Why we don’t feed the animals – or the trolls
A lot of decisions about social media policy get made behind the scenes, and are pretty boring (having to do with changes to algorithms or
February 28, 2017
Tag: wildlife
Open letter: Co-existing with Mississauga’s wildlife
Living with wildlife can be challenging, but it is both possible and beneficial for residents to learn how. At times when we mourn the loss of a beloved family pet, these discussions are difficult, as understandable anger gets directed at the wildlife who shares our communities
February 9, 2017
Confronting Fur: More fast facts for advocates
Talking about fur isn’t always easy: people who oppose it feel passionate and outraged and the inherently inhumane treatment of animals killed for their fur;
January 30, 2017
Lessons to learn from the National Park Service
It was the tweet heard around the world. Following reports of gag orders, the Badlands National Parks’ twitter account posted a few tweets about climate
January 27, 2017
WEBINAR: Wild News: Sensationalism, critical thinking, and modern media
The role social media plays in our lives is vast – and with it, the way we consume news and information is changing regularly. When
January 17, 2017
Are your donations to wildlife charities supporting the fur industry?
The Fur-Bearers tries to stay out of the politics of other charities and non-profits. But sometimes, for the benefit of our members, it’s important that
January 17, 2017
Action Alert: Protect Canada’s wildlife by giving resources to Parks Canada
An influx of visitors at Canada’s spectacular National Parks is expected in 2017, as Parks Canada distributes free passes across the country – and beyond
January 10, 2017
The unethical practice of owl baiting for photography
Nature lover Anthony Zerafa penned a post shared widely on Facebook by supporters of The Fur-Bearers this week, after witnessing the blatant baiting of a
January 6, 2017
Don’t feed the wildlife: how to talk about conflict prevention
The message isn’t new: a fed bear is a dead bear. But as more people head into Canada’s national parks this year, and as our
January 5, 2017
Media sensationalism a danger for BC wildlife
Slow news days happen, and journalists understandably must search a bit harder for stories to fill the airtime or space on the page. But when
January 5, 2017
Resolve to be your best for the animals in 2017
Will you hit the gym more in 2017? Spend more time with family? Try a new hobby? Earlier this week, we posted our own New
January 4, 2017
New Year’s resolutions from The Fur-Bearers
Promises are being made right across Canada today: to exercise more, to eat better, to drop a bad habit, to spend more time reading, and
January 1, 2017
Wildlife fence on Highway 400 will save lives of all species
Putting up a fence to save lives sounds a little simplistic – and it is. But a new wildlife fence being installed along Highway 400
December 13, 2016
Questions remain after officer kills juvenile cougars in BC
Behaviour described as “highly habituated and conditioned” led to two young cougars being killed by conservation officers in a small coastal community of British Columbia
November 30, 2016
Animals left out in the cold on Trans Mountain approval announcement
Kinder Morgan is celebrating today, likely in their corporate head offices far away in Texas. The announcement that their Trans Mountain Pipeline Expansion project will
November 30, 2016
Advocacy, analysis, and action – but not news
We’re not a news service. The Fur-Bearers is a non-profit organization that advocates on behalf of fur-bearing animals in the wild and in confinement, and
November 28, 2016
Your gift will go twice as far
A gift to The Fur-Bearers will go twice as far through the end of this year, as a very special donor has offered to match
November 22, 2016
Three ways animal lovers are putting wildlife at risk
The first time we heard about bear selfies we were absolutely, 100 per cent certain, it was some elaborate April Fools prank from US state
November 15, 2016
Fall back, but keep your eyes forward for wildlife on the road
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. But don’t kid yourself: Christmas has nothing on Daylight Savings Time. That’s right, this Sunday is that
November 3, 2016
Lessons learned from bear conflict to help other animals in Crowsnest Pass
The lessons learned in how to prevent conflict between bears and people is going to start helping other species of wildlife, too. The Lethbridge Herald
November 1, 2016
Five tips to Halloween safety for the animals – and our families
Who doesn’t love getting dressed up, having fun with friends, and devouring some candy? Well, for those who don’t know that it’s Halloween, it sure
October 28, 2016
Study shows cats responsible for many deadly injuries to wildlife
The results are in, and there isn’t much way around it: domestic cats wreak havoc on wildlife populations. A study published in The Journal of
October 19, 2016
Why did the black bear cross the road?
You might be surprised to learn the answer to this riddle.
October 11, 2016
Florida considers a batty idea to combat Zika
As the threat of the Zika virus continues in Florida, wildlife officials are suggesting residents to erect bat boxes to help limit mosquito populations, the
September 12, 2016
