Reasons we Trap Photo: Fur Institute of Canada Trapping is practiced for a variety of reasons. Let’s look at the main reasons why trapping takes place in Canada. MAINTAINING STABLE AND HEALTHY WILDLIFE POPULATIONS Most wildlife species produce more young...
TRAP TYPES Photo: Fur Institute of Canada All traps used in Canada for the capture of wild furbearers fall into two broad categories: killing traps and restraining traps. Within these categories, there are different designs depending on the species being...
TRAP CERTIFICATION & TECHNOLOGIES Photo: InnoTech Alberta In the 21st century, the term “certified trap” is commonly heard in some parts of the world, including Canada, but what exactly does it mean? In short, a certified trap is one that conforms with...
CERTIFIED TRAPSAre your traps in compliance with the Agreement on International Humane Trapping Standards? Learn more Photo: InnoTech Alberta REASONS WE TRAPOne important reason for trapping is its role in maintaining healthy wildlife populations. Learn more Photo:...
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Are steel-jawed leghold traps with teeth still used? The short answer is no. Once common around the world was a kind of trap known as a steel-jawed leghold trap. Sometimes referred to today as a “conventional steel-jawed leghold...
