
Trio of bear cubs orphaned in Whistler
Experts on the ground are yet to find the cubs after mother killed in BC community.
Experts on the ground are yet to find the cubs after mother killed in BC community.
What happens when someone sees a lone bear cub in British Columbia? Should they call a rehab centre? Should they intervene?
Data suggests 303 black bears killed is a 49.7% drop from previous year, though much work remains to be done.
Researchers show that human factors – like attractants – must be mitigated if policymakers want to see change.
Paws and gall bladders removed from two black bears left floating in Harrison River, according to reports
Black bears are killed year-round by the BC Conservation Officer Service (BC COS) but September and October can be the most deadly months – and
The video showing a BC man speak calmly to, clap at, and create space for a black bear he found in his open garage showcases the best way to respond in an encounter.
Grizzly Bear Foundation partnership a step forward in addressing long-held concerns
The Fur-Bearers developed videos, held government agencies accountable, garnered significant media attention, and sent out thousands of educational pamphlets about black bears this summer.
The Fur-Bearers discovered a discrepancy between the data sets of black bears killed released publicly on the agency’s website and the data released in response to FOI requests.
Local group outlines current initiatives to reduce deaths of black bears in Prince George, British Columbia.
Educate your community by distributing a small number of bear door hangers to improve outcomes for wildlife!
British Columbia’s Top Ten Deadliest Communities for black bears were identified by the BC COS – but the government agency wouldn’t release the location of over 50% of the black bears they killed.
The Fur-Bearers is calling on the British Columbia Conservation Officer Service to proactively publish key data to help protect black bears.
Join our free webinar to learn more about the issues BC black bears face, solutions that are available, and how you can help protect them.
Achievement is noteworthy, but requires ongoing efforts to educate on and enforce policies
Successfully and safely saved, situation a reminder that attractants are a priority
We’re tackling and dispelling common myths about black bears in Canada
Spring’s arrival means it’s time to put away feeders to protect wildlife who are killed when they become “food conditioned”.
New bylaw puts financial pressure on residents to make change for black bears and other wildlife
You can’t control who gets attracted by food or eats it when left in nature, and that can lead to consequences for wildlife.
Black bears are being killed in disproportionate numbers in some municipalities, while we all pay the price
September among worst months for bear deaths in British Columbia; residents reminded to secure attractants
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