Longueuil Receives Permit for Deer Cull in Overrun Park

The Montreal suburb plans to restore ecological balance in Michel-Chartrand Park by reducing its deer population.

The City of Longueuil has obtained a provincial permit to conduct a deer cull in Michel-Chartrand Park, valid until mid-February 2025.
Efforts to carry out the cull since 2020 faced resistance and legal challenges from animal rights groups.
The deer population in the park has increased significantly, from 32 in 2017 to 114 in 2024, prompting ecological concerns.
Authorities reported a rise in deer deaths in the park, from 28 in 2021 to 52 in 2023, highlighting the need for population control.
The cull will be performed by a professional company using air rifles, with the date kept confidential to ensure smooth execution.