Local politicians in the Kootenay town of Edgewater are frustrated by people feeding wild turkeys and hope the province will crack down on the behaviour. the only rules that pertain to feeding wildlife are those that forbid feeding wolves, bears and cougars. In response to Wilkie's UBCM resolution and concerns, the provincial Ministry of Environment said it recognizes habituating and feeding wildlife is a problem. The ministry said it will respond to Wilkie's UBCM resolution later in the fall. Listen to the full interview:Local politicians in the Kootenay town of Edgewater are frustrated by people feeding wild turkeys and hope the province will put a stop to the behaviour.

Source: CBC News September 22, 2018 16:52 UTC