The Fur-Bearers are applauding an initiative from the BC government that can assist Fraser Valley-area agricultural workers transition from fur farming into the greenhouse sector.
A private member’s bill has been introduced in the House of Commons that could mark the beginning of the end of fur farming in Canada.
British Columbia announces plan to phase out mink farming in response to ongoing and future health risks posed.
Our letter outlines WorkSafeBC inspection reports that show systemic issues on fur farms. Read it now and write your own letter with our tips!
The health and safety of BC residents continues to be put at risk as the Ministry of Agriculture announces that multiple mink tested positive on
Did you miss our informative webinar and panel on Monday, July 12? We recorded the entire event and it’s now online.
Chinchilla fur farm operated for several years without a health management plan, a requirement for a permit.
Opposition party agriculture critic pushes for comments on the future of fur farming in BC.
The Fur-Bearers joins the BC SPCA in calling for the government to end its financial support of intensive fur operations.
Fourteen specialists call on the government to re-examine licensing and permits for breeding and confining mink in BC.
Board of Agriculture makes ruling to protect against SARS-CoV-2 pandemic virus, which has resulted in the killing of millions of farmed mink.
House of Commons petition will require a formal response by government if enough signatories participate.
David Suzuki and other researchers point to mounting evidence of disease risks, and ongoing animal welfare issues.
High-level report highlights ongoing concerns surrounding farms, advises transitioning owners to green, climate-meeting goals.
Take action and tell Canada to begin immediate testing and transition farmers out of fur industry.
SARS-CoV-2 devastates mink farms worldwide, regardless of “biosecurity” measures.
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