
Coexisting with Qwaya’ciik (Wolves): Building a Shared Path Forward
Human-wolf coexistence requires true collaboration between government, First Nations, and local communities.

Human-wolf coexistence requires true collaboration between government, First Nations, and local communities.

Read our submission as stakeholders and how you can take action to make a difference.

Recent headlines claiming that a wolf “lured” an off-leash dog to its death in British Columbia have been widely shared, and understandably, they’ve sparked concern. But canid experts suggest the way this story is being framed warrants a closer look.

A plea deal led to a $1,000 fine, prohibition on alcohol, and no hunting or fishing while on probation.

Parks Canada’s Wild About Wolves research initiative was created to improve understanding of wolf behaviour and human-wolf interactions, in order to support coexistence. Building on this, a recent study shows that successful coexistence depends not only on ecological knowledge but also respectful collaboration.

Partnering with frontline rescue, rehabilitation, and advocacy organizations, we’ll share Q&A’s that explore who these animals truly are, what confinement costs them, and what those working closest to them wish the public understood, to raise awareness and foster empathy for these incredible fur-bearers.

Latest data shows more than 350 wolves and several cougars killed as part of Predator Reduction Program

News reports of wildlife encounters can give the impression that such events are common or something to fear. However, it’s important to remain grounded in facts.

By Dr. Valli Fraser-Celin 📖 Treves, A. et al. (2025. Inadequate evidence that removing wolves prevents domestic animal losses. Conservation Letters. https://doi.org/10.31220/agriRxiv.2025.00327 This article reviewed

Critical caribou habitat being destroyed while government continues to kill wolves

British Columbia’s winter wolf culling program has claimed the lives of 362 wolves in 2025—marking the second-highest kill count since the effort began a decade ago.

Cheryl Alexander joins the Defender Radio podcast to talk about the misuse of her image of Takaya and the lone wolf’s enduring legacy.

Celebrate the dog days of summer with this crossword featuring clues about wolves, foxes, coyotes, and how animals beat the summer heat!

This International Wolf Day, learn all about what The Fur-Bearers is doing to protect wolves in Canada, and what you can do to help.

WeHowl and Drift Mural Co. collaborating on Vancouver Mural Festival project, with support from The Fur-Bearers.

Human Dimensions of Wildlife journal includes Social landscapes of wolves in Canada in June

The lack of protection for wolves in Wyoming is not unique. Learn the situation in Canada and how you can help protect canids and wildlife.

Drs. Valli-Laurente Fraser-Celin and Stephanie Rutherford join Defender Radio to discuss how the results of the perceptions of wolves survey can help.

An iconic Canadian species, wolves play an important role in the country’s ecosystems. But what perspectives do Canadians have towards wolves?

Collaboration between wildlife protection charity The Fur-Bearers and British Columbia artist tells the story BC wolf killings.

The Fur-Bearers put together a simple, download-and-print PDF with colouring pages, a word search, and a maze – all with fascinating facts about wolves!

You’ll be surprised how easy it can be to make a big impact for the animals!

The Fur-Bearers proud to join Howl2Horgan campaign and encourage residents to take action!

A new paper contests the policy-setting study that led British Columbia down the path of killing hundreds of wolves in a cull. Amelia Porter, one of The Fur-Bearers' science advisors, joined Defender Radio to explore both studies and what the updated information could mean.