Animal advocates want tighter legislation to protect fur-farmed animals, but many industry stakeholders are satisfied with the existing laws. Caught in between the battle are Canada's mink and fox, forgotten on farms while the debate rages on.
Around the world, fur farms with little regulatory oversight provide materials to the fashion industry. One Canadian brand shows how customers may not have the full story about what they're buying.
“Harper is the first marketing prime minister —this is what he does," said Delacourt. "It is about complete utility to him and what makes him look good."