Fines in place for feeding coyotes

Big fines are in the works for people who feed coyotes in Oakville.

New rules introduced earlier this week include a $5,000 fine for intentionally feeding coyotes on public land.

In an attempt to prevent the animals from becoming dangerous, the new bylaw also includes a $490 fine for feeding them on private property.

Oakville’s fight against coyotes was ramped up in January after an eight year old girl was bitten on the leg as she played in a friend’s backyard.

Halton police shot and killed a coyote believed to be the offending animal.