CERTIFIED TRAPS


Are your traps in compliance with the Agreement on International Humane Trapping Standards?

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REASONS WE TRAP


One important reason for trapping is its role in maintaining healthy wildlife populations.

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MINK FARMING


American mink are the single most important furbearer farmed today, both in terms of number of pelts and value.

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WHERE TO BUY FUR


Looking for a mink jacket? A raccoon cap? Sealskin mitts? Fox furnishings? Look no further!

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TRUTH ABOUT FUR


Fur production is both sustainable and ethical, and far better for the environment than synthetic alternatives.

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Who Are We?

The FIC is the national voice for Canada’s fur sector. Created in 1983 by Canada’s Wildlife Ministers, we are a globally-recognized authority on humane trapping and furbearer conservation. We advocate strongly for the sustainable use of renewable natural resources, particularly the use of fur. Since 1999 we have also ensured Canada’s compliance with the Agreement on International Humane Trapping Standards. For more information, see About Us.

Furbearers have been harvested for centuries in Canada and today populations remain healthy …

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Trapping
and Conservation


There are three major regulatory bodies which influence the listing status of wildlife in Canada …

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Furbearer Management


In Canada, fur farms operate under provincial and territorial legislation and national Codes …

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Care Guidelines
for Fur Farming


Environmental benefits of fur farming include using by-products from human food production …

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Ecological Footprint
of Fur Farming


Auctions are the principal method of selling raw pelts to North American and international …

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Fur
Auctions


To enhance their natural beauty, fur pelts are subjected to various processes, including tanning …

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Processing
Fur


Designing begins with sketches, patterns and models. Pelts are matched for size, color and …

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Designing
with Fur


With some common sense and tender loving care, you can keep your fur in peak condition for …

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Caring
for Fur


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