Fur Institute Recognises Contributions to Animal Welfare, Conservation

Fur Institute Recognises Contributions to Animal Welfare, Conservation

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On June 21-22, the Fur Institute of Canada held its Annual General Meeting in Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador, and…
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Lifelong Contributions Honoured at 2023 Fur Institute Awards

Lifelong Contributions Honoured at 2023 Fur Institute Awards

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On July 28-29, the Fur Institute of Canada descended on Whitehorse, Yukon, for its first in-person Annual General Meeting in…
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Fur Institute of Canada Launches New Logo, Membership Drive

Fur Institute of Canada Launches New Logo, Membership Drive

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This year marks the passing of four decades since the Fur Institute of Canada was founded in 1983, with the…
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Have an Opinion on Fur? Local Media Want to Hear from You

Have an Opinion on Fur? Local Media Want to Hear from You

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Before the Internet came along and transformed our lives, trying to get our opinions heard in the media was hard…
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RIP Neal Jotham: A Life Dedicated to Humane Trapping

RIP Neal Jotham: A Life Dedicated to Humane Trapping

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Neal Jotham, the leading light of humane trap research and development, died in Ottawa on February 2, 2023. He was…
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Positive Language for Trappers, Sealers in Latest Biodiversity Targets

Positive Language for Trappers, Sealers in Latest Biodiversity Targets

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When it comes to environmental treaties, nothing grabs news headlines these days like those addressing climate change, but there are…
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PETA’s Golden Goose: Is It Serious About Ending Bearskins?

PETA’s Golden Goose: Is It Serious About Ending Bearskins?

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Like any advocacy group, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) thrives on media attention, and when a campaign…
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What Is “Vegan Fashion” and How True Is the Hype?

What Is “Vegan Fashion” and How True Is the Hype?

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Animal activists want to drive all animal users out of business, so it pays for the fur trade to keep…
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Ontario Trappers’ Public Education Campaign Off to Strong Start

Ontario Trappers’ Public Education Campaign Off to Strong Start

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A billboard campaign by Ontario trappers to raise public appreciation of their role in wildlife management has so far been…
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Fur Fights Back: Ontario Trappers Launch New Public Education Campaign

Fur Fights Back: Ontario Trappers Launch New Public Education Campaign

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Hoping that trapping associations across Canada will be inspired to follow suit, the Ontario Fur Managers Federation (OFMF) is launching…
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Doug Chiasson: What Does the Fur Institute’s New ED Bring to the Table?

Doug Chiasson: What Does the Fur Institute’s New ED Bring to the Table?

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Last April 4, Doug Chiasson assumed the post of executive director of the Fur Institute of Canada, an independent entity founded…
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Should the Fur Trade Take UK Tabloids More Seriously?

Should the Fur Trade Take UK Tabloids More Seriously?

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Like most writers, those of us in public relations are prone to vanity. If we can choose between having an…
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