Wildlife encounters are preventable if timely action is taken
Coyote Watch Canada and The Fur-Bearers call for transparency and quicker response to feeding in the future in Burlington.
September 21, 2022
Tag: education
Research Rundown: The latest research about fur farming in Canada
From COVID-19 oubreaks to impacts on the environment, this post compiles research published in 2022 about fur farming in Canada.
September 13, 2022
3 tips to manage fruit trees to help protect wildlife
Do you have fruit trees? Here are 3 tips to help manage fruit and protect wildlife!
August 24, 2022
The Fur-Bearers scholarship program helps promote coexistence
The Fur-Bearers Arts & Science Scholarship was launched in 2021 to support individuals who are committed to improving coexistence with wildlife in Canada.
August 22, 2022
Adopting a rabbit? Here’s what you need to know
Many rabbits are looking for forever homes. Before you hop into adopting a rabbit, there are a few things you should know.
August 18, 2022
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, 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
The Fur-Bearers’ scholarship supports wolverine conservation in the Rockies
Read about a wolverine research project conducted in the heart of the Rocky Mountains
June 30, 2022
The Switch: Urban Meadows with Dr. Anna Zakrisson
Dr. Anna Zakrisson, a green infrastructure researcher and science communicator, joins The Switch to give a quick rundown on urban meadows, how we can reboot natural processes, and why green lawns can be ecological dead zones.
June 20, 2022
UBC research project looks at coexistence with black bears in BC
The Fur-Bearers has collaborated with UBC students on a research project that looked at the public’s perceptions of black bears in their communities.
June 7, 2022
Rabbits in British Columbia are in trouble: new laws coming
Changes to Wildlife Act regulations are coming. Read what this might mean for Cottontail and European rabbits in BC.
June 2, 2022
Bear Coexistence Door Hangers Available
Educate your community by distributing a small number of bear door hangers to improve outcomes for wildlife!
June 1, 2022
Join The Defenders and Help End Fur Farming in Canada!
Because of recent successes, The Fur-Bearers are poised to take on new opportunities to end fur farming in Canada – with your help.
May 31, 2022
Open Letter: Wild animals do not belong in classrooms
Read our open letter about a Saskatchewan Conservation Officer bringing a young moose to a school classroom.
May 27, 2022
Literature review on urban feeding of wildlife released
Read the latest research on urban wildlife feeding from The Fur-Bearers.
April 14, 2022
Humane Canada’s Summit for Animals
Details of the upcoming national event, both online and in-person this year, are shared by Humane Canada’s Natalia Hanson on Defender Radio.
March 21, 2022
Writing effective Letters To The Editor
Tips on how to keep it short, simple and get the non-human animal perspective published.
March 1, 2022
Ads Thank Residents For Not Feeding Wildlife
Wildlife protection group The Fur-Bearers launches multi-platform campaign to promote coexistence.
October 26, 2021
Radio ads launched to raise awareness of B.C. trapping
Thousands of animals killed, maimed by traps every year, including dogs and cats.
October 13, 2020
COVID-19 impacting conservation efforts
Education and research are being hit hard by COVID-19; but the outlook isn't all negative, writes Cassandra D'Andrea.
July 20, 2020
Spreading the message of co-existence in Calgary
Door hangers handed out by volunteers will help educate public on how to live with coyotes.
August 24, 2018
Three easy ways everyone can help wildlife in their communities
Everyone can play a role in keeping animals safe – and you can do it all from home!
August 21, 2018
Dr. Anna Zakrisson On (breaking out of our echo chambers, the use of magic science wands, serving science by stealth) Her Imaginarium (529)
Scihard with Dr. Anna Zakrisson and learn what science literacy is, how to separate the good from the bad, and a whole lot more on this episode of Defender Radio!
May 30, 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
