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.
Keep ReadingAlberta’s New Animal Protection Law Shields Chuckwagon Racing & Rodeo From Accountability
EDMONTON—Animal Justice is disappointed Alberta’s newly passed animal protection law undermines its own welfare reforms by explicitly shielding rodeo and chuckwagon racing from accountability. The Animal Protection Amendment Act, which […]
Keep ReadingOntario Becomes First Province to Ban Invasive Medical Tests on Dogs and Cats
TORONTO—Animal Justice is celebrating the Ontario government’s passage of landmark legislation that will ban cruel invasive medical research on dogs and cats and make Ontario the first province in Canada […]
Keep ReadingWhistleblower Video of Jockey Beating Horse at Assiniboia Downs Shows Need For Video Monitoring
WINNIPEG—After receiving whistleblower footage of a horse being ruthlessly beaten, national animal law organization Animal Justice is calling for the introduction of closed-circuit cameras inside the barns at Assiniboia Downs. […]
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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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Ethics in Action: Join our Animal Advocacy Networking Event Series
These events offer an avenue for professionals to deepen their knowledge on animal protection issues, to network with other like-minded individuals and to build community.
Keep ReadingCruel Monkey Experiment Video Shows Need For Urgent Reform at York University
TORONTO—Animal Justice is calling for an end to cruel monkey experiments at York University following the release of new undercover footage showing the animals suffering inside a lab. The newly […]
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Bouvry Exports, Canada’s Largest Horse Slaughterhouse, Closes for Good!
This marks the end of a dark era for horses in Canada.
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Exposed: Animal Cruelty at Calgary Reptile Expo
Inside a Calgary reptile expo, we found exotic animals suffering in cramped tubs. We’re urging authorities to take immediate action.
Keep ReadingAnimal Justice Appeals Live Horse Exporter Acquittal
WINNIPEG—Animal Justice is appealing a court decision that found a Manitoba live horse exporter not guilty of violating federal transport laws, asking a higher court to confirm legal obligations to […]
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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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End Cat & Dog Testing: Animal Justice Testifies to Support Ontario Bill 75
Animal Justice testified in support of Ontario’s Bill 75, and encouraged lawmakers to strengthen the legislation.
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From Animal Farmers to Animal Advocates: Panel Recap
This Animal Justice panel brings together former animal farmers, a slaughterhouse inspector, and a ranch worker whose conscience and compassion led them from producing and killing animals to advocating for them.
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