The Ontario government says it's listening to the concerns of hunters on how the province manages the moose population.
Last fall, the government announced a review of moose management.
Now, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry announced the creation of a Big Game Management Advisory Committee.
Its job is to advise on improvements to how the province manages moose and other big game including: deer, elk, and black bear.
"We have heard concerns from hunters that the current approach, specifically the moose tag draw system, is not working for hunters or ensuring sustainability. We're acting on those concerns and delivering on our promise to make life easier for Ontario'shunters, while ensuring sustainable populations and continued hunting opportunities." said John Yakabuski, minister of MNRF.
The committee consists of members with diverse knowledge and experience in moose management and quota review, moose hunting, tourist outfitter operations, and previous experience on wildlife advisory committees. The initial task of the committee will be to develop recommendations on moose management, with a focus on how quotas are developed, and how tags are allocated to hunters through the draw.
It will be hosting public sessions next month.
Interested hunters, members of the public, and organizations are invited to attend one of these sessions to share their perspectives to develop a path forward.
Stops include North Bay on May 23 and Sault Ste. Marie on May 28.
