Federal Court of Appeal Supports Plastic Protections in a Major Victory for Animals
OTTAWA—Animal Justice and Animal Environmental Legal Advocacy (AEL Advocacy) are welcoming today’s decision from the Federal Court of Appeal, which overturns a lower court ruling and confirms the federal government’s […]
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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.
Keep ReadingMedia Advisory: Montreal Rally to Demand End to Fur Farming
MONTREAL—On Saturday, Jan. 31, Quebecers will gather in Montreal to demand an end to fur farming in the province and to show support for a lawsuit brought by Animal Justice and The […]
Keep ReadingMillions Wasted Killing Healthy Ostriches Could Have Funded Animal Welfare
TORONTO—Animal Justice is deeply troubled after learning that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s killing of more than 300 healthy ostriches in Edgewood, BC last year, months after avian influenza was […]
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The Fight to End Fur Farming: Panel Recap
Animal Justice recently hosted a panel of movement leaders to discuss strategies for ending the fur farming industry.
Keep ReadingStatement on Conditional Approval of Marineland Whale Export Permits
TORONTO—Today’s news that conditional federal permits have been granted to relocate Marineland’s whales and dolphins to four US aquariums marks another disappointing turn in the Niagara Falls theme park’s saga […]
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Export Permits Conditionally Approved After Marineland Threatens to Execute Whales & Dolphins
Marineland is pressuring Canada to approve beluga whale exports under threat of euthanasia—but the law requires the animals’ best interests come first.
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Protest: Montreal Citizens Demand an End to Fur Farming
On January 31, join us in Montreal to demand an end to fur farming in Quebec, and show support for the lawsuit brought by Animal Justice and The Fur-Bearers against the Quebec government.
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Animal Justice Urges Binding Conditions on Marineland Whale Exports to Protect Animals from Breeding
TORONTO—As Marineland seeks new permits to export its remaining beluga whales and dolphins to the US, Animal Justice is urging the federal government to ensure any export conditions are consistent […]
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Ethics in Action: A Former Lab Beagle’s Story & Book Talk with Melanie D.G. Kaplan
Hear the inspiring story of Hammy the former lab beagle and explore animal research ethics with Melanie D.G. Kaplan and Camille Labchuk at this special Ethics in Action event.
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New Report Shows Canada Is Falling Behind on Cage-Free Egg Production
A new Animal Justice report reveals how Canada’s continued use of caged housing systems for hens ignores global trade trends and public expectations.
Keep ReadingToronto Police Mounted Unit Manual Outlines How to Kill Horses With Shotgun, Advises Hitting Animals for Discipline
TORONTO—A Toronto Police Service (TPS) manual obtained by Animal Justice through a Freedom of Information request includes policies that authorize Mounted Unit police officers to shoot severely injured horses and […]
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Bervie Zoo Allowed to Stay Open After Animal Cruelty Convictions
Bervie zoo operator John Geddes pleaded guilty to three counts of animal abuse, yet received no fines, jail time, or meaningful penalty.
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