
Ontario changes trapping regulations; denies access to trap research
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry issued a decision notice on neck snares but continues to deny access to trapping research.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry issued a decision notice on neck snares but continues to deny access to trapping research.
A Prince Edward Island family is raising awareness about traps after their dog was trapped by a neck snare while enjoying the outdoors.
Committee recommends mandatory trapping warning signs and policies that prioritize human-wildlife coexistence.
Nadja Lubiw-Hazard’s Tizzy and Me is a warm, engaging read with a strong moral centre.
Here’s what you need to know about trapping regulations in British Columbia and what anyone trapping is legally required to do.
Learn more about these inherently inhumane devices, how to release pets from them, and more.
Body-gripping traps and snares do not require signage and can quickly injure or kill domestic animals, in addition to wildlife.
Pearl continues to recover from a full leg amputation following her encounter with a trap in February 2024.
Read The Fur-Bearers’ submission to Ontario’s consultation on restraining neck snares and take action today!
Increased fines for violations welcome, but impact for wildlife in British Columbia uncertain.
Submit your feedback to the Government of Ontario over regulatory changes to restraining snares for coyotes and wolves.
Trapping is the subject of public debate on Prince Edward Island. Watch our presentation to the government committee studying the issue.
Multiple dogs killed or injured by traps driving citizen-led effort for change in island province.
Dog’s companion believes the trap was set by a poacher targeting beavers, and land owners say they were unaware of traps.
A citizen-led effort to prohibit commerical trapping and snaring in Prince Edward Island continues to grow and gain momentum.
An owl killed by a trap in British Columbia’s interior highlights the dangers that indiscrimate traps pose to wild and domestic animals.
Minister’s comments signals willingness to bring in changes to protect the public from trapping.
Family’s harrowing experience sparks calls for updates to trapping regulations – take action now!
The Fur-Bearers sent a letter to BC Premier David Eby calling for trapping reforms after more pets injured in traps.
Disturbing scene raises environmental and ethical questions about the use of bait on traplines.
National survey reveals what Canadians think about killing neck snares and leg-hold traps.
This post fact-checks a statement that padded leg-hold traps aren’t painful for coyotes.
The Fur-Bearers has called for the University of British Columbia to suspend research project.
Learn how to release pets from traps and why dogs and cats are common victims in Canada.
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