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 …
Trapping
and Conservation
There are three major regulatory bodies which influence the listing status of wildlife in Canada …
Furbearer Management
In Canada, fur farms operate under provincial and territorial legislation and national Codes …
Care Guidelines
for Fur Farming
Environmental benefits of fur farming include using by-products from human food production …
Ecological Footprint
of Fur Farming
Auctions are the principal method of selling raw pelts to North American and international …
Fur
Auctions
To enhance their natural beauty, fur pelts are subjected to various processes, including tanning …
Processing
Fur
Designing begins with sketches, patterns and models. Pelts are matched for size, color and …
Designing
with Fur
With some common sense and tender loving care, you can keep your fur in peak condition for …
Caring
for Fur
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