NYC Fur Ban: The Hornet’s Nest that Needed a Good Kicking
byWhen New York City Council Speaker Corey Johnson, who represents the Garment District, announced a proposal back in March to ban future sales of…
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Progressive Politicians Should Promote Fur, Not Ban It
byProgressive politicians in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and now New York City are trying to ban the sale of fur in their jurisdictions, claiming…
Sharon Anne Firth Wants Fur Back on Canada’s Olympic Uniform
bySharon Firth and her late twin sister, Shirley, are legends in Canada for their feats as cross-country skiers. Their lives were rooted in living…
Trapline Tales: Greasy Bill Creek, My Father’s Final Resting Place
byFur Trade Tales feature real-life stories from real people of the fur trade. This is our third Trapline Tales, but look out for Fur…
Fur Jeweller Wants to Support First Nations Trappers
byIn this age of mass-produced, imported goods, textile artist and jewellery designer Vanessa Ægirsdóttir belongs to a growing band of people who want more…
New York Fur Ban: Furriers Fight to Save Sustainable Industry
byNew York furriers are fighting back against a misguided proposal to ban the sale of fur products in New York City – a proposal…
6 Reasons Why Banning Fur Sales Is a Very Bad Idea
byRecent proposals by Los Angeles, San Francisco, and now New York city councilors to ban fur sales should not only worry furriers who risk…
Brexit, Fur-Trimmed Parkas and Trendy Vegans in London Town
byA recent trip to the United Kingdom allowed me to conduct some unscientific research on common preconceptions about this damp and chilly nation. Are…
“Trapping Is Beautiful” Says Proud Cree Robert Grandjambe
byRobert Grandjambe Jr. takes a long, deep breath followed by a pensive sigh when he’s asked the question, even though he likely knew it…