Plains bison reintroduction

New Informed by Indigenous, stakeholder and public review and input, Parks Canada is pleased to present the final Report on the Plains Bison Reintroduction Pilot 2017-2022. The Report follows the direction of the 2015 Plains Bison Reintroduction Plan, summarizes key learnings, and provides a basis to understand the feasibility of managing bison on the landscape.

Over a 30-day engagement period, from November 9, 2022 – December 14, 2022, the Agency sought perspectives from Canadians on the future of bison management in Banff National Park. Indigenous groups, stakeholders, and the public were encouraged to review the Draft Report and share their feedback.

The engagement process has now concluded. The final report is now available to the public, along with a ‘What We Heard’ summary of the recent engagement. Parks Canada is pleased to announce that, moving forward, Banff will work towards keeping bison on the landscape within Banff National Park while the Agency explores future options for bison management through the development of a bison management plan. Indigenous peoples and stakeholders will continue to be informed and involved throughout this process.

Final Report on the Plains Bison Reintroduction Pilot 2017-2022