Bear killings: the misuse of “euthanasia”
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
October 2, 2024
Tag: BC Black Bears
Viral bear video shows correct response to encounter
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.
September 25, 2024
BC partners with NGO on BC COS and bear issues
Grizzly Bear Foundation partnership a step forward in addressing long-held concerns
September 9, 2024
Impact Report: Helping Canada’s Black Bears
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.
August 26, 2024
BCCOS data inconsistency is troubling
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.
August 13, 2024
Finding solutions in BC’s deadliest community for black bears
Local group outlines current initiatives to reduce deaths of black bears in Prince George, British Columbia.
July 18, 2024
Bear Coexistence Door Hangers Available
Educate your community by distributing a small number of bear door hangers to improve outcomes for wildlife!
July 17, 2024
BC’s Top Ten Deadliest Communities for Black Bears
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.
July 16, 2024
Why access to community-level black bear data is so important
The Fur-Bearers is calling on the British Columbia Conservation Officer Service to proactively publish key data to help protect black bears.
July 16, 2024
Join our BC black bear webinar!
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.
July 12, 2024
Two new BC communities become “bear smart”
Achievement is noteworthy, but requires ongoing efforts to educate on and enforce policies
July 2, 2024
BC black bear gets head stuck in grease trap
Successfully and safely saved, situation a reminder that attractants are a priority
June 28, 2024
TIL: Black bear myths that may surprise you
We’re tackling and dispelling common myths about black bears in Canada
June 17, 2024
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
City of Rossland makes pawsitive move for bears
New bylaw puts financial pressure on residents to make change for black bears and other wildlife
November 7, 2023
How feeding birds feeds bears and coyotes
You can’t control who gets attracted by food or eats it when left in nature, and that can lead to consequences for wildlife.
October 25, 2023
End cycle of killing by billing repeat offenders
Black bears are being killed in disproportionate numbers in some municipalities, while we all pay the price
October 5, 2023
NEWS: Black bears on the move
September among worst months for bear deaths in British Columbia; residents reminded to secure attractants
August 29, 2023
Fall Wildlife Attractants Checklist
Help keep wildlife wild and your community coexisting by using this simple checklist.
August 29, 2023
BC’s Deadliest Communities for Black Bears
2022 data reveals the areas where bears are most often killed by Conservation Officers.
June 27, 2023
Warm winter weather can wake wildlife
People-provided food can keep bears, other animals from resting and create negative encounters
January 3, 2023
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
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
$5,000 reward offered in Roche Lake Road bear poaching
Paws removed from carcass, remainder of bear left behind, according to reports
September 12, 2022
