The Fur-Bearers

Campaigns to “leave the leaves” in autumn are in full swing, reminding residents to allow fallen leaves to stay in place, providing numerous ecological benefits! 🍂 Leaving the leaves isn’t as simple as ignoring them, however. Here are a few issues that you should be aware of: buff.ly/cXy3wyX

Trapping seasons for fur-bearing animals are open across Canada, and it's important for residents to stay alert and informed. Traps are inherently inhumane, and pose serious risks to animals and the public. Here are five tips to help keep your family safe: buff.ly/cYFzJQp

Join us in celebrating #BatAppreciationWeek! 🦇 Learn all about why bats are special, the challenges they face, and how you can support these furry critters this Halloween: buff.ly/O6fMc41

We want to look into the future for Defender Radio and The Switch – and that means hearing from you! We’ve put together a short survey that will take fewer than 5 minutes and can help us know in which direction to go. Click here to get started: buff.ly/t6JHr1H

In our latest blog post, Dr. Valli-Fraser Celin breaks down a study on why standardizing human-bear conflict terms improves data collection, management, and public education. Here are the study’s key findings and how they can lead to better outcomes for both humans and bears: buff.ly/cDx1zah

Parliament approve ban on fur farming in Poland

Parliament has approved a ban on fur farming in Poland, which is the world's fourth-largest exporter of fur skins.

Three quarters of MPs were in favour of the bill, with the result of the vote drawing applause in the chamber.

REWARD Doubled: Young cougar shot, not reported, in Port Alberni A $2,000 reward for information about a young cougar who was shot but not reported is announced in this news release.

Update: The reward for information that leads to the identification and conviction of the person(s) responsible for shooting a young cougar in #PortAlberni has doubled to $2,000 thanks to an anonymous donor. Anyone with information is asked to contact the RAPP line. thefurbearers.com/blog/reward-...

Trapping seasons for fur-bearing animals are open across Canada, and it's important for residents to stay alert and informed. Traps are inherently inhumane, and pose serious risks to animals and the public. Here are five tips to help you stay safe: buff.ly/ZP9xtSq

A new report, co-commissioned by The Fur Free Alliance, Eurogroup for Animals, FOUR PAWS, and Humane World for Animals, concludes that the EU fur farming sector is no longer viable. Financial losses, environmental damage, public health, and other impacts are taken into account: buff.ly/PP25WrO

We’re excited to announce that our 2025 Fall Silent Auction is officially live! We’ve got some amazing items lined up including handmade art, experiences, jewelry and more. Get a head start on your holiday shopping and help Canadian wildlife at the same time! Start bidding here: buff.ly/sPmWGG6

A young cougar in #PortAlberni who was potentially shot – but not reported – has prompted The Fur-Bearers to issue a $1,000 reward for information that leads to the identification and conviction of the person(s) responsible. Anyone with information is asked to contact the RAPP line: buff.ly/RPMbRlI

New economic research from the Fur Free Alliance shows that the EU fur industry is no longer financially viable and relies heavily on public funds in compensation for lost sales. The numbers don’t lie: there is no future for fur. #FurFreeEurope #TrueCostOfFur

Carving pumpkins, dressing up, and heading out for candy are Halloween traditions – but did you know some of them could put local wildlife at risk? Here are a few simple ways that you can ensure your Halloween celebrations are fun and safe for everyone in your neighbourhood: buff.ly/C42LGPF

A new study is showing that bears learn from attractant management and spend less time in neighbourhoods when garbage availability is reduced – indicating that these community-wide actions promote coexistence and improved health for bears. Here are the key findings from the study: buff.ly/7MLDjGv

Canada’s Supreme Court Justices were fur-free for the first time at the ceremonial opening of the judicial year – leaving their white mink fur robes in the past! This underscores the broader cultural shift away from using fur from wildlife. Learn more: buff.ly/XUI5Tgf

In our latest blog post, Dr. Valli-Fraser Celin breaks down a study reviewing five scientific articles from five countries, revealing that killing wolves had no real effect on domestic animal losses and can lead to negative long-term impacts. Read all about it here: buff.ly/XZNqxwZ

NDP MP Gord Johns calls to put an end to fur farming “Banning fur farms is a move that has the support of the public, environmentalists, infectious disease experts and First Nations, and yet this government continues to shell out taxpayer dollars to sup...

Last week, MP Gord Johns officially read petition e-6589 into Parliament, joining The Fur-Bearers and other advocates in calling on the federal government to end fur farming in Canada. www.westerlynews.ca/home/ndp-mp-...

Bringing beavers back to syilx homelands | The Narwhal Building artificial beaver dams could restore B.C. Interior wetlands and encourage the return of native species — including the long-absent beaver

In syilx territory, humans are building beaver dams. It's part of an effort to recreate the benefits beavers have on wetland ecosystems, and hopefully encourage a resurgence of real beavers, too. A story first published by @indiginews.bsky.social: thenarwhal.ca/wetlands-bea...

Happy #WorldAnimalDay! Join us in showing appreciation for our wild neighbours, today and every day. Fur-bearing animals play a vital role in Canada’s ecosystems, and by learning how to coexist peacefully, we can help create a brighter future for both wildlife and people 🐾

A new study published in Environmental Sciences Europe highlights ongoing risks mink farms pose to public health, animals, and the environment. With public opposition to fur farming growing globally, it’s time for Canada to end fur farming: buff.ly/lJDe5SX

WATCH: Fur Farm Petition Presented to Parliament Petition e-6589 was read into Parliament today – watch the live recording, as well as the news conference.

Big news: Petition e-6589 to end fur farming in Canada was officially read in the House of Commons today! Huge thanks to MP Gord Johns, our partners, and all our supporters. The government must now issue a formal response. Watch the reading and press conference: thefurbearers.com/blog/watch-f...

Happy #InternationalRaccoonAppreciationDay! Raccoons are a natural part of virtually every landscape in Canada, playing essential roles in ecosystems. Here’s just a few of the remarkable ways raccoons benefit the environment around them: buff.ly/buXziiu

Happy #InternationalRabbitDay! 🐇 How much do you know about rabbits in Canada? Put your knowledge to the test with our rabbit crossword and see if you can solve all the clues! Get started here: buff.ly/umvf2jQ

Predicting size and expansion of beaver ponds has important implications for ecosystems, wildfire resilience, and restoration. In our latest blog post, Dr. Valli Fraser-Celin explores research showing how these predictions can support effective land and waterway management: buff.ly/IBHmKws

Animal Law & Advocacy Conference 2025 | Animal Justice Join us at the Animal Law & Advocacy Conference September 26-28, 2025 at Toronto Metropolitan University. Presented by Animal Justice.

This Friday! 🎉 The Animal Law & Advocacy Conference begins at Toronto Metropolitan University.

Whether you’re a seasoned advocate or just getting started, this conference is for everyone who cares about animals & wants to make a difference. Join us! ⤵️ #ALAC2025

Autumn is a vulnerable time for bears.Bears being fed by people or accessing attractants is a leading cause in lethal management by government agencies. Here are some best practices we can all follow to help keep them safe. Pass it on! 🐻

Animal law is gaining traction in Canada, and now there's a university program to match. Angela Fernandez, director of the new University of Toronto Animal Law Program, joined Defender Radio to discuss how it could reshape Canadian law: buff.ly/LxWx5K8

September is a crucial time for wildlife in BC, but it’s especially dangerous for black bears. Each year, more bears are killed by BC Conservation Officers in September than any other month. Here’s how we can help prevent this and coexist peacefully with our wild neighbours: buff.ly/S6dJk69

The Fur-Bearers is excited to announce our upcoming 2025 fall silent auction benefiting Canadian wildlife, sponsored by Wild Coast Perfumery! We’ve some got amazing items lined up, including handmade art, gift certificates, jewelry, family-fun experiences and more. Get a sneak peek: buff.ly/wkZfhVg