Trapping seasons open in Canada: how to stay safe
Body-gripping traps and snares do not require signage and can quickly injure or kill domestic animals, in addition to wildlife.
October 7, 2024
Tag: Canada
e-Petition calls for change to animal testing
Sign the petition urging the Canadian government to tighten regulations and increase funding to non-animal testing methods.
June 24, 2024
Tips to keep pets and wildlife safe during Canada Day fireworks
For animal lovers of all types, this can be an extremely trying time, whether you have a dog who’s noise sensitive or reactionary, a cat that ventures outdoors, or are aware of the wildlife scurrying around your neighbourhood.
June 22, 2024
REWARD UPDATE: Black bear rescued from Coquitlam trap
The Fur-Bearers are offering $1,000 in connection to the incident of a black bear trapped near the Pitt River.
May 6, 2024
Celebrate mom and protect wildlife across Canada
eCards are a wonderful way to say thank you, I love you, and more this Mother’s Day. Check out our wildlife-inspired eCards and give a gift that protects wildlife!
May 6, 2024
Canada bans the use of strychnine poison!
Health Canada’s decision ends the use of the inhumane and cruel poison in Canada.
March 7, 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
Do Canadians believe trapping is humane?
National survey reveals what Canadians think about killing neck snares and leg-hold traps.
February 6, 2024
Trapping season is starting. Here are 3 things you need to know.
Autumn marks the beginning of trapping season across Canada. This post highlights the risks of trapping to the public.
September 19, 2023
CFIA says to not feed dogs raw poultry. What about mink farms?
Canada’s food regulator warns Canadians about H5N1 risks. Where is the warning about fur farming?
May 24, 2023
End the use of inhumane poisons in Canada
The Fur-Bearers has submitted comments for Health Canada’s consultation on the use of strychnine and sodium monofluoroacetate (compound 1080).
December 1, 2022
VICTORY: Over 1,400 coexistence door hangers distributed
Our bear awareness door hangers are hitting doors in communities across British Columbia and Canada!
August 8, 2022
2021 Census: Fewer than 100 fur farms left in Canada
New census data from Statistics Canada reveals that fur farming has reached a historic low.
May 16, 2022
How many fur farms are left in Canada?
You may be surprised at what we heard when we asked multiple government agencies this question.
February 23, 2022
3/4 of Canadians support a ban on fur farming
A new survey has found that three in four Canadians support a nationwide ban on fur farming.
February 8, 2022
Announcing our 2021 Scholarship Award Recipients
The Fur-Bearers are pleased to announce our scholarship award recipients for the 2021 year.
January 5, 2022
New data reveals fewer animals killed on Canadian fur farms
Statistics Canada has published new data on fur farming in Canada. The new data update adds information for years 2019 and 2020. There is reason to be optimistic.
October 29, 2021
Rose’s Story: A Portrait of Fur Farming in Canada
There are hundreds of thousands of animals on Canada’s fur farms. Rose was one of them, this is her story.
July 21, 2021
Arts & Science Scholarships Now Available
The Fur-Bearers has launched a scholarship program to promote wildlife coexistence through artistic creation and scientific research. As human and non-human animal environments have become
July 8, 2021
Coronavirus confirmed on Utah mink farms
More than one million mink culled in Europe after virus rips through farms.
August 17, 2020
Mink farms could be transmission point for COVID-19
The Fur-Bearers calls on government to put protections in place at fur farms.
April 27, 2020
Majority of Canadians oppose killing animals for fur
Survey reveals strong majority want to #MakeFurHistory
November 29, 2019
Five facts: what’s so humane about fur?
Before you scroll away, consider if your family pet had to endure this treatment.
November 27, 2019
UPDATED: Fur-free and non-animal winter wear
How to find animal-free jackets that will keep you warm all winter!
November 13, 2019
