Halifax-area community sees increase in bear sightings [Video]

The quiet community around Porters Lake, N.S., is known for having wildlife activity, however, recently residents are noticing more of it in their yards – particularly, black bears.

“We usually have bears coming out of hibernation and looking for food sources. It’s not uncommon for people in Porters Lake to spot a bear. We’ve had specific areas that see bears more than others,” said David Hendsbee, Halifax Regional Municipality councillor for District 2.

However, recently bears have been making more surprise appearances, now in areas that have never seen bears before.

“We’re hearing reports [of] West Porter, Mineville, and even Cole Harbour have caught bears on the door bell cameras going by their yards,” said Hendsbee.

He said it is becoming a concern.

“This particular year, there seems to be broader fields the bears are covering,” said Hendsbee. “The concern is they were here first and now we’re intruding on them so they’re going and looking for …