You can expect more bears roaming around B.C. this summer, as bear populations are at their highest peak in recent years.

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The number of reports being made to the conservation service RAPP line also doubled to more than 3,000 calls in the same time period.

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As more cities get on board with bear-smart techniques, like bear-proof garbage bins, Gravel said the population surge is being mitigated.

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