Polar bear spotted in Iqaluit’s Sylvia Grinnell Park

Polar bear spotted in park just outside Iqaluit

The City of Iqaluit is urging residents to exercise caution after a polar bear was spotted in Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park just outside Iqaluit on June 9.

Polar bear spotted in Iqaluit’s Sylvia Grinnell Park

The City of Iqaluit is urging residents to exercise caution after a polar bear was spotted in Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park just outside Iqaluit on June 9. “Residents planning to spend time in or near the area are encouraged to be mindful of the sighting, use caution, and stay aware of their surroundings. Where possible, residents may wish to choose another area for outdoor activities,” said Geoff Byrne, communications manager for the City of…

Rare polar bear sighting draws hopeful hunters to Sylvia Grinnell park

A polar bear “as big as a Corolla” was shot and killed by wildlife officers in Iqaluit’s Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park Tuesday evening. Miles Brewster arrives at Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park Tuesday evening in an amphibious SHERP vehicle, ready to hunt a polar bear. (Photo by Daron Letts) Police blocked the park entrance after the bear was sighted at around 7:15 p.m., RCMP spokesperson Sgt. George Henrie said in an email on Wednesday morn…