[@FateWeaver]Since it's mostly done, I've looked it over. First, I'd like to see some more history, but it's not super important since I think you hit all the highlights (and you said you might come back to it). 

Secondly, I'd like to know more about his transformation. Was it inherent, are his parents also shifters? Does he do it via magic (or even magical item)? What are some limitations? Is it an instantaneous transformation? Does it hurt? Can he change partially or is it all or nothing? If it is partially; can he use his were senses in his human form? I.E. see with the bear's eyes. Have spurt of strength that are above average for a human. Those sort of things.

Other than that, it looks good.