Join us for Celebrating Coyotes Week, March 16–22, 2026, as we count down to National Coyote Day on March 23rd, a time to learn, share stories, and celebrate the vital role coyotes play in the natural world we all share.
Coyote Watch Canada is deeply concerned by reports from early January 2026 that four coyotes were deliberately pursued and struck by snowmobiles east of Lanigan, Saskatchewan. Conservation officers have confirmed that the animals were intentionally targeted, with two found alive but suffering severe injuries and subsequently euthanized to prevent further suffering. Chasing down and hitting terrorized coyotes with snowmobiles are acts of disturbing and heinous brutality.
What Coyote Watch Canada has learned working in the community.
Update on Prince Edward Island's Committee reviewing trapping in the province
Recognizing the seriousness of the issue, we have taken proactive steps to deter these illegal activities. Despite the property being marked with "No Hunting or Trespassing signs", the persistent problems with these hunters necessitated a more robust response. We have erected new, highly visible signs and installed surveillance cameras, all to protect our property and the local wildlife from these illegal activities.
Coyote Watch Canada's life-saving field work, community response programs, and educational efforts rely on support from individuals like you.
Over many years, we have been plagued by a recurring issue-hunters releasing dogs in our neighborhood to chase wildlife while tracking them with radio collars. This persistent and illegal activity has not only disrupted our peace but also posed a threat to the local wildlife.
The Government of Ontario is accepting public comments until July 8, 2024. Make your voice heard today!
Anthropogenic food is not healthy: Human food is not healthy for wildlife, and they do not need food from us to survive. Foxes and other wildlife have specialized diets, and they can become malnourished (or even die) if fed the wrong foods. They also can’t distinguish between their food and items like wrappers or foil, which can make them sick.
You can help us help wildlife. Friends and supporters, this year, we need vital rescue and safety supplies for our Canid Response Team volunteers when providing our life-saving outreach for coyotes, foxes, and wolves. We are counting on your beautiful generosity to keep us strong, focused and safe while in the field.
