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Guide to Countering Greenwashing in the Meat Industry

This guide to greenwashing is designed to help you understand what some of the unregulated marketing terms mean and how you can effectively counter them in conversation with others.

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6 Reasons to Never Support Private Zoos & Traveling Exotic Animal Exhibits

Lizards, snakes and tortoises don’t want to be selfie props.

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Canadians Care About Animals – Our Laws Should Catch Up

The results highlight the disconnect between public opinion and where Canada stands with legislation.

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VIDEO: Orca Kiska Bashes Body Against Tank Wall

Isolated orca Kiska is still self-harming at Marineland.

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Toronto Votes to Expand Controversial Backyard Hen Pilot Program

Allowing the expansion of the UrbanHens TO program during a period of outbreak is as dangerous as it is illogical.

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Animal Justice’s 2022 Canadian Animal Law Conference is Back in Person

Save the date! The fourth annual Canadian Animal Law Conference will take place from September 16-18, 2022, at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law. The Conference kicks off with […]

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What Happened to Havana & Havok? Transferred Beluga Deaths Investigated

This unfolding tragedy underscores the need for urgent action to protect the health and well-being of animals still held captive at Marineland.

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Dozens of Dogs Rescued Following Dog Sledding Operation Closure

A Quebec dog sledding operation has shut down and nearly 100 dogs are now with loving families or are up for adoption at animal shelters.

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NEW: Stay Updated on Canadian Animal Law News with the Brooks Animal Law Digest

It’s now easier than ever to stay informed on the latest developments in animal law in Canada, thanks to the new Canada Edition of the Brooks Animal Law Digest. The […]

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How the Bird Flu Outbreak Threatens Animals Across Canada

Animal Justice is concerned that there may be culls of tens of thousands of birds as the H5N1 virus continues to spread, but birds on factory farms may not be the only victims.

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Victory! Cruel Pig & Calf Scrambles Cancelled at Royal Manitoba Winter Fair

After hearing from Animal Justice and the Winnipeg Humane Society, the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair has called off the cruel events.

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Student Animal Law Research Paper Contest 2022

Animal Justice is pleased to be hosting the Student Research Paper Contest for the third year in a row! The contest offers cash prizes and a presentation spot at the […]

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The Jane Goodall Act Strikes Blow Against Wild Animal Captivity in Canada

An exciting new bill introduced today in the Canadian Senate takes aim at the zoo industry, and would help protect many species of wild animals from suffering in captivity. Bill […]

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Live Horse Exports to Japan on the Rise as Feds Delay Action on Promised Ban

In the last election campaign, the governing Liberals promised to ban the live export of horses for slaughter—a practice widely-condemned for its cruelty. This followed years of advocacy by groups […]

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