Articles by Shannon Nickerson
Canada’s Beef Industry Code of Practice Under Review (And Why It Fails Animals)
Members of the public are invited to take part in the consultation process, but calls to improve conditions for animals are usually ignored.
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Victory! Ontario Bans Cruel Cat & Dog Experiments
This historic law marks a world first and represents a major step forward for animals used in research.
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Victory! BC Passes Exotic Cat Ban
The BC government has banned the breeding and future ownership of all exotic cats—protecting public safety, the environment, and the well-being of animals.
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Animal Justice to Appeal Acquittal of Live Horse Exporter
Animal Justice is appealing a disappointing court decision that found a live horse exporter not guilty of violating federal transport laws. We believe this ruling overlooks critical legal obligations to protect animals during transit.
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Lawmakers on Parliament Hill Support End to Animal Testing in Canada
Parliamentarians, scientists, and animal advocacy organizations gathered on Parliament Hill to discuss the future of animal-free science and the urgent need to end animal testing in Canada.
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EggSCANada App Launch: Exposing Sobeys Cage Cruelty
The new EggSCANada app allows Canadians to scan egg cartons and see if eggs come from cruelly caged hens.
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Court Update: Live Horse Exporter Found Not Guilty of Violating Transport Laws
Animal Justice is concerned that the judgment undermines the enforceability of animal transport laws and leaves vulnerable horses at even greater risk of suffering during transport.
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Whale Sanctuary in Nova Scotia: Answers to Common Questions
The sanctuary can welcome up to 10 beluga whales in a netted-off bay that is 100 times larger than the tanks at Marineland.
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Speak Up for Animals Used in Research at UBC
Do you have firsthand knowledge of animal suffering, distress, or unethical practices in animal research at the University of British Columbia? Tips from whistleblowers can expose hidden cruelty, spark investigations, […]
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VICTORY! Federal Court of Appeal Upholds Plastic Protections in Major Win for Animals
A landmark court ruling confirms Canada’s power to regulate plastic pollution under CEPA, helping protect millions of animals from deadly plastic waste.
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Public Consultation: Ask Ontario to Ban Tail Docking
The Ontario government has launched a public consultation to ban medically unnecessary procedures (MUPs) for cats and dogs, which cause significant suffering to our animal companions. However, the province recently made a troubling change to its plan.
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