Black bear hunting Canada - complete bait and attractant guide 2026

Canada's black bear - the continent's most available big game

Canada is home to approximately 400,000 black bears, representing roughly 60% of the world population. Quebec alone has over 70,000. Spring and fall seasons are available in most provinces, with baiting legal in many jurisdictions.

Baiting regulations - check first

Baiting regulations vary by province. Quebec, Ontario, and New Brunswick all permit bear baiting with specific rules. Always verify current regulations with your provincial wildlife authority before setting up bait sites.

The best bear attractants in Canada

Bearfume

Rotting meat scent - triggers bear feeding instinct at 500m+

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Burn Sugar

Caramelized sugar scent, carries for kilometers

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Setting up a productive bear bait site

1. Choose a location with natural cover - bears won't approach bait in open areas
2. Set up 3-4 weeks before your planned hunt to establish bear visits
3. Place Bearfume at 50-100m from your bait to pull bears in from distance
4. Use Burn Sugar as secondary attractant between bait stations
5. Install trail camera and monitor remotely when possible

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