This course deals with legislative issues as it relates to wildlife and the role of the student as a Wildlife Custodian. Relevant sections of the Ministry of Natural Resources (Ontario) Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, 1997 will be dealt with. Regulations specific to Wildlife Custodian Authorization will be dealt with in depth. This course will also deal with issues of trespassing upon private and public lands for the purpose of rescuing or recovering wildlife that is in need of assistance. Students will also be introduced to Federal acts and regulation that are relevant to wildlife and wildlife rehabilitation. The course will enlighten the student on the work carried out by provincial and federal committees, who are studying endangered species. Legislative issues relevant to First Nation’s people will be addressed.

28 Hours