Dr. Anna Zakrisson, a green infrastructure researcher and science communicator, joins The Switch to give a quick rundown on urban meadows, how we can reboot natural processes, and why green lawns can be ecological dead zones.
Questions that go unasked could change public perception and attitudes.
A 6′ fence keeps human visitors from entering the yard. What impact might it have on local wildlife? A trail cam reveals what happened!
The BC SPCA’s Erin Ryan joins Defender Radio to talk rodenticides, SGARs, how you can help end their use, and alternatives to keeping rodents out.
Read our recent letter sent to Calgary Mayor and Council regarding beavers being trapped by the city.
Get details and pre-register for The Fur-Bearers’ Annual General Meeting on July 13, 2022.
The Fur-Bearers has collaborated with UBC students on a research project that looked at the public’s perceptions of black bears in their communities.
Changes to Wildlife Act regulations are coming. Read what this might mean for Cottontail and European rabbits in BC.
Educate your community by distributing a small number of bear door hangers to improve outcomes for wildlife!
Because of recent successes, The Fur-Bearers are poised to take on new opportunities to end fur farming in Canada – with your help.
Read our open letter about a Saskatchewan Conservation Officer bringing a young moose to a school classroom.
Read The Fur-Bearers’ submission on proposed changes to the use of rodenticides in British Columbia
Language used in media can remove a feeling of responsibility for consequences to wildlife.
Trail cams document cross-species communication in an urban yard.
GPS-treasure hunt is a great family-friendly activity, especially when being mindful of area wildlife and ecosystems!
Use these tips to stash your trash as wildlife seek easy spring snacks.
Support The Fur-Bearers’ conservation, advocacy, research and educational campaigns by donating your cryptocurrency via CanadaHelps.
New census data from Statistics Canada reveals that fur farming has reached a historic low.
“People sometimes don’t realize how much wildlife is all around them,” writes Michael Howie. “Trail cameras give us a glimpse into an ecosystem we rarely get to see.”
Ten concerned residents have increased original reward from $1,000 to $10,000 leading to identification and conviction of the person(s) responsible.
SGARs that lead to wildlife deaths and significant ecological issues may soon be heavily restricted.
Talk to your candidates and find out where they stand on these important issues!
The Fur-Bearers calls on BC Conservation Officer Service to clarify roles and create measurable change to reduce deaths of animals.
BC animal artist Sarah Ronald on her philosophy, showing human impact on wildlife, the role of art and her new exhibit at the Beaty Biodiversity Museum in Vancouver.
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