Tyrell Neufeld, M.B.
High Level, Alberta
Medal of Bravery
On July 23, 2014, Tyrell Neufeld rescued a co-worker who was being attacked by a black bear in a remote area near Zama City, Alberta. The duo was inspecting an oilfield site when the huge bear approached. Despite the victim's attempts to scare it off, the wild animal attacked. Alerted to the scene by the noise, Mr. Neufeld tried to divert the bear's attention away from the victim. In response, the beast turned on him and bit him on the arm. Mr. Neufeld managed to spray the bear in the face, forcing it to flee, before he returned to the victim and brought her to safety.