Relocation isn’t a cure for conflict
Removing animals doesn’t solve core issues of conflict and can lead to more problems for both animals and humans.
August 8, 2018
Tag: coyote
Coyotes and wildlife as political pawns
Municipal elections are approaching across Canada – is someone using coyotes or wildlife in your community?
August 7, 2018
“Aggressive” animals often responding to human aggression
CBC article cites reports of aggression but doesn’t go in-depth on how we create the problems.
July 23, 2018
What are humane traps?
A trade agreement is often referenced making people believe trapping is “humane.” But it certainly is not.
July 13, 2018
ACTION ALERT: Cambridge Trapping Coyotes
The City of Cambridge is trapping a coyote family despite offers of assistance from The Fur-Bearers and Coyote Watch Canada. Take action now!
July 12, 2018
Success or Failure: Predator Removal (533)
Can predator removal be successful in resolving conflict? Or is it doomed to failure? Will co-existence emerge as the scientifically proven champion of management? Get the answers from PhD candidate and study author Robert James Lennox!
July 11, 2018
Temporary closures of trails a responsible part of co-existence
Parks Canada made the right choice to protect wildlife when a coyote den site was identified.
May 25, 2018
New Evidence Puts A Target On Predator Bounties (527)
Bounties on wolves and coyotes don’t work, and new research from Dr. Gilbert Proulx and Sadie Parr supports putting an end to them.
May 16, 2018
NEWS BRIEF: 527 – New Evidence Puts A Target On Predator Bounties
A new study shows that livestock isn’t a food source for coyotes and wolves in Alberta and calls for an end to bounties. Get the facts in five with this news brief!
May 14, 2018
When wildlife appears: three things to know for communities
Foxes, coyotes, raccoons, and other animals may be looking for new places to live in the spring and summer.
May 8, 2018
Helping North Vancouver co-exist with coyotes
The Fur-Bearers distributed door hanger educational pamphlets for residents in area of conflict.
May 4, 2018
Co-Existing With Coyotes In Suburban Burlington (521)
Coyote Watch Canada and the Defender Radio Podcast explore LaSalle Park in Burlington and explore what could be leading to potential coyote conflict, and how the solution exists in human behaviour.
April 6, 2018
NEWS BRIEF: 521 – Co-existing With Coyotes In Suburban Burlington
Coyote Watch Canada and the Defender Radio Podcast check out coyote hotspots in Burlington’s LaSalle Park – get it in five with this News Brief!
April 4, 2018
ACTION ALERT: Say NO to Coyote Trapping in Montréal
Use our one-click letter/petition to tell the City ofMontréal that co-existence is the ethical, humane, and effective choice to preventing or mitigating conflict!
March 26, 2018
Fur industry uses concept of sustainability to excuse inherently inhumane methods
Sustainable moniker can mislead consumers into thinking fur is ethically acceptable.
March 1, 2018
‘Ethically-sourced’ is the latest marketing term in green washing campaigns
Terminology about fur or other products that is entirely subjective is entirely unreliable.
February 21, 2018
Three behaviours mistaken for aggression in coyotes
People create fear and coyotes are persecuted often because we don't understand what these beautiful canids are saying or doing.
January 26, 2018
Five things to know about fur trim and Canada Goose
Looking for a quick starting point in understanding why so many stand against Canada Goose? Here are the basics you need to know about Canada Goose, fur trim, and why it can never be humane.
January 19, 2018
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
ACTION ALERT: Sportchek is selling fur again
Retailer restocks fur trimmed products after stating they would not do so last season, citing consumer demand.
November 15, 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
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
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
Coyotes aren’t the problem, and trapping isn’t the solution
Attractants andhuman behaviour are the cause of conflict with wildlife and pets.
September 1, 2017
