Fleeing the flames: how wildfire impacts wildlife
From mortality to loss of habitat, forest fires bring negative consequences for wild animals. Read about how you can help animals during wildfires.
August 21, 2023
Tag: environment
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
Nova Scotia mink farms accessed nearly $100M from 2013-18
The Fur-Bearers has obtained documents showing the extent of government support for the country’s largest fur-producing province: Nova Scotia.
October 19, 2022
Q&A: Sarah Ronald illuminates the experience of wildlife
BC animal artist Sarah Ronald on her philosophy, showing human impact on wildlife, the role of art and her new exhibit at the Beaty Biodiversity Museum in Vancouver.
April 20, 2022
You voted, now what?
Three wildlife-related topics on which to educate your (new) Member of Parliament
September 22, 2021
Defender Radio Podcast Update: The Return
Michael Howie brings you updates on the podcast and his hiatus, new episodes on the way and how you can get involved with the show.
June 2, 2021
June 24, 2020
Free puzzles: zigzag word search!
Zigzwag word searches give readers of all ages a challenge!
March 23, 2020
VICTORY: Prada Group Goes Fur Free!
The Fur Free Alliance (of which The Fur-Bearers is a member) is proud to announce that Prada Group is going fur free!
May 24, 2019
Introducing The Young Defenders
The Fur-Bearers and Defender Radio are proud to announce the launch of a new project: The Young Defenders, a site and podcast to help youth Defend The Future Of Wildlife And The Environment Through Education, Communication and Kindness.
May 24, 2019
Keep skunks safe with these four easy steps!
The Fur-Bearers have four ways that you can help skunks in your neighbourhood that are as simple as 1, 2, 3…
May 22, 2019
California may end all fur trapping
Assemblywoman’s bill points that wildlife viewing worth more than trapping.
January 29, 2019
BC Conservation Officer Authority Questioned: Appeal Filed to Supreme Court of Canada
The Fur-Bearers have filed an applicationfor leave to appealto the Supreme Court of Canada.
September 10, 2018
Have your say on wildlife and habitat in BC
Government website open for commenting by residents on a variety of wildlife and habitat related issues.
May 30, 2018
What the BC budget means for the animals
A brief look at highlights from the budget and how it could impact wildlife in British Columbia.
February 23, 2018
452: Elizabeth May Says We Have The Power To Go Green
Green Party of Canada leader Elizabeth May joins the show to talk practical government policies to combat climate change, and how we can all help on a daily basis.
October 30, 2017
Our open letter to PM Justin Trudeau on the Trans Mountain expansion
We know this decision cannot be simple for you. Kinder Morgan, a big oil company out of the United States, wants to spend a great deal of money in Canada on a pipeline expansion that they propose will make Canadians a lot of money. It’s understandable that you have to look at the potential economic impacts an expanded oil industry could provide for your programs and the people of our nation, and not outright reject every idea to which a few individuals object.
November 23, 2016
Environmental solutions come from business innovators
Images of distraught sea animals being strangled or hampered by plastic six-pack rings are burned into our collective memories. The connective bits of plastic were
May 19, 2016
Pemberton Music Festival cleanup highlights need for change
The time it takes to clean up after an outdoor festival should never extend past the time of the festival itself. Seems like a reasonable
July 22, 2015
Why microbeads are bad for fur-bearers – and what you can do to help
Microbeads are tiny little pieces of plastic widely used in skin and hair care products for their exfoliating properties. But the scientific evidence that shows
June 3, 2015
Four ways to celebrate Earth Day with The Fur-Bearers
Today is Earth Day, and The Fur-Bearers have come up with four easy ways that you can be an eco-hero!
April 22, 2015
What English Bay oil spill means for the animals
Toxic fuel is spreading to the shore in Vancouver’s English Bay after a leak from a cargo ship last night – and that means animals
April 9, 2015
Winners of Aviva Community Fund show Canadians are compassionate
The good news: 40 organizations and community groups across Canada have received funding as part of the Aviva Community Fund. The great news: 45 per
January 29, 2015
Canadian leaders losing grasp on wildlife, environmental realities
Eyebrows are raising around the world after what can only be called a disastrous week of disturbing news from Canada’s leaders on issues such as
December 12, 2014
