Canadian Liberal MP Justin Trudeau has stirred up some controversy with his Christmas card depicting his wife and two children wearing coyote trimmed coats with the entire family swaddled in a coyote fur blanket.
The seasonal card, sent to his Montreal constituents, includes the message: "During this holiday season, let's celebrate what's most important by surrounding ourselves with love and warmth”.
The fur-covered family card, which seems like a misstep for the normally astute politician, has raised the ire of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) who criticized Trudeau for supporting the fur industry.
Trudeau has responded by saying he didn’t intend to court controversy, but he is glad to “…support both Canadian products and sustainable fur”.
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Comments (58)
As long as we cover ourselves with the skins of animals who are often killed in a most cruel way we are not civilized. Justin Trudeau is behind the times and comes across as very ignorant. We do not wear furs any more. There are many synthetic fabrics around that take their place. I am shocked Mrs. Trudeau went along with this. She is not teaching her children anything valuable. Shame on both of the people that are supposed to be role models.
written by Timberwolf , December 18, 2010
written by Timberwolf , December 18, 2010
I hear the argument that since we have so many synthetic fabrics at our disposal today, why still use fur? Talk to the trappers up North and you'll see very quickly that there is nothing cruel about or indecent about trapping. It is by far a lot more in tune with nature than raping the earth of its oil to produce synthetic products while destroying the land and polluting the earth. All your animal lovers, think about it next time you eat your steak.
written by rgf , December 19, 2010
written by rgf , December 19, 2010
Maybe the fur has been recycled or maybe not! The point is we need to take better care of our wild Life. I saw two wolves running On Highway 20 in Quebec really scared, 1 year ago, could not stop it is a Large highway / they came from the woods that are being over developed , if Justin and family are wearing those wolves it is out of mercy towards the animals. Fur is back on the fashion line up. Protect our forests from over developers now
written by muriel king , December 19, 2010
written by muriel king , December 19, 2010
From man's earliest roots we have used animals for a source of food and clothing. We will continue to do so in the years to come. As long as the animals were not inhumanly treated - I have no problem with Justin and his family or anyone one else wearing fur, eating beef, or using animal products in a responsible fashion. There are still segments of our country and others who rely on animal products daily to live. Those who would condemn these people I believe are short sighted. To you Justin and your family, merry Christmas and enjoy the outdoors in your fur coats.
written by Tom Watson , December 19, 2010
written by Tom Watson , December 19, 2010
Why is it okay to pretend to wear fur but not wear it. I have never seen any eskimo or native indian being complained about due to their own rights, which include overfishing, when others can't, and eskimos need these animals for food and clothing. Fur is environmentally friendly and will naturally break down in a very short time, compared to synthetic furs which will never break down. This country was founded on the fur trade, fur happens to be the warmest thing to wear, should you live in the north. For those idiots who think the north is anything above Barrie, think again. It is as Sarah Palin said when she shot the caribou, she is filling her freezer, nothing is wasted, and she didn't keep shooting. It was just one. I guess our supposedly free country is not so free after all, we are told not to smoke, warning labels on packages etc. but on the reserves there are trailers, with no name, or ad on the outside and the parking lot is full. What is it ? It is a reserve native selling cigarettes, which the government has no problem with. And now with this wiki leaks thing, and anti-semetic writings, true or not, we are to be censored. For heaven sake, if you receive cable t.v. near a major city, you pay for channels but are not allowed to watch what you want. It is automatically switched to the Canadian channel.. If paying for American channels in our broadcast lineup then shouldn't we be getting a refund? Our supposed rights are being taken away, from food in school cafeterias to freedom of press, are we sure we are going in the right direction? People should mind their own business, unless they are prepared to pay extra for people who depend on the furtrade, and supplement their income. Funny though, I never hear of anyone offering to pay someone not to hunt fur, and pay for their lost income.
written by Ron in North Bay , December 19, 2010
written by Ron in North Bay , December 19, 2010
How dare Justin Trudeau attack PETA, an organization that protects the rights of animals in a society that abuses and tortures animals for fashion, entertainment and profit. Leg traps and fur farms are by no means humane-animals suffer for days in leg traps and they try to bite off their limbs in order to free themselves. Fur farms grow animals in confined and isolated environments which foster psychological breakdowns. Not all Canadian traditions should be continued, especially those which are immoral and have no place in today's society.
written by Jen W , December 19, 2010
written by Jen W , December 19, 2010
One of the most beautiful photos I've seen in a long, long time. A very warm family.
written by Marie - Halifax N.S. , December 19, 2010
written by Marie - Halifax N.S. , December 19, 2010
Hey PETA members! who are you to tell people what to do? we've always had dominion over wildlife and choose not to have any waste or as little as possible with our harvest! Your point has always been heard, but we choose to ignore it because that is not what we believe is the right thing to do!
How many animals are killed by moving vehicles each and every day? Take your money and invest it in fences on every roads and highways that exist in our country if you really want to protect them! Have you ever seen how a pregnant doe(female deer) suffers when it is attacked by a pack of wolves in an open area? it is the most cruel thing I've ever seen! I felt like killing them all but told myself that this is nature taking it's course. You will never understand the balance that is required to insure the survival of all species! Our government looks after our natural resources in a calculated way to maintain the balance that is needed which you can't get your little heads around ! Would you prefer that all furs were destroyed instead of making good use of them?
written by gabster , December 19, 2010
How many animals are killed by moving vehicles each and every day? Take your money and invest it in fences on every roads and highways that exist in our country if you really want to protect them! Have you ever seen how a pregnant doe(female deer) suffers when it is attacked by a pack of wolves in an open area? it is the most cruel thing I've ever seen! I felt like killing them all but told myself that this is nature taking it's course. You will never understand the balance that is required to insure the survival of all species! Our government looks after our natural resources in a calculated way to maintain the balance that is needed which you can't get your little heads around ! Would you prefer that all furs were destroyed instead of making good use of them?
written by gabster , December 19, 2010
this is such B.S. most of these people that are against this( animal rights people ) live in the cities and don't realize what pests coyotes can be. i have seen a coyote eating a calf ( baby cattle) as the mother is trying to push the calf out. She lays there helpless to defend her calf. how do these people feel about mice and rats. coyotes are no better.
written by T L , December 19, 2010
written by T L , December 19, 2010
Glad to see that not everyone is from the fur institute on this thread. Fur is coated with all sorts of chemicals to keep the carcass from rotting. Hardly what a person would consider environmentally friendly. In this day and age there are better alternatives for clothing than having to kill a bunch of animals to make a fashion statement. I guess Trudeau like his father wants to rub it in how much money this guy has compared to the rest of Canada. The picture shows a lack of common sense. This guy only got voted in because of his last name and voters were so dumb to think he was qualified to run for office. He's lives in a mansion and is nowhere near rural life. What a joke. It's laughable that people take this celebrity seriously. Hopefully his constituents vote him out of office next time so we don't have to go back to the 90s where Trudeauism and fur is back in style!
written by erleen , December 19, 2010
written by erleen , December 19, 2010
It is so nice to see a young couple who 'do it their way', a beautiful photo. It is sooooooooooooo amazing how some of these animal rights groups are so vocal in their defense of animals and soooooooooo cruel towards their fellow human beings.
written by Carol, Mount Pearl, NL , December 19, 2010
written by Carol, Mount Pearl, NL , December 19, 2010
I LOVE this shot...beautiful Family photo and hey we always use fur to keep warm and animals to eat ...why waste the fur??
written by Jonathan Dumaresque , December 19, 2010
written by Jonathan Dumaresque , December 19, 2010
very cruel to wear something like this
written by kim , December 19, 2010
written by kim , December 19, 2010
There are fine family... Get over this . They all look great; It is a special cayote farm... stop eating pork, chickens, goats, eat cheese...
Leave them alone. He is agreat father and they are all just more carrying then anhybody else. See their loving faces.. it is all about love in the family.. andwishing your all the very best.
written by Teda , December 19, 2010
Leave them alone. He is agreat father and they are all just more carrying then anhybody else. See their loving faces.. it is all about love in the family.. andwishing your all the very best.
written by Teda , December 19, 2010
oh stop your bellyaching!
written by bob kiyoshk , December 19, 2010
written by bob kiyoshk , December 19, 2010
leave them alone. they are just so uch in love . Are you all jelous of their affection and good fortune. His father had less junk food and care more about enviroment then anyone else. Happy holidays.
written by Teda , December 19, 2010
written by Teda , December 19, 2010
Wow talk about a two sided coin here this just goes to show you what is good for the gander is not necessarily good for the goose. typical only a Liberal would pull.
written by Jack , December 19, 2010
written by Jack , December 19, 2010
Peta like Greenpeace are becoming terroristic in the way they target anyone wearing fur. Worry more about the poor people who have a hard time putting food on ther tables and the children who go hungry every day. Get a life jerks, you're nothing but moneymakers disguised as the caring & compassionate people you would like us to believe you are. Open your eyes people, don't support these fools with your hard earned money - they're living high off fools who donate to their cause.
written by betty , December 19, 2010
written by betty , December 19, 2010
Bravo! Justin and family. You are true Canadian. There's nothing more Canadian then being proud of showing our heritage. I don't claim to be associated with any political party. A note to meddling PETA . Only true hunters and trappers do the most for natural wildlife. You guys all you know is concrete jungles. Stop using Canadian tax payers' money. Get a real job. PS. At least this is natural not an OIL derived product
written by Lucienne , December 19, 2010
written by Lucienne , December 19, 2010
I would defend my wife,children neighbors ,my dog and myself with a gun,bow and arrow,a knife and yes even a rock against a predator and not even twice about it! would you PETA members?
Survival of the fittest, would you survive blowing kisses to them?
written by gabster , December 19, 2010
Survival of the fittest, would you survive blowing kisses to them?
written by gabster , December 19, 2010
Arrognace. Sheer arrogance. ...Just like his father.
written by Patrick , December 19, 2010
written by Patrick , December 19, 2010
Coyotes are NOT nor have they ever been endangered in Canada..in fact they cost farmers millions in livestock loss!!!
I'm not in favor of killing baby seal but come on Coyotes....which cost us tax payer every time they kill livestock and endanger our food source!!!!
So I believe that Justin probably made his decision based on this......do not forget....THIS COUNTRY WAS BUILT ON THE FUR TRADE!!!!!!!
written by Sharon from Vancouver , December 19, 2010
I'm not in favor of killing baby seal but come on Coyotes....which cost us tax payer every time they kill livestock and endanger our food source!!!!
So I believe that Justin probably made his decision based on this......do not forget....THIS COUNTRY WAS BUILT ON THE FUR TRADE!!!!!!!
written by Sharon from Vancouver , December 19, 2010
Well thank you Justin and I wish your family the best of this season. I knew both your Father and your Grandmother, and may they rest in peace. The thing is they would be very proud of you and your family. You not unlike your father have a life outside of the limelight and that is what a true Canadian is all about. Be true to yourself and the rest will fall into place, and those words were your fathers. Be Proud and have a Merry Christmas
written by Frank Curtis , December 19, 2010
written by Frank Curtis , December 19, 2010
I have a fur trimmed coat that looks exactly like in this photo but it's FAKE fur. So........ take a dddddeeep breath? Okay, are we feeling better now? Half the PETA supporters I personally observe wearing leather shoes, belts,skirts,boots purses,wearing merino wool hats scarves etc.That includes fellow Canadian Pamela Anderson. Her recently viewed Prada boots were genuine Italian leather from a previously alive animal. Where do you think they came from a veggie? BTW I wouldn't wear fur either but I know where to draw the line in terms of being a Hypocrite. Cheers!
written by Judee , December 19, 2010
written by Judee , December 19, 2010
I am pleased to see our leaders make sensiable decisions even if it offends some. This has been missing in the Liberal Party for several years. This country can no longer afford the radical socialist, leftist ideas and movement. Maybe there is a future for the Liberals and Canada with Justin. Way to go J.T. and family!
written by seedaview , December 19, 2010
written by seedaview , December 19, 2010
All what came to my mind when I looked at the photograph was the Beatle,s song "All you need is love". This could not be a better picture to illustrate such love and happiness of the entire family.
Justin, just ignore all the negativeness of all the unhappy people who seem to have no love left for anybody.
Wishing you and your family all the best, have a merry Christmas and a happy New Year,
Michael Durrer, Ottawa
written by Michael Durrer , December 19, 2010
Justin, just ignore all the negativeness of all the unhappy people who seem to have no love left for anybody.
Wishing you and your family all the best, have a merry Christmas and a happy New Year,
Michael Durrer, Ottawa
written by Michael Durrer , December 19, 2010
Good for you Justin!! a beautiful pic of a beautiful family....don't let the tree huggers get to you....you are your father's son and we look to you for eventual leadership!!! Stay with it champ!
written by Bill , December 19, 2010
written by Bill , December 19, 2010
I have no problems with the fur. However, his father, the worst PM in history has ruined Canada with the "declaration of multiculturalism" which has turned the country into a hostile overpriced cesspool full of gangs and ghettos.
written by JT , December 19, 2010
written by JT , December 19, 2010
True Canadians Hunt! This is our heritage! Whats inhumane, is the people buying and building these outrageously huge new homes in sprawled out cities that are pushing these animals out of their homes - now that's selfish and shameful!
written by brandy , December 19, 2010
written by brandy , December 19, 2010
What an awful Xmas card, not just because of the animal cruelty, but the arrogance of posing in such costly and extravagance clothes. Children in fur coats? Gross.
written by Linda , December 19, 2010
written by Linda , December 19, 2010
It is all the tree huggers who should be inbarassed. It is thier ignorance that is what is wrong with this country. The MNR is in full control of all wild animal harvasting in this country for a reason. If we never kill any of these animals they will become pests, and the weak ones will get diseased which can spread to us humans . The tree huggers need to back off. When wild animal kills are regulated by the MNR it is a healthy thing for all of us, so mind your own business and back -off.
written by roadrunner , December 19, 2010
written by roadrunner , December 19, 2010
Justin Trudeau for Prime Minister!!
written by mhog , December 19, 2010
written by mhog , December 19, 2010
1- An animal gets trapped in a steel jaw in low temperatures, gets tortured and dying slowly, tries to eat his own leg to free himself, if this is hard to imagine, then put yourself in the animal's place. What civilation is built on suffering. For those who take natives to be a reason to defend hunting: natives used old ways that would have never exterminated wolves, and did not lie about the wolves impact on wildlife as whats being going on now with modern governments. 2- It is an infeeling, to get the whole family dressed in fur, when there are others who barely find food.
written by Sofi , December 19, 2010
written by Sofi , December 19, 2010
Lovely family picture Justin, we admire you and your family
Have a Wonderful Christmas, we wish you and your family all the best!!!
GOD BLEES YOU...
written by Margarita Aragon , December 19, 2010
Have a Wonderful Christmas, we wish you and your family all the best!!!
GOD BLEES YOU...
written by Margarita Aragon , December 19, 2010
In a time when we want things natural - meat which is grown naturally, vegetables, fruit, etc. is it not proper to allow someone to cloth themselves in material that is natural. Animals provide us with meat, and they all must be killed for us to enjoy chops, steak, hamburgers, even weiners have meat in them, If an animal is used for food then why not use the fur to cloth ourselves. Justin, you are with the times. You are natural. Enjoy this season with your family.
written by F Brown , December 19, 2010
written by F Brown , December 19, 2010
Justin I support you all the way. The rest of you that don't like it grow up. If you don't want to wear fur then don't but leave those alone that wish to wear it.
written by Alec , December 19, 2010
written by Alec , December 19, 2010
Justin and Family; What a beautiful Canadian family Christmas picture!! Never you mind those hypocrites. This coming from a women who cared very much for your Father Pierre Trudeau. Truly a visionary way a head of his time. I remember clearly in 1975 your father warning all the world leaders at that time that if we did not stop the excessive use of our non renewable resources, by the year 2000 it would too late for us!! Back to your picture.....our country has a rich heritage of fur trading....and coyotes are NOT an endangered species.
written by A. Parks , December 19, 2010
written by A. Parks , December 19, 2010
I love reading these comments about inhumane treatment of animals. Do you think when people go fishing, the fish just jump into the boat to suffocate slowly. Or how about after ripping the hook out of their throat, they may put them on a stringer, again to suffer slowly.Or fishermen fishing with hook lines. And how about how many people in this country live in poverty, and the ones who selfishly say, "Oh, if I knew you were in trouble we would have helped".
If people are concerned about humane treatment of animals, how about offering your services to a human suffering from an incurable disease and just needs some help. Not a cheque, but actual physical help.
When you offer help unconditionally, your rewards are noticed. There are so many things to be concerned about, but if we are truly one people in this country, should we not be all treated the same, no labels of being native, or distinct, but one people, not multcultures living their own heritage in various parts of large cities, but all together, multicultural, living as one, together, free in one country, CANADA.
written by Ron in North Bay , December 19, 2010
If people are concerned about humane treatment of animals, how about offering your services to a human suffering from an incurable disease and just needs some help. Not a cheque, but actual physical help.
When you offer help unconditionally, your rewards are noticed. There are so many things to be concerned about, but if we are truly one people in this country, should we not be all treated the same, no labels of being native, or distinct, but one people, not multcultures living their own heritage in various parts of large cities, but all together, multicultural, living as one, together, free in one country, CANADA.
written by Ron in North Bay , December 19, 2010
Clearly all the Liberal stooges were put onm the alert to defend Son of PET and family when the picture came out. Clearly the backroom boys at the Fiberal Party knew the picture would generate publicity...and you know what they say about any publicity...
written by tom , December 20, 2010
written by tom , December 20, 2010
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to the Trudeau Family!
written by mary , December 20, 2010
written by mary , December 20, 2010
Just a arrogant as his father.
written by Dave , December 20, 2010
written by Dave , December 20, 2010
Faux fur has come a long way! Hey Justin, is that real or faux fur your family is surrounded by? Nice picture by the way. Merry Christmas to all.
written by Verna , December 20, 2010
written by Verna , December 20, 2010
This is a family card. He, his wife and kids look just awesome. It is their right to look the way they want. Moreover, he
written by Taoufik F. , December 20, 2010
written by Taoufik F. , December 20, 2010
Coyotes have a bounty on them in many areas. They are wild dogs that are known to attack humans without being provoked. If the Trudeau family wants to wear these coats I say more power to them.
written by John Murphy , December 20, 2010
written by John Murphy , December 20, 2010
who really gives a damn
written by BillyBob , December 20, 2010
written by BillyBob , December 20, 2010
Oh for heaven's sake.........they'd be darned if they did and darned if they didn't!!!! These are Canadian made coats and, as for the coyotes, they are busy around MY area and home killing innocent little dogs and cats! You look wonderful, Trudeaus and thank you for supporting Canadian made. Merry Christmas!
written by Allison , December 20, 2010
written by Allison , December 20, 2010
Such a beautiful family picture!
Sorry I have no love for PETA or anyone who doesn't support the fur trade.
written by Northern , December 20, 2010
Sorry I have no love for PETA or anyone who doesn't support the fur trade.
written by Northern , December 20, 2010
I wonder if the people complaining about them wearing fur were wearing leather shoes or had eaten meat for lunch?
written by Katherine , December 20, 2010
written by Katherine , December 20, 2010
Typical Marxist, while closing off public land to the public, he chooses to display fur obtained from public land, how nice, Merry Christmas Justin.
written by brent mcfadden , December 20, 2010
written by brent mcfadden , December 20, 2010
Pathetic.
written by Jean , December 20, 2010
written by Jean , December 20, 2010
Who cares what people wear. Mind your own business and worry about yourselves and your families,
written by Judy , December 20, 2010
written by Judy , December 20, 2010
nice picture,you have a nice looking Family.Merry Xmas
written by mark , December 20, 2010
written by mark , December 20, 2010
"PETA has lost much of any credibility it had in Canada,” Trudeau said.
What an idiotic comment!
I think Justin Trudeau has lost much of HIS credibility in Canada.
written by Sandra , December 20, 2010
What an idiotic comment!
I think Justin Trudeau has lost much of HIS credibility in Canada.
written by Sandra , December 20, 2010
This guy will do anything to be in the spotlight - this Xmas card is no different.
written by Linda , December 20, 2010
written by Linda , December 20, 2010
Synthetics and fake fur are made from sequestered carbon, promoting global-warming over the long run with eventual decomposition.
They are also FAKE.
Animal furs are generated on circulating carbon.
And they are REAL.
They are also BEAUTIFUL.
They are also part of aboriginal and Canadian HERITAGE.
Canada was built on animals, and that progress should continue.
Save the planet! Stop global warming! Boycott petro-fake-furs!
written by danR , December 20, 2010
They are also FAKE.
Animal furs are generated on circulating carbon.
And they are REAL.
They are also BEAUTIFUL.
They are also part of aboriginal and Canadian HERITAGE.
Canada was built on animals, and that progress should continue.
Save the planet! Stop global warming! Boycott petro-fake-furs!
written by danR , December 20, 2010
PETA People (who) Eat Tasty Animals! I love the Christmas Card.
written by MH , January 01, 2011
written by MH , January 01, 2011
A beautiful Christmas card and in the cold, fur is the only true one, to dress in it, whether small or large, they should feel comfortable in many furs. At Christmas, everyone is looking forward to a fur coat as a gift.
written by Franziska , May 28, 2011
written by Franziska , May 28, 2011
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