Trapline Tales: Ski Doos and Marten Scent

Trapline Tales: Ski Doos and Marten Scent

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Welcome to Fur Trade Tales, our new series of real-life stories from real people of the fur trade. We kick…
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Why Fur Trim Keeps Us Warm

Why Fur Trim Keeps Us Warm

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Fur-trimmed and down-filled parkas are everywhere in our cities these days, but is the coyote, fox or other fur trim…
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Top 5 Tasty Furbearers: Muskrat Stew and More

Top 5 Tasty Furbearers: Muskrat Stew and More

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The fur trade is criticized by activists for killing animals “just for their fur”, when in fact the list of…
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Versatile Mink Oil: An Under-Appreciated Resource

Versatile Mink Oil: An Under-Appreciated Resource

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Mink oil is a by-product of fur farming with a curious history that is hugely under-appreciated today. Once touted as…
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The Country that Fur Built: Canada’s Fur Trade History

The Country that Fur Built: Canada’s Fur Trade History

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As Canadians prepare to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation (July 1, 1867), and also the 375th anniversary of the…
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Why We Must Renew Our Support for Sealing

Why We Must Renew Our Support for Sealing

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Of all conflicts between advocates of sustainable use of wildlife and advocates of animal rights, none has been more enduring…
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Heritage Fur Products to Warm the Body and Soul

Heritage Fur Products to Warm the Body and Soul

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Sometimes a particular aroma can bring back vivid childhood memories leaving you awash in feelings of love, comfort, and belonging….
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Santa Wears Fur “from His Head to His Foot”

Santa Wears Fur “from His Head to His Foot”

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A Visit from St. Nicholas ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all thro’ the houseNot a creature was stirring, not…
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5 Reasons Why Wearing Fur Is Not Like Wearing Your Pet

5 Reasons Why Wearing Fur Is Not Like Wearing Your Pet

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Earlier this year I wrote a blog post listing “5 reasons why PETA won’t make me ditch my Canada Goose”….
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10 Cool Facts You May Not Know About Fur

10 Cool Facts You May Not Know About Fur

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COOL FACT #1: Fur may have saved the human race New research suggests humans (Homo sapiens) survived the last Ice…
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“Fur Futures” Has Changed My Life’s Direction

“Fur Futures” Has Changed My Life’s Direction

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Fur Futures is an initiative of the International Fur Federation to provide financial and professional support for the fur trade’s next…
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From Animal Activist to Adult: A Personal Journey

From Animal Activist to Adult: A Personal Journey

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Don’t give up on animal activists. People change. I know because I was an animal activist, and I’ve spent the…
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