PEI committee report calls for trapping reforms, glue trap ban
Committee recommends mandatory trapping warning signs and policies that prioritize human-wildlife coexistence.
December 5, 2024
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The Fur-Bearers’ Winter Crossword
Take a break from the hectic holiday season with this fun, educational crossword puzzle featuring fur-bearing animals!
December 5, 2024
TAKE ACTION: Petition launched to end fur farming in Canada
Sign and share the petition to end fur farming in Canada!
November 28, 2024
Review – Tizzy and Me: Fifteen Ways to Love a Mink
Nadja Lubiw-Hazard’s Tizzy and Me is a warm, engaging read with a strong moral centre.
November 26, 2024
Canadian fur farms accessing millions in federal loans
Documents show fur industry struggles to repay federal cash advances due to ongoing poor market conditions.
November 25, 2024
Non-profits file for review of penned dog hunting
Ontario opened licensing to allow train and trial areas that put wildlife at risk, say wildlife protection groups.
November 24, 2024
Naloxone shot saves dying BC raccoon
Proper drug disposal and not feeding wildlife can prevent similar situations in future.
November 20, 2024
Baited snares put pets at risk
These tips will keep your family safe and show you how to release snare traps in Canada.
November 20, 2024
Holiday eCards now available!
Say happy holidays or Merry Christmas while supporting wildlife protection across Canada.
November 18, 2024
Study: Garnering population trends through camera-trapping
Dr. Valli Fraser-Celin reviews a study that indicates the use of camera-trapping can be effective at monitoring wildlife populations in a minimally-invasive way.
November 18, 2024
The collapse of Canada’s fur farm industry
Federal trade data reveals a near complete collapse of the fur farming sector in Canada.
November 12, 2024
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November 12, 2024
Alarming trend: More pets caught in traps in BC
A record 15 individual incidents of pets caught in traps set for wildlife in 2021 and 2023.
November 12, 2024
Announcing our 2024 Scholarship Award Recipients
The Fur-Bearers is pleased to announce the recipients for The Fur-Bearers Arts & Science Scholarship for 2024.
October 28, 2024
Five tips to help wildlife thrive this winter
You may be surprised to learn third tip – and the visual impact it could have on your winter landscape.
October 28, 2024
New modelling tool can tell us why large wild mammals are in decline
Dr. Valli Fraser-Celin breaks down a study that can help understand the causes behind declines – and therefore the solutions.
October 28, 2024
My neighbour is trapping raccoons, what should I do?
Here’s what you need to know about trapping regulations in British Columbia and what anyone trapping is legally required to do.
October 24, 2024
Five Tips For An Animal-Friendly Halloween
You can help local wildlife and your companion animals sail through the creepy season with these tips!
October 24, 2024
New study shows killing black bears doesn’t reduce conflict
Researchers show that human factors – like attractants – must be mitigated if policymakers want to see change.
October 23, 2024
Victory: Romania bans fur farming
The Romanian Parliament has voted overwhelmingly to ban chinchilla and mink fur farming, the only two fur farm industries that exist in the country.
October 22, 2024
Fact-checking fur farmer testimony at the Senate
The Fur-Bearers responds to statements about mink farm disease outbreaks during the COVID-19 pandemic.
October 21, 2024
Leg-hold traps remain legal across Canada
Learn more about these inherently inhumane devices, how to release pets from them, and more.
October 18, 2024
It’s time for Canada to end fur farming
Join The Fur-Bearers and be part of the movement to end fur farming in Canada today!
October 16, 2024
DYK: How to find humane wildlife removal in BC
Want to get an animal out of your house but don’t want to hurt them? Nicole Fenwick of the BC SPCA shares how to find humane wildlife removal in BC!
October 15, 2024
