HUGE NEWS: During an election debate on animal protection this week, four of the main political parties in Quebec committed to banning fur farming in the province.
From COVID-19 oubreaks to impacts on the environment, this post compiles research published in 2022 about fur farming in Canada.
A judgment has been made on The Fur-Bearers’ judicial review regarding the BC government’s issuance of a fur farm licence to a chinchilla farm.
We are calling on our supporters, animal protection advocates, and all members of the public to engage with their elected representatives on this issue.
Because of recent successes, The Fur-Bearers are poised to take on new opportunities to end fur farming in Canada – with your help.
New census data from Statistics Canada reveals that fur farming has reached a historic low.
The Fur-Bearers’ petition calling for the end of fur farming in British Columbia has made its way to the legislature!
Ireland becomes the most recent country to ban fur farming, after similar moves in France, Italy and Estonia in 2021. The three remaining fur farms are expected to close this year.
Get the latest updates on what’s happening in government and the courts from The Fur-Bearers
The Fur-Bearers have obtained documents that show millions of dollars are being accessed by fur farms in Ontario.
Hear from the politician who introduced a bill to end fur farming in Canada this year!
In an era when consumers, companies, and entire countries are rejecting fur, the Government of Nova Scotia is funding its production.
You may be surprised at what we heard when we asked multiple government agencies this question.
One third of Estonian legislators pledge support to ban fur farms, most parties say they support change.
News release highlights ethics, welfare, and public health concerns in call to shut down British Columbia’s operating fur farms.
“Biosecurity measures” didn’t keep coronavirus out. And a vaccine won’t end the risk posed by fur farm conditions.
Established in 1953, The Fur-Bearers is a charitable, non-partisan organization whose goals are to end the commercial fur trade and promote solutions for wildlife coexistence in communities. Your donation is tax-deductible. Charitable registration number: 130006125RR0002
