How do wildflowers support wildlife?
Planting wildflowers is one of the best ways you can help local wildlife without feeding.
November 9, 2022
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British Columbia claims its wolf cull is humane: is it?
The Government of British Columbia hires contractors to shoot wolves from helicopters. Should the public trust the government when it says this is humane?
November 8, 2022
A special offer for you and the animals
Get a unique gift or art from Westcoast Artist Sarah Hammond and help Canadian wildlife at the same time with this limited offer!
November 7, 2022
Announcing our 2022 Scholarship Award Recipients
The Fur-Bearers is pleased to announce the recipients for the The Fur-Bearers Arts & Science Scholarship for 2022.
November 7, 2022
Most British Columbians support mink fur farm closures
Polling by BC SPCA shows vast support, one year after closures announced due to public health concerns.
November 4, 2022
3 Ways DST Ending Impacts Animals
You’ll love the extra hour of sleep. Your furry companions and local wildlife may be less enthused.
November 3, 2022
Bill introduced to protect bear dens in British Columbia
An amendment to the Wildlife Act has been proposed that would protect bear dens across British Columbia.
November 1, 2022
Are there animals in your perfume?
Wild Coast Perfume explains what animal products are used in perfume and cologne – and how to avoid them.
November 1, 2022
British Columbia permanently bans certain rodenticides
Province announces permanent restrictions for the sale and use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs)
October 28, 2022
Why Coexisting With Raccoons Matters
Raccoons play an important role in our ecosystems, and it is important that we learn to appreciate our wild neighbours and coexist with them, writes volunteer Ashley Sim Yun U!
October 26, 2022
How I Stopped Squirrels From Stealing Spuds
A simple system that starts with understanding squirrels and ends with coexistence.
October 26, 2022
Upcoming Vancouver Event: Real Fur Documentary Screening, Q & A
Don’t miss the screening of documentary Real Fur in Vancouver! Join director Taimoor Choudhry and The Fur-Bearer’s Lesley Fox for an exclusive Q & A.
October 25, 2022
BC Wolf Cull: New documents suggest BC using ‘Judas Wolves’
The Fur-Bearers has obtained new documents that reveal how wolves are being killed by government contractors in BC’s remote wilderness.
October 25, 2022
Five tips to keep your family safe during trapping season
The Fur-Bearers continues to push for common-sense updates to trapping regulations, but in the meantime, these tips may prevent tragedy.
October 24, 2022
Green Infrastructure with Dr. Anna Zakrisson
Dr. Anna Zakrisson, a green infrastructure researcher joins the podcast to discuss what green roofs and green infrastructure can do for our cities.
October 24, 2022
Nova Scotia mink farms accessed nearly $100M from 2013-18
The Fur-Bearers has obtained documents showing the extent of government support for the country’s largest fur-producing province: Nova Scotia.
October 19, 2022
2023 Clements Awards Nominations Open
Help identify outstanding individuals who have improved the lives of fur-bearing animals in Canada!
October 19, 2022
What is an Ecosystem?
You’ve probably heard the word, but do you know all the places you can find ecosystems?
October 17, 2022
batch skincare featuring Tricia Stevens
To talk more about this fresh company and what sets them apart, as well as details on how your purchase can help wildlife, Tricia Stevens joined Defender Radio.
October 17, 2022
The Fisher (Pekania pennanti)
Get to know about this important, fascinating fur-bearer in an in-depth article written by volunteer Réjeanne Lacroix!
October 14, 2022
BC must do better for black bear cubs
Skinniness should not be a death sentence for bear cubs in British Columbia. The Fur-Bearers is calling for change to protect young bears.
October 14, 2022
Killing won’t solve negative encounters with wildlife
Coyote Watch Canada and The Fur-Bearers appeal to City of Ottawa to use coexistence solutions, not lethal control, to end negative encounters.
October 13, 2022
Before you post that wildlife video…
Questions to ask yourself when you want to share video or photos of local wildlife.
October 12, 2022
The Switch: Fairtrade Fashion with Kemp Edwards
Kemp Edwards, sustainable business expert, President & CEO at Econic Apparel and Ethical Profiling, and Principal at Vert2Grow, joins The Switch to share how people can make a difference in the world through how they buy clothes.
October 10, 2022
