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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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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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