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To the Edge and Back – The Critters That Built Canada
April 22, 2024
11:00 am to 11:45 am EST
To the Edge and Back – The Critters That Built Canada
Building Canada on beavers’ and otters’ furs pushed them to near extinction, but their recovery has revealed their value beyond the fur trade
The demand for furs drove the Hudson’s Bay Company’s expansion across North America, shaping Canada’s foundations and forging relationships with Indigenous trading partners. However, building a fur trade empire led to the near extinction of beavers and sea otters. Today, their recovery symbolizes successful Canadian conservation efforts, highlighting the restoration of healthy ecosystems for various species, including humans!
April 22, 2024
11:00 am to 11:45 am EST