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Join Animal Justice for a Holiday Party!
This year, Animal Justice is hosting a holiday party in Toronto, Vancouver and Ottawa—and you’re invited! Join us for an incredible evening with delicious vegan food from local restaurants, cocktails, […]
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#Voiceless4AnimalJustice 2019 Raises Over $26,000 for Animal Protection
Thanks to our incredible supporters, #Voiceless4AnimalJustice 2019 was a huge success for animals! From October 16 to November 9, over 70 participants fundraised to support the lawyers at Animal Justice […]
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Here’s Why Cat Declawing is No Longer Acceptable
Cats have an innate need to scratch. Our kitty companions find great pleasure in scratching trees, furniture, carpets or other in-home belongings. There are many reasons behind the behaviour, including […]
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Guest Post: Canadian Animal Law Conference Takes Legal Fight for Animals to the Next Level
Journalist Jessica Scott-Reid finds new perspectives and hope at inaugural Canadian Animal Law Conference When considering the world of animal rights and protection, it may be images of animal activists […]
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Proposed Roadside Zoo in Kearney, Ontario Should Be Blocked, Says Animal Justice
Animal Justice is urging the town of Kearney, Ontario to disallow a proposed new roadside animal attraction confining bears and cheetahs. Keeping wild animals in captivity is wrong—for spectators, it’s […]
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Take Action: Stop Ontario’s Plan to Increase Wolf & Coyote Hunting
Wolves, coyotes and moose in Ontario urgently need your help! Ontario is planning to weaken hunting laws so that coyotes and wolves can be shot and killed more easily in […]
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Summer Compassion Challenge Raises Over $50K for Animals
Our hearts are full! The Summer Compassion Challenge has come to an end and was a smashing success thanks to our compassionate supporters. Together, we raised $50,114—and with the first […]
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Canadian Consumers on Their Own to Police Misleading Animal Welfare Claims on Food
False animal welfare claims are rampant in Canada This week, Animal Justice submitted comments to the Government of Canada regarding its proposed changes to labelling requirements in the Food and […]
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Animal Justice Going to Court in Lawsuit Challenging Removal of Anti-Canada Goose Ads on TTC Shelters
Animal Justice has been granted intervener status in a case challenging the removal of anti-Canada Goose ads from Toronto transit shelters. The case could have broad implications for animals, and […]
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Canadian Law Journal Dedicates Entire Issue to Animal Law for the First Time Ever
For the first time in Canadian history, a law journal is dedicating an entire issue to the growing field of animal law. The 2019 issue of the Canadian Journal of […]
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Prosecutors Drop Charges Against Edmonton Anti-Horse Slaughter Advocates
Thanks to the support of Animal Justice, prosecutors in Leduc, Alberta have withdrawn charges against two animal advocates. Karin Nelson and Tove Reece were charged with the offence of “stunting” after […]
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Federal Government Hands Out Cash for Cruel Foie Gras Industry PR Initiative
The federal government announced a new subsidy this week to help promote the cruel foie gras industry in Quebec. According to a government news release, the Department of Agriculture and Agri-foods […]
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Canada Just Banned Whale & Dolphin Captivity. But What Happens to Animals Already in Tanks?
On Monday, June 10, Canada passed Bill S-203, groundbreaking legislation to outlaw whale and dolphin captivity. Once the bill comes into effect, it will be a criminal offence to capture […]
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Here’s How to Help Animals with the New Ontario Animal Protection Survey
Everything is about to change for animal protection in Ontario. In March 2019, the Ontario SPCA announced it will no longer enforce animal cruelty laws in the province and is putting […]
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