Royal Roads gardens closed due to bear and cougar sightings

Royal Roads University has closed its gardens after a bear and cougar were spotted on campus.

The university, located in Colwood, said it has called conservation officers and is warning dog owners to keep their animals on a leash.

People are advised to walk with other people, Royal Roads said Tuesday morning on social media.

Another cougar sighting on the campus was reported on Friday.

WILDLIFE ALERT: BEAR AND COUGAR ON CAMPUS

A bear and cougar have been spotted on campus. We have closed the gardens and a conservation officer has been called. Please use the buddy system (walk with someone else, not alone) and continue to keep dogs on leash. #Colwood

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— Royal Roads (@RoyalRoads) September 19, 2023

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