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Activists Remind Prime Minister: It’s Time to Ban the Cruel Export of Live Horses for Slaughter 

As Justin Trudeau talks trade with Japan, animal activists remind the Prime Minister of his commitment to the live export of horses to Japan for slaughter.

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New Barrier at Winnipeg Airport Hides Horses Shipped for Slaughter

The live export of horses for slaughter is a heartbreaking and cruel practice that needs to end.

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Antibiotic Use on Canadian Farms is a Threat to Us All

Canadian farms are using three times the amount of antibiotics for chickens, cows, and pigs than farms in the European Union do, which is raising the risk of developing antimicrobial resistance in humans.

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Another Family Dog Strangles to Death in Snare Trap

A Great Pyrenees dog was violently killed by an illegal snare set on private land in PEI.

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New Year’s Resolution: Get Active for Animals!

The Animal Justice Academy was an unstoppable force for positive change in 2022. Join us and make 2023 even bigger!

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Animal Justice to Intervene in Lawsuit About Regulating Single-Use Plastics

The plastics industry is challenging Canada’s new ban on single-use plastics that harm animals. Upholding the ban will protect them.

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Criminal Charge Dropped Against Marineland Over Illegal Dolphin Shows

Crown prosecutors have dropped a criminal charge against Marineland for holding illegal dolphin shows, which Canada outlawed in 2019.

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Together, We Achieved SO MUCH for Animals in 2022

In 2022, Animal Justice fought hard for animals, and we couldn’t have done it without you.

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Reasons Not to Buy a Puppy this Christmas

Buying a dog as a gift can support harmful puppy mills, put the animal’s health at risk, and contribute to the overpopulation crisis.

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Animal Justice Fights in Court to Stop Coyote Killing Contest

Animal Justice took the Ontario government to court to fight an illegal coyote hunting contest.

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How “No Pet” Clauses in Rental Housing Harm Animals and Families

As Canada faces a housing crisis, pet-friendly provisions can help people and their companions find homes.

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Indigenous Chiefs Call For End of Cruel Wildlife Killing Contests

Animal Justice is supporting the call for the BC government to end wildlife killing contests in the province once and for all.

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Victory! St. Catharines Rejects Shopping Mall Reptile Zoo

St. Catharines City Council votes NO on a reptile zoo exemption.

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