Polar Bear Attack in Canadian Arctic
Two polar bears attacked and killed a worker at a remote radar station in the Canadian Arctic. Polar bear attacks are extremely rare, and a thorough investigation is being conducted.
Key Points
- Polar bear attacks are extremely rare
- Canada has a large polar bear population managed and protected through wildlife acts
- Incident comes a year after a similar attack in Alaska
Pros
- Nasittuq Corporation providing support to the family of the deceased and counseling services to affected employees
- Thorough investigation being conducted with local authorities and regulatory agencies
Cons
- Tragic loss of life in a rare polar bear attack