Ontario Protecting People from Unsafe and Illegal Hunting Practices

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The Ontario government is safeguarding people from unsafe hunting practices by ensuring hunters do not shoot from roadways.

Larry Canfield of Kenora pleaded guilty to careless use of a firearm and possessing wildlife unlawfully taken. He received $11,500 in fines and a two-year hunting licence suspension. Canfield is also required to complete the Ontario Hunter Education Course before being able to purchase another hunting licence.

Glenda McNally of Kenora pleaded guilty to possessing wildlife unlawfully taken and received a $1,000 fine.

The court heard that in response to information received by the public, conservation officers determined on October 18, 2022, Canfield and McNally were driving north on the English River Road in Kenora when they saw a cow and calf moose standing on the road. Canfield discharged his high-powered rifle several times at the moose while he and the moose were standing on the road. McNally used her validation tag on the unlawfully harvested moose. Canfield and McNally then loaded the unlawfully killed moose into the truck and transported it back to Kenora.

Justice of the Peace Geordie McEwen heard the case in the Ontario Court of Justice in Kenora on January 17, 2024.

To report a natural resource problem or provide information about an unsolved case, members of the public can call the ministry TIPS line toll free at 1-877-847-7667. You can also call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS. For more information about unsolved cases, please visit ontario.ca/mnrftips.

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