Conservation officers brought a bear trap into the Rec Park area after a man was knocked over by a fleeing bear yesterday morning.
The incident happened at Argyle and 6th where a bear has spent the past week tipping garbage cans and tearing apart compost bins.
The man was slightly injured by the bear who clawed at his leg while passing.
Conservation and City of Port Alberni bylaw officers have begun issuing fines to people leaving out garbage and other attractants in the area which has caused the wildlife conflict.