The island country of Malta becomes the latest country to ban fur farming! The government of Malta introduced amendments with an immediate effect that bans both fur farming and foie gras production. While there are no fur farms currently operating in Malta, the government noted the ban’s importance as a measure to protect animals.
With this ban, Malta joins a growing list of countries in Europe that have either banned fur farming or introduced legislation to prohibit the practice. There is currently a European Citizens’ Initiative underway to ban fur farming in the entire European Union, with hundreds of thousands of EU citizens calling for a Fur Free Europe.
What about Canada?
In 2021, British Columbia made history by becoming the first province in Canada to ban mink farming. But many fur farms are still operating across Canada despite the growing calls for the federal government to ban fur farming. It’s time for Canada to join others in the international community and move fur farming into the past.
To take action and be part of the movement to end fur farming in Canada, go to our action page where we have developed a citizen engagement toolkit for people to meet with their Member of Parliament (MPs) and discuss their concerns about fur farming.
Visit our page at TheFurBearers.com/our-work/make-fur-history/fur-farming/act-against-fur-farming/
Suggested Reading:
The collapse of Canada’s fur farm industry
Federal trade data reveals a near complete collapse of the fur farming sector in Canada.
Fact-checking fur farmer testimony at the Senate
The Fur-Bearers responds to statements about mink farm disease outbreaks during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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!
New research uncovers high-risk viruses circulating on fur farms
Study published in Nature reveals numerous zoonotic diseases circulating among animals farmed for their fur.
ACTION ALERT: Poll shows wide support for ending fur farming in B.C.
New public opinion survey shows widespread public support for a ban on fur farming in British Columbia.
Watch The Fur-Bearers present to PEI committee on trapping
Trapping is the subject of public debate on Prince Edward Island. Watch our presentation to the government committee studying the issue.
Investigation shows brutal treatment on Polish fur farm
Undercover footage captured by Polish NGO Otwarte Klatki reveals abuse of minks
Trapping bycatch: Barred owl killed by Conibear trap
An owl killed by a trap in British Columbia's interior highlights the dangers that indiscrimate traps pose to wild and domestic animals.
