Bird feeders feed bears
Spring’s arrival means it’s time to put away feeders to protect wildlife who are killed when they become “food conditioned”.
March 6, 2024
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Celebrating International Women’s Day with Erin Ryan
Meet our volunteer Board President, Erin Ryan, a Registered Professional Biologist who focusses on wild animal welfare.
March 5, 2024
BC Government open to trapping reforms
Minister’s comments signals willingness to bring in changes to protect the public from trapping.
February 28, 2024
Working dog loses leg after days in trap
Family’s harrowing experience sparks calls for updates to trapping regulations – take action now!
February 26, 2024
Open Letter: Protect the public from the trapping industry
The Fur-Bearers sent a letter to BC Premier David Eby calling for trapping reforms after more pets injured in traps.
February 26, 2024
Panel Discussion on Fur Farming – March 6, 2024
Register today for a panel discussion that will discuss the state of fur farming in Canada.
February 22, 2024
Horse shot dead, left for bait on British Columbia trapline
Disturbing scene raises environmental and ethical questions about the use of bait on traplines.
February 20, 2024
The Lives of Wild Dogs with Dr. Valli Fraser-Celin
Improving the lives of dogs across Canada and around the world is a hefty goal – but by talking about the lives of wild dogs, Dr. Valli Fraser-Celin is getting closer to reaching that goal every day.
February 12, 2024
Do Canadians believe trapping is humane?
National survey reveals what Canadians think about killing neck snares and leg-hold traps.
February 6, 2024
The Fur-Bearers’ scholarship supports research on coyote coexistence
Graduate research contributes to coyote-human coexistence by examining people’s attitudes and emotions toward coyotes.
February 6, 2024
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!
February 5, 2024
Lush Valentine’s Day Giveaway!
Enter our draw for an extra special Lush Cosmetics gift basket for Valentine’s Day!
February 1, 2024
Thunder Bay taking coyote feeding seriously
Belief that feeding is harmless is a driving factor behind conflicts, deaths of wildlife.
January 31, 2024
5 Benefits of Monthly Giving
Here are five benefits of monthly gifts and how they make a big impact for animals across Canada!
January 31, 2024
Can leg-hold traps harm coyotes and other wildlife?
This post fact-checks a statement that padded leg-hold traps aren’t painful for coyotes.
January 29, 2024
Trapped In The Past Documentary Series with John E. Marriott
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.
January 29, 2024
Trapping coyotes for research in Stanley Park is dangerous
The Fur-Bearers has called for the University of British Columbia to suspend research project.
January 24, 2024
Plant-Based Eating Gets Edgy with Candice Hutchings
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!
January 22, 2024
Fine levied for feeding wildlife in Stanley Park
Charged with feeding coyotes in parks around the time of bites, resident faces $3,500 fine
January 17, 2024
Dogs and cats caught in traps
Learn how to release pets from traps and why dogs and cats are common victims in Canada.
January 15, 2024
How to get along with backyard raccoons
Annoyed by furry visitors at your home or business? Here’s how to get along without hurting them.
January 15, 2024
The Switch: Rain Barrel Benefits
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.
January 15, 2024
Nature’s Mail: How Seed Dispersers Help Humans
Learn all about seed dispersal and how it benefits the environment and increases biodiversity in this article by volunteer Holly Hastings!
January 15, 2024
Raccoons maimed, killed due to traps
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.
January 10, 2024
