Dutch mink farm worker catches coronavirus from animals
13 mink farms are uninspected and running in British Columbia.
May 20, 2020
Tag: make fur history
BC’s 13 uninspected mink farms must be secured
Coronavirus is spreading in European mink farms – yet BC’s mink farms haven’t been inspected in over a year.
May 13, 2020
Mink farms could be transmission point for COVID-19
The Fur-Bearers calls on government to put protections in place at fur farms.
April 27, 2020
Canada Goose to phase out new fur purchasing
News in line with company’s slow movement away from fur.
April 22, 2020
How to handle holiday gifts of fur
Awkward conversations with family and friends can help the animals.
December 12, 2019
Fur trim: the missing perspective
Two views tend to battle out the ethics of coyote fur by companies like Canada Goose, but one opinion is never considered.
December 4, 2019
Double your donation through December 6!
For the next seven days, any donation you may to our campaign to regain charitable status will be DOUBLED up to $5,000!
November 29, 2019
Majority of Canadians oppose killing animals for fur
Survey reveals strong majority want to #MakeFurHistory
November 29, 2019
Five facts: what’s so humane about fur?
Before you scroll away, consider if your family pet had to endure this treatment.
November 27, 2019
Five facts to help you #MakeFurHistory
Number three shocks people, but we're most surprised how few know about number one!
November 26, 2019
Canada Goose to face FTC complaint
The Fur-Bearers and two American-based organizations target ‘humane fur’ claims in United States.
November 19, 2019
UPDATED: Fur-free and non-animal winter wear
How to find animal-free jackets that will keep you warm all winter!
November 13, 2019
North American Fur Auction in peril
Fur industry showing cracks as consumers make compassionate choices.
November 7, 2019
Queen Elizabeth won’t buy new fur, says dresser
Existing fur in collection and traditional garb may stay.
November 6, 2019
Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s to ditch fur by 2021
Company says consumer choice away from fur lead decision.
October 22, 2019
Fur trim fast facts: tips for advocates
Winter is coming so The Fur-Bearers have put together some fast facts to help advocates communicate why it’s time to #MakeFurHistory.
October 17, 2019
California bans sale of new furs
Governor Gavin Newsome signed bill into law, ban becomes active 2023.
October 15, 2019
Federal Trade Commission complaint filed about Canada Goose
The Fur-Bearers and two American-based organizations target ‘humane fur’ claims in United States.
September 30, 2019
ACTION ALERT: It’s time to regulate/define ‘humane’ in Canada
The term 'humane' is unregulated in Canada, meaning any company can make claims of being humane with no protection for consumers or the animals who suffer.
September 11, 2019
ACTION ALERT: Fur should be labelled in Canada!
Fur products aren't labelled in Canada, allowing consumers to be duped into violating ethical, animal welfare, and environmental concerns. Join us in calling for change!
September 6, 2019
California bans fur trapping
Statewide policy prohibits commercial and recreational fur trapping.
September 5, 2019
Canada Goose won’t meet to discuss marketing claims with animal advocates
Two non-profits want to hear about company’s claims of humane sourcing of animal products.
September 4, 2019
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
PJ Smith of HSUS on: Fur, Fashion and The Future
Fur Policy Director at HSUS joins the Defender Radio podcast to share how he helped get Armani and other companies to drop fur and what advocates can do to move the fur-free initiative forward.
May 16, 2019
