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Court Dismisses Legal Challenge to Removal of Anti-Canada Goose Ads
An Ontario court has dismissed a case brought by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) challenging the removal of its anti-Canada Goose ads from Toronto transit shelters. The […]
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Animal Justice Files False Advertising Complaint Against King Cole Ducks for Animal Cruelty Cover-Up
On February 18, 2020, shocking footage of animal cruelty emerged from inside a King Cole Ducks factory farm in Whitchurch-Stouffville, Ontario. Animal advocates held a protest outside the farm Ontario, […]
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Vancouver Aquarium Wants to Transfer Last Dolphin to SeaWorld in Texas
Notorious marine park SeaWorld is asking the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (“NOAA”) for a permit to import a Pacific white-sided dolphin named Helen from Canada’s Vancouver Aquarium. According […]
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These 10 Adorable Animal Sanctuary Vids Will Brighten Your Day
We’re living in strange times amid the corona crisis, and we could all use a little uplifting right now. We’ve compiled 10 of our favourite videos of animals living their […]
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Announcing the Student Animal Law Research Paper Contest!
Animal Justice is pleased to announce its first-ever annual Student Research Paper Contest! The contest is designed to encourage student scholarship on the growing field of animal law, and support […]
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Here’s 14 Animal Docs on Netflix to Watch While Staying Home
These days, it’s all about staying home to flatten the curve of COVID-19, and to protect our most vulnerable members of society. Looking for something to watch to pass the […]
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Proposed Ag Gag Laws on Hold Due to Coronavirus Crisis
In only a few weeks, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the world as we know it. There is much uncertainty, but the good news is that so-called “ag gag” laws […]
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Animal Justice Illumination Gala Postponed Due to COVID-19
After careful consideration, Animal Justice has chosen to postpone our Gala 2020: Illumination out of concern over the spread of COVID-19. The gala was scheduled to be held at the […]
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6 Reasons Why Marineland’s Proposed Beluga Export Should Be Blocked
Please note that there have been new developments in our ongoing efforts to protect whales from suffering in captivity. Visit this page for more up-to-date information. This week, The Whale […]
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Ontario Should Ban the Cruel Spring Bear Hunt
Note: The comment period is now closed. Click here for more ways to help animals! The Government of Ontario is proposing to permanently bring back the spring bear hunt – […]
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Ag Gag Laws: Hiding Animal Abuse by Stifling Freedom of Expression
Canadians are becoming increasingly concerned about the treatment of animals raised and slaughtered for food. More and more people are avoiding or reducing consumption of meat and other animal products, […]
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Ontario May Soon Lift Its Pit Bull Breed Ban
Things are looking up for pit bulls in Ontario! A new private member’s bill, introduced last November, aims to repeal the long-standing ban on pit bulls and pit bull-type dogs […]
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Animal Justice Applauds Withdrawal of Proposal for Roadside Zoo in Ontario
Back in October, we told you about a proposal for a roadside animal attraction in Kearney, Ontario, that would confine bears and cheetahs. Animal Justice submitted comments to Kearney Town […]
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Animal Justice in Washington, D.C. to Fight Export of Canadian Belugas to the U.S.
Please note that there have been new developments in our ongoing efforts to protect whales from suffering in captivity. Visit this page for more up-to-date information. In June, Animal Justice […]
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