CanadaBear Expert Says BC Attack on Family Was Likely a Rare ‘Predaceous’ IncidentSavePrintBlack bears walk across the road near Lake Louise, Alberta, in June, 2020. The Canadian Press/Jonathan HaywardThe Canadian Press10/5/2022|Updated: 10/5/20220:00X 1 An expert in bear behaviour says an attack on a family in northeastern British Columbia that left two women with critical injuries appears to have been a rare example of a “predaceous” attack by a black bear.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentThe Canadian PressAuthorAuthor’s Selected ArticlesSenate Curbs Spending on Language Training, Spousal TravelOct 03, 2025Marineland Asks Ottawa for Emergency Cash to Feed Whales—or Euthanasia ImminentOct 03, 2025Expect Retaliation After Starbucks Shooting of Organized Crime Figure, Expert SaysOct 03, 2025Negotiations at an Impasse as Second Phase of Transit Strikes in Montreal Nears EndOct 03, 2025Related TopicsBritish ColumbiaRCMPBear attackCommentAdd to My ListSaveShare