VICTORY: Grizzly bear hunt to end in British Columbia
Province says that hunting of grizzly bears is not in line with values of British Columbians.
December 19, 2017
Tag: coexist
More unanswered questions than facts in CTV report on coyote conflict
Conflict with wildlife can be frightening, upsetting, and anger-inducing. But that shouldn’t stop a journalist from doing their job.
December 12, 2017
The Fur-Bearers ready to assist with Pender Island beavers
Parks Canada plan to kill beavers on hold following outcry from residents, and The Fur-Bearers have offered to assist from afar or in the field.
November 14, 2017
501: Communities Can Co-exist With Coyotes
Lesley Sampson of Coyote Watch Canada joined Defender Radio for an outdoor interview to talk co-existence programs, community buy-in, and what can lead to success or failure for co-flourishing with coyotes.
November 14, 2017
Multilingual wildlife advocacy tools being developed by The Fur-Bearers
Finding a way to compassionately communicate and advocate for the animals across Canada’s rich, diverse cultures and populations a priority.
November 9, 2017
OPEN LETTER: Deputy Minister needs to offer more on Bragg Creek bear cub
Our letter to the Albertan Deputy Minister responding to residents concerned about the injured and orphaned black bear pushes for answers about poor policy.
November 2, 2017
450: Stop Poisoning The Wolves
Wolves are being poisoned and Sadie Parr of Wolf Awareness Inc., shares the truth about this inhumane and unethical treatment, and how we can protect wolves and other species from cruel, legal poisons.
October 17, 2017
Halifax feeding by-law would give region tools to resolve conflict
One resident feeding pork chops to raccoons has created conflict for an entire neighbourhood.
October 3, 2017
OPEN LETTER: Inside Halton is failing people, their pets, and the wildlife of their communities
The goals of Inside Halton are commendable. But the results are not, and could in fact create dangerous scenarios…
September 28, 2017
Why we don’t feed the animals – or the trolls
In our last discussion about managing internet trolls, a funny thing happened: we realized it was a lotlike conversations we have about preventing wildlife conflict.
September 28, 2017
Why we’re at the UBCM, and how you can help
The Union of BC Municipalities convention is an opportunity for us to talk to people about how their communities can create change for animals.
September 26, 2017
Four easy ways to keep skunks safe in your neighbourhood
Protecting our striped friends is as simple as 1, 2, 3… and 4!
September 14, 2017
Sole survivors of the Bow Valley wolf pack disperse
Human activity ultimately led to the deaths of several wolves, including their pups.
September 11, 2017
Three ways you’re helping save bears in Coquitlam!
It’s as easy as number three! Find out more in the article.
September 6, 2017
Three things kids should know if they see animals on their walk to school
You might be surprised at what #3 says to keep your family, as well as wildlife and domestic animals, safe!
September 6, 2017
A tale of two tails: you’ll love this story about two rescued beavers in Alberta!
Love at first sight for beavers 16-946 and 17-536 at Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation!
August 24, 2017
Parks Canada cracking down on PEI fox feedings
“Unusual” fox behaviour attributed to feeding at National Park.
August 11, 2017
CBC’s sensationalism could be harmful to coyotes
Michael Howie's complaint to the CBC Ombudsman shines light on failings in editing, reporting of wildlife.
August 9, 2017
The Fur-Bearers challenge cub killing in judicial review
The lawfulness of a Conservation Officer killing a bear cub is being challenged through a judicial review, initiated by The Fur-Bearers.
August 2, 2017
Bear killed because of campground conflict: what you can do to stop it
A bear was killed on Vancouver Island earlier this month, and the Conservation Officer Service intends to trap and potentially kill another – all because of human activity.
July 31, 2017
Yukon bears being killed due to people’s choices
The message has been clear: keep your dog on leash when in bear territory. But one hiker didn’t, and a bear near Whitehorse is now dead. The CBC reported that both Conservation Officers and non-profits are urging residents to change their behaviour following the latest incident, putting the number of bears killed following conflict to nearly 40 in the Whitehorse area.
July 26, 2017
Wildlife encounters: is there a crisis in our parks?
“Don’t run toward the bear” falls into the “duh” category of wildlife co-existence and outdoor safety. Yet, across Canada, people are actually running toward the bears.
July 24, 2017
Store-bought traps: the trouble isn’t in the brand, it’s in the design
Traps designed to capture and incapacitate or kill animals do just that – and the results can be horrific. Ontario resident Jessie Wall and her
July 19, 2017
How one bobcat was worth $308,105 (it wasn’t for their fur!)
How did a single bobcat get valued at $308,105? A paper published in the journal Biodiversity and Conservation answered that question – and challenged what it means for wildlife management in the mid-Western state
July 17, 2017
