The Switch: Winter Planting For Wildlife
Late winter and early spring are great times to get outside and sow wildflower seeds that benefit pollinators, wildlife, and entire ecosystems!
Late winter and early spring are great times to get outside and sow wildflower seeds that benefit pollinators, wildlife, and entire ecosystems!
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Belief that feeding is harmless is a driving factor behind conflicts, deaths of wildlife.
Here are five benefits of monthly gifts and how they make a big impact for animals across Canada!
This post fact-checks a statement that padded leg-hold traps aren’t painful for coyotes.
A new documentary series, Trapped In The Past, is challenging why killing neck snares remain legal to use, what impact they have on wildlife, and how a lack of updated regulations puts wildlife, people, and pets at risk.
The Fur-Bearers has called for the University of British Columbia to suspend research project.
The Edgy Veg joins Defender Radio podcast to share her journey to plant-based eating, why advocacy always matters, and what makes some recipes Edgy!
Charged with feeding coyotes in parks around the time of bites, resident faces $3,500 fine
Learn how to release pets from traps and why dogs and cats are common victims in Canada.
Annoyed by furry visitors at your home or business? Here’s how to get along without hurting them.
Are you an active gardener looking for ways to reduce your impact on the local environment? Rain barrels are a great, accessible place to start! Join me for a quick conversation about the known – and perhaps less known – benefits of using rain barrels around your home.
Learn all about seed dispersal and how it benefits the environment and increases biodiversity in this article by volunteer Holly Hastings!
Three raccoons were seriously injured by traps at a Mission, BC, residence. Two of the raccoons were humanely euthanized due to extent of injuries, one may survive.
Beaver Trust is bringing European beavers back to the UK to help create and protect biodiversity and climate resilience. Hear from restoration expert Dr. Roisin Campbell-Palmer on this podcast episode!
Snare traps are widely used to kill Canadian wildlife in the commercial fur trade. This post looks at the impact of snares on wildlife and pets.
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You can capture the beauty of Canada’s wildlife while keeping them safe, wild, and free.
When we consider wildlife interactions from a wild viewpoint, the narrative changes, particularly for pet owners.
Written and Directed by Marisa King; Starring, Kristi Boulton, Marisa King, and Michael Howie. Original carol by Julian Sark.
We answer common questions about tax receipts, timelines, and when to ask for help!
Gift giving is wonderful and generous, but around the holidays can generate a lot of waste. Dr. Elisabeth Ormandy (TEDx speaker, UBC Professor and zero waste enthusiast) is making The Switch to zero waste gift giving!
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!
Holiday foods can lead to digestive emergencies, stress can lead to behavioural concerns, and a shift in schedules throws anyone off! Read more on how to keep your pets healthy and happy over the holidays.