Toronto wants your input on wildlife feeding
Feeding of wildlife can lead to significant changes in behaviour and negative encounters for animals. Bylaws create education and enforcement opportunities to prevent this.
November 23, 2021
Tag: Ontario
Mississauga proposes upgrades to wildlife feeding regulations
Feeding considered a major factor in negative encounters with coyotes in sizable city west of the GTA.
April 28, 2021
Amhertsburg cat’s paw mangled in trap
Raccoon trap won’t solve negative interactions with native wildlife, and puts numerous animals at risk of injury or death.
April 13, 2021
ACTION ALERT: Stop coyote killing contest in Ontario
Business promoting killing largest 10, smallest coyote for prizes in contest. Take action to end it!
February 8, 2021
Letter: Belleville failed to protect beavers
The Fur-Bearers would have helped, but Belleville didn't ask stakeholders from one year ago for assistance or input.
July 3, 2020
How much more of your money will Canada bet on mink farms?
CBC article and analysis shows massive losses amid a disappearing market.
June 2, 2020
The Wild World of Ecotourism
Ecotourism keeps visitors – and the animals they’re viewing – happy and healthy. Hear more about ethical, sustainable and successful ecotourism from Eric Boyum of Ocean Adventures on the Defender Radio podcast!
February 6, 2020
The Case Against The Ontario Spring Bear Hunt
Aspring black bear hunt doesn’t solve conflict, orphans cubs and isn’t a major part of Northern Ontario’s tourism. Hear more from Mike McIntosh of Bear With Us Sanctuary and Rehabilitation Centre on this week’s podcast.
January 23, 2020
ACTION ALERT: Spring bear hunt in Ontario could become permanent
Utilize Ontario’s environmental registry to voice your opposition and concerns regarding the spring bear hunt.
January 22, 2020
Ontario’s Wolves And Coyotes Under Fire
Killing canids in Northern Ontario won't help moose populations, but it could have far reaching impacts. Hannah Barron of Earthroots joins Defender Radio to discuss this proposed policy.
September 19, 2019
ACTION ALERT: Ontario government puts recreationalists and wildlife at risk with proposed reduction in bait setbacks
Baits could be placed as close as 30m from vehicle right of ways and recreational trails, putting people and wildlife at risk.
May 13, 2019
Ontario coyote loses two feet to snare
Local animal hospital humanely euthanized the coyote after he suffered from trap.
February 19, 2019
By-catch wolverine shows trapping regulation flaws
Killing an animal designated as threatened is okay, if it’s “by accident.”
February 11, 2019
What to do when coyotes are seen in your community
News and social media make the appearance of natural wildlife frightening. It should be exciting!
January 8, 2019
Municipal Elections: Talking About The Animals
Voters will hit the municipal polls across the country this month– and that means you still have time to talk to candidates about issues that matter to you.
October 11, 2018
Weighing the risks: signs or traps
Trappers say that trap warning signs put them at risk of damages and loss of traps. We say that children and pets are more important.
October 9, 2018
ACTION ALERT: Cambridge Trapping Coyotes
The City of Cambridge is trapping a coyote family despite offers of assistance from The Fur-Bearers and Coyote Watch Canada. Take action now!
July 12, 2018
Ontario election: get out and vote
Participation in an election is an opportunity to push for change, new ideas, or demand accountability.
June 1, 2018
Charges laid against Ontario fur farmer following investigation
Undercover footage from advocacy group leads to multiple charges related to animal cruelty.
May 17, 2018
The Time Of The Raccoons (516)
Cara Contardi of Urban Wildlife Care talks raccoon biology and behaviour, misleading and inaccurate headlines about rabies, and why it’s important that we understand when, and when not, to help injured or orphaned animals.
March 1, 2018
NEWS BRIEF: 516 – The Time Of The Raccoons, featuring Cara Contardi of Urban Wildlife Care
Raccoons are mating, babies are coming, and you really shouldn't try to feed injured or orphaned animals yourself. Get more on this news brief!
February 26, 2018
OSPCA reviewing complaints stemming from mink farm footage
NOTE: This article contains no graphic images or videos. Footage shows common and unsettling behaviour of mink kept confined before deaths for the commercial fur industry.
January 30, 2018
OPEN LETTER: Inside Halton is failing people, their pets, and the wildlife of their communities
The goals of Inside Halton are commendable. But the results are not, and could in fact create dangerous scenarios…
September 28, 2017
446: A Legal Fight For Freedom
Camille Labchuk of Animal Justice talks representing the animals’ interests at the Vancouver Aquarium, protection of captive animals in Ontario, and how we can be part of the solution.
September 19, 2017
