tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9152071444799354537.post228086364997847814..comments2023-03-28T11:02:22.403-04:00Comments on Jon Glassberg: Threads of Tha Week!Jon Glassberghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04710881940661793447noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9152071444799354537.post-79972376770957010652009-02-06T13:10:00.000-05:002009-02-06T13:10:00.000-05:00Environmental PolicyCanada Goose Policy on the Hum...Environmental Policy<BR/>Canada Goose Policy on the Humane Treatment of Animals<BR/> <BR/>Canada Goose is deeply committed to the preservation of our global environment and the<BR/>humane treatment of animals. As an authentically Canadian company, the environment<BR/>and ethical treatment of animals are central to our values. We consistently make<BR/>commitments based on these values that guide the ways in which we do business. We<BR/>recognize that because we use animal products in our garments, questions may arise<BR/>regarding these commitments and our practices. It is important to us that our position on<BR/>these matters, as well as the reasons for and nature of our company’s use of animal<BR/>products are made widely available.<BR/><BR/>Since we have been producing Canada Goose products, we have used both Coyote fur in<BR/>the manufacture of our parkas and jackets. From the beginning we have closely<BR/>examined and considered the use of these products from both an ethical and<BR/>conservationist perspective. We are firm in our belief that these ethics are sound.<BR/><BR/>We use Coyote fur only as absolutely necessary, and exclusively for functional purposes.<BR/>Our jackets are--and always have been--used in the coldest places on earth. In such<BR/>climates, where skin can freeze in an instant, the coyote fur creates a warm environment<BR/>in the most critical area--around the face. The warm pocket of air keeps exposed skin<BR/>warm and ensures that exhaled air does not freeze. It is for precisely this reason that the<BR/>technologies of centuries past used fur for protection against the extreme cold. Today<BR/>we are able to use as little fur as possible, while maintaining the critical functionality of<BR/>this sort of product.<BR/><BR/>The fur that we do use is acquired in the most humane ways and we adhere to the<BR/>guidelines of the Fur Council of Canada that governs fur use in our country.<BR/><BR/>The fur industry is an excellent example of an industry based on sustainable use.<BR/>All the furs used by the trade are abundant. Absolutely no endangered species<BR/>are used. In the Canadian fur trade, government wildlife officials and biologists<BR/>ensure responsible use by establishing controlled hunting and trapping, harvest<BR/>quotas, licensing, and training courses. Strict government regulations ensure that<BR/>these quotas and seasons are respected.<BR/><BR/>Canada Goose strictly adheres to all such industry and government guidelines. More<BR/>importantly, we take pride in the fact that by supporting this sustainable industry we are<BR/>also supporting the native Canadian communities of the North and their centuries-old<BR/>ways of life that are now being threatened. These communities are ethical in their<BR/>fundamental approach to hunting: We strongly identify with the value systems of these<BR/>communities, and make a commitment that carries over to the way we do business:<BR/>Canada Goose does not buy fur from farms of any sort – ever.<BR/><BR/>The environmental benefits to using a natural product are clear when compared with the<BR/>use of synthetics that are sometimes described as an “ethical” alternative to real fur.<BR/>Many anti-fur advocacy groups fail to take into account the environmental impact of the<BR/>production of synthetic fur. The chemical by-products of this production process have the<BR/>potential to do more harm to the environment than the use of the fur from animals that are<BR/>hunted as part of an ancient way of life that balances the needs of people and wildlife.<BR/><BR/>There are never simplistic solutions for complex problems. We are proud of the<BR/>principled, responsible and humane approach that we consistently take in making our<BR/>products. Nonetheless we recognize that there are some who oppose the use of animal<BR/>fur under any circumstances. In stating our views and practices, we hope to promote the<BR/>kind of transparency and context that will inform a reasoned discussion, one that moves<BR/>beyond the shrill finger-pointing that often characterizes both sides of the debate. Good<BR/>corporate citizenship requires openness and a willingness to listen to all sides on the<BR/>issues that affect us all.Jon Glassberghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04710881940661793447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9152071444799354537.post-41130819523324904612009-02-06T05:54:00.000-05:002009-02-06T05:54:00.000-05:00Real men don't kill coyotes!!! For real!Real men don't kill coyotes!!! For real!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com