Bounties

Trappers in the County of Bruce must follow various guidelines and by-laws to remove animals, such as nuisance beavers and coyotes, from the Municipality. 

Beaver bounty

Trappers can apply and be compensated for the removal of nuisance beavers. The County of Bruce sets out the application process for trappers to remove nuisance beavers. 

You must complete a County of Bruce Landowner Authorization Form and bring it, along with the tail of the beaver to the municipal office. The Municipal Clerk or designate will sign the compensation form and keep the beaver tail. It is your responsibility to dispose of the remaining beaver carcass. 

Bruce County By-law Number 2020-035, a by-law to provide for the removal of nuisance beavers
Removal of Nuisance Beaver in Bruce County Procedure

Coyote and wolf bounties

Trappers can apply and be compensated for the removal of coyotes or wolves. The County of Bruce sets out the application process for trappers to remove nuisance coyotes or wolves. 

You must complete a Coyote/Wolf Predation Compensation Claim Form and bring to the municipal office. 

Learn more about beaver and coyote/wolf bounties by visiting the County's website.