Ontario is home to over 30, 000 different species of animals and plants. This biodiversity provides us with many benefits, including healthier communities.

The Ministry of Natural Resources manages wildlife in Ontario and reduces conflict between people and species. They help people find ways to conserve nature and protect their family and property.

In Pelham, one of the most common encounters for residents is coyotes.

The eastern coyote, found throughout much of southern Ontario and agricultural areas in the north, is a hybrid between the smaller western coyote and the eastern wolf.

Coyote-proofing your property

People and wild animals live side by side in Ontario. Preventing a problem is a far better solution that dealing with wildlife after a conflict. As a property owner, you have a role in making sure you are not attracting wildlife to your property that you don't want there.

Learn more about coyote-proofing your property

For more questions or concerns about Coyotes in Pelham, please contact the Ministry of Natural Resources at 1-800-667-1940 or visit ontario.ca/livingwithwildlife.

Fox-proofing your property

People and wild animals live side by side in Ontario. As a property owner, you have a role in making sure you are not attracting wildlife to your property that you don't want there. 

  • To discourage foxes from making a den, enclose areas underneath patio decks and sheds 
  • Get rid of piles of rock, wood or debris as they attract small animals, such as mice.
  • Foxes will eat garbage and pet food left outdoors.
    • Take your green bin and garbage containers to the curb on the morning of pick-up.
    • Use rodent-proof composters.
    • Do not feed pets outside.
  • Foxes will be more likely to visit or look for den sites near a home where people stay indoors most of the time.

For additional information or questions about Foxes in Pelham, please contact the Ministry of Natural Resources at 1-800-667-1940 or visit ontario.ca/livingwithwildlife.

Raccoon-proofing your property

Raccoons are mainly active at night and feed on grubs, insects, small rodents, eggs, fleshy fruits (like grapes), nuts and vegetables (like corn). Remember these tips:

  • Never feed raccoons
  • Do not approach raccoons and touch them, even if they appear tame, sick or injured
  • Do not feed pets outside. Pet food left outside will attract raccoons.
  • Properly dispose of waste on your property in your waste bins.
    • Raccoons will eat garbage left on the ground and compost.
    • Always make sure to take your green bin and garbage containers to the curb on the morning of pick-up and not the night before.
    • Green Bins are designed to reduce odours and keep racoons and other rodents out with its secure lockable handle feature.

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