06/24/2026
Masked Bandit Season is upon us.
Because raccoons are so heavily integrated into our ecosystems and urban areas, residents will encounter regulations and challenges regarding them:
-Denning in poor locations, deterrence problems, mess-making, and health concerns such as distemper & rabies.
A FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION- Answered:
Ontario Fish & Wildlife Conservation Act states that:
Keeping a raccoon (or any Procyonidae) as a pet is strictly illegal, not to mention just ill-advised. Aside from the fines and bylaws, raccoons almost always carry a myriad of zoonotic diseases which are extremely easy to catch. Fleas, ticks, mites, oh my!
Pets and/or kids at home? Ultimate 'NOPE'!
Raccoons always bring puberty drama, roundworm and lack of vet care options to the issues.
Check your local bylaws, to be sure.
Stay safe-Call ENYO.
St. Clair Region Conservation Authority