How many dead bears will it take?
Wildlife is being cruelly and unnecessarily killed due to human apathy.
August 5, 2020
Tag: BC
Response to Ministry of Agriculture on COVID-19 and mink farms
Our response to the B.C. Ministry of Agriculture regarding COVID-19 and mink farms in the province.
July 3, 2020
Dutch mink farming ends in face of COVID-19
Partij voor de Dieren reports victory for millions of mink in Netherlands.
June 25, 2020
The Bear Necessities
How to keep bears and people safe while having fun in bear country, featuring the North Shore Black Bear Society!
June 18, 2020
How much more of your money will Canada bet on mink farms?
CBC article and analysis shows massive losses amid a disappearing market.
June 2, 2020
GRAPHIC CONTENT: Delta raccoon tortured by trap; reward up to $6,000
The Fur-Bearers, community members seek justice for injured raccoon.
May 26, 2020
BC’s 13 uninspected mink farms must be secured
Coronavirus is spreading in European mink farms – yet BC’s mink farms haven’t been inspected in over a year.
May 13, 2020
Community comes together to spread coexistence message
This week, thanks to the efforts of Darlene B., her mother Margaret and the Rotary Club of Maple Ridge, residents in the Silver Valley area of Maple Ridge, BC, will receive one of our coexisting with black bears door hangers.
April 28, 2020
ACTION ALERT: Ban Leg-Hold Traps in BC!
This pregnant fox had exposed bones as she dragged a trap down the road in BC. It's time to end the use of leg-hold traps!
March 31, 2020
Critique finds flaws in BC’s wolf cull paper
Non-lethal solutions exist and can protect at-risk caribou without slaughtering wolves.
February 10, 2020
The Wild World of Ecotourism
Ecotourism keeps visitors – and the animals they’re viewing – happy and healthy. Hear more about ethical, sustainable and successful ecotourism from Eric Boyum of Ocean Adventures on the Defender Radio podcast!
February 6, 2020
Richmond residents don’t need to fear raccoons
Understanding what’s causing behaviour is the first step in addressing it.
January 22, 2020
Open letter: transparency, independent oversight can resolve BCCOS concerns
Reviews of transportation, drugs, communications and other topics should be standard for armed government agency.
January 17, 2020
ACTION ALERT: Comment on BC hunting and trapping regulations
The Fur-Bearers highlight four items to consider commenting upon.
January 17, 2020
Reward offered in Beaverdell skinned animal case
NO GRAPHIC IMAGES: The discarded skin of what appears to be a bear cub found in Beaverdell has prompted The Fur-Bearers to issue a reward to assist an investigation.
January 2, 2020
ACTION ALERT: Allow Municipalities To Protect Families And Wildlife
It is time for Minister Doug Donaldson to take action and protect British Columbians from the dangers of traps.
December 13, 2019
GRAPHIC CONTENT: Injuries from traps double in two years for Critter Care
Rewards issued in two cases of raccoons trapped in British Columbia, and a call for action from the province.
December 11, 2019
Raincoast/ELC report shows need for oversight, change at COS
BC’s armed conservation officers face no external complaint or review process, legal report notes.
September 19, 2019
ACTION ALERT: BC wants to kill MORE wolves
Document unearthed by Conservation North indicates plan to kill at least 80% of wolves in regions.
September 16, 2019
Confirmed: Raccoon killed in Victoria being investigated
The Fur-Bearers has tips to help residents prevent conflict and confrontation with wildlife.
August 28, 2019
GRAPHIC CONTENT: Langley, BC residents warned after second raccoon found in trap
WARNING: This article contains upsetting information. However, graphic photos are not visible unless clicked for access.
August 26, 2019
Just the facts: the Conservation Officer Service and bear killings
The Conservation Officer Service has stuck to their guns on why they kill so many bears in British Columbia. Let’s look at their messaging and compare it to the bare facts.
August 20, 2019
GRAPHIC CONTENT: Langley raccoon maimed by trap, reward issued
Full image is accessible with link, but hidden in article. Please help find justice for this raccoon.
August 20, 2019
Statement On Coquitlam Bear Killings and Arrests
“There is a clear lack of trust between the public and the COS,” says Lesley Fox of The Fur-Bearers. “This cannot continue."
July 31, 2019
