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountNLWS says the immediate concern involves two young black bear cubs believed to be orphaned and still potentially suitable for rehabilitation. The organization says delays in obtaining approval can reduce the time available to safely intervene before hunger, declining condition or exposure to human attractants changes an animal’s behaviour and limits the opportunity for eventual return to the wild.Northern Lights Wildlife Society has worked with black bears from the Omineca Region for decades. Since 1999, 197 black bears have been returned to the Omineca Region following rescue and rehabilitation by NLWS.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againThe organization says the concern is not about rescuing every young animal seen alone. Wildlife should remain in the wild whenever possible. NLWS is asking for a practical process that allows qualified wildlife professionals to respond when an animal has been determined to be genuinely orphaned, compromised and an appropriate candidate for rehabilitation.“We are not asking to remove healthy wildlife from the wild unnecessarily. We are asking for the ability to respond when an animal is genuinely orphaned and still has a chance. With young wildlife, time matters. Every delay can make rehabilitation and a successful return to the wild more difficult,” said Angelika Langen, co-founder and executive director of Northern Lights Wildlife Society.NLWS says wildlife emergencies do not occur only during regular business hours, and that delays can be especially significant when young animals are already without their mothers and have limited reserves.The organization has published an official statement outlining its concerns, the changes it says it has encountered in the Omineca Region, and the circumstances surrounding the current black bear cub cases.NLWS is encouraging media organizations and interested members of the public to review the complete statement and supporting materials before drawing conclusions about the issue.About Northern Lights Wildlife SocietyNorthern Lights Wildlife Society was founded by Angelika and Peter Langen in 1990 and operates a wildlife rehabilitation and rewilding facility near Smithers, British Columbia. The organization provides care for injured and orphaned wildlife with the goal of returning suitable animals to the wild. NLWS specializes in black bear, grizzly bear and moose rehabilitation and rewilding and also participates in public education and wildlife research. NLWS currently reports 828 recorded black bear and grizzly releases since 1991.Angelika LangenCo-Founder and Executive DirectorNorthern Lights Wildlife Society250-877-1181info@wildlifeshelter.com https://www.wildlifeshelter.com/This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.