Calling all artists & crafters: donations needed for silent auction!
The Fur-Bearers are hosting a silent auction in November to benefit wildlife and are in need of donations. Can you help?
September 14, 2023
Tag: coexist
Tote Bag Giveaway!
Become a monthly Defender donor and win one of our amazing organic cotton tote bags!
September 14, 2023
Open Letter: Beavers can help fight the climate crisis
Ecological benefits of beavers are well-documented in research, but are undermined by the commercial trapping licensing regime of the government of BC.
September 13, 2023
Action Alert: End commercial trapping of beavers in B.C.
The province needs to implement urgent measures to stop the commercial and recreational trapping of beavers and recognize their ecological benefits.
September 13, 2023
Dumpster drainage holes can be a danger to skunks
Covering drainage holes or using a mesh protector may be required by law in your municipality and will prevent injuries to skunks.
September 13, 2023
Five facts you need to know about skunks in your neighbourhood
You can coexist with skunks in your neighbourhood. These five facts will help get you started!
September 12, 2023
Wildlife are facing extreme pressures and need relief
In Canada’s worst fire season on record, we don’t know for certain what the medium and long-term impacts will be on wildlife, and because of that, there is an urgent need to relieve pressures we can control in the face of uncertainty.
September 11, 2023
Undercover footage of penned dog hunting released
The Fur-Bearers join Animal Justice in calling for an end to ‘trial and train’ areas following disturbing photos and videos.
August 22, 2023
Hyperphagia: bears on the move need your help
Late summer and fall is a time of increased bear activity. Learn about hyperphagia and the steps you can take to help keep bears and people safe.
August 17, 2023
Bear poo: Important stuff!
There’s a lot to learn about bears just by looking at their poo! Read some fun facts about bear scat!
August 16, 2023
It’s Canada’s worst fire season. How can beavers help fight wildfires?
Beavers are known to be ecosystem engineers. Can they also help during times of drought and wildlfires?
August 15, 2023
Four ways your fruit tree can help your community
Removing ripe fruits and berries is an important element of wildlife coexistence that can also provide a service to your community.
August 14, 2023
Think this plant is responsible for allergies? Think again.
Goldenrod species are an important late season pollinator, and provide food sources for native wildlife.
August 9, 2023
Feeding may be cause of Vancouver raccoon encounters
It is illegal to feed wildlife in Vancouver on public and private property – and it may be the cause of a series of negative encounters with raccoons.
August 9, 2023
Four ways your workplace can support The Fur-Bearers
Learn how your workplace can give to The Fur-Bearers and support wildlife coexistence.
August 4, 2023
Calgary’s focus on attractants will help wildlife and residents
Proposed amendments to city’s waste bylaw would help reduce negative encounters with bears and other wildlife.
August 2, 2023
BC Grizzly Bear Framework: Share your voice!
British Columbia is seeking input to a draft Grizzly Bear Stewardship Framework. Learn how to have your voice added!
July 13, 2023
City of Airdrie shifts from killing beavers to coexistence
A beaver assessment accepted by city council recommends a coexistence-centred approach to beaver management.
July 13, 2023
Regarding Raccoons: 4 Remarkable Facts
Raccoons benefit ecosystems in many ways, and some of them may surprise you!
July 12, 2023
Sticker Pack Giveaway!
We’re giving away 100 FREE sticker packs this month! Enter for a chance to win now.
July 6, 2023
5 Tips to Keep Wildlife Out of Chicken Coops
Backyard hens will attract wildlife in all ecosystems. These steps can help reduce the changes of a negative encounter between animals and farmed chickens.
June 28, 2023
Fruiting trees are attractants for wildlife
Five tips to help prevent negative encounters with animals by managing fruit and berry trees on your property.
June 26, 2023
Bear necessities: 3 ways that bears help our environment
Bears are fascinating creatures, and they’re also an important part of our ecosystem! Here are 3 important things bears do to help our environment.
June 23, 2023
Petition e-4351 to replace fireworks
House of Commons petition requires 500 signatures to be entered into the legislature
June 15, 2023
