Alberta is well known for its diverse wildlife.

Government bodies have dedicated funding to preserving vast areas of nature that is managed and controlled.

Are there any caribou in Alberta?

Yes, there are Caribou in Alberta.

In fact they are a protected form of wildlife in Alberta, which means you can not hunt them.

There are a total of 16 caribou populations that are officially tracked in Alberta.

Technically, 15, as 1 population in Jasper is under the control of Canada’s federal government.

The 15 populations under the Alberta Provincial Wildlife Act consist of 12 Boreal and 3 Southern Mountain Woodland caribou populations.

Where Are The Caribou In Alberta?

You can see the 12 Boreal ranges in red, and the 3 Southern Mountain Caribou Ranges in blue.

In Summary

• Yes there are caribou in Alberta. In fact there are 15 caribou populations around the province that are closely monitored.
• It is not legal to hunt the caribou in Alberta. For caribou hunting, you need to visit a different province.