Articles by Shannon Nickerson

Canada Tables Bill to Protect Elephants & Great Apes from Captivity

An important move to protect these majestic species from confinement.

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Animal Advocates Appeal Criminal Conviction for Exposing Pig Farm Abuse

Authorities prosecuted advocates and let the abusers walk free.

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Success! Canada Bans Elephant Ivory & Rhino Horn Trade

An important step to protect these iconic species from extinction!

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Animal Justice Lawyers Argue in Court to Overturn Ontario Ag Gag Law

Ag gag laws cover up cruelty on farms and violate free expression.

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Animal Justice Testifies at Parliament to Stop National Ag Gag Law

Bill C-275 isn’t about biosecurity, it’s about silencing farm whistleblowers.

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Canadian Thanksgiving is a Nightmare for Turkeys

Turkeys killed and eaten for Thanksgiving dinner have nothing to be thankful for.

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Canadian Football Star Brady Oliveira Calls for End to Dog Rescue Ban on One-Year Anniversary

This dangerous policy prohibits the import of dogs rescued from over 100 countries.

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Bears Rescued from Marineland Find New Homes in Sanctuaries

Sasha, Maple, & Sugar are finally living a better life.

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Animal Justice Files Complaint Against Police for Bludgeoning Deer with Axe

It’s illegal to cause animals unnecessary pain and suffering, and police are not above the law.

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