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Read the latest news from the fight for stronger laws and better enforcement for animals in Canada.
Sobeys’ Caged Hens in the Spotlight at National Gallery of Canada
Over an elegant backdrop of the Sobey Art Award Exhibition, advocates unveiled a hidden truth: Sobeys is still under investigation for cage cruelty, and the company has yet to publish a plan to make cage-free progress.
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Ostriches Caught in the Crossfires at Universal Ostrich Farms in CFIA Dispute
These animals deserve protection, not destruction or exploitation.
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Animal Justice & Soi Dog Canada Challenge Dog Rescue Ban in Court
Animal Justice lawyers and Soi Dog Canada were in Federal Court fighting for dogs denied a second chance at life under Canada’s blanket dog rescue ban. The case challenges a 2022 CFIA policy that blocks dogs from over 100 countries from entering Canada for adoption—even when they’re healthy, vaccinated, and ready for loving homes.
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Victory! Canada Releases Bold Strategy to End Toxicity Testing on Animals
Canada’s new strategy to end toxicity testing on animals by 2035 is a milestone for animal welfare and the shift toward cruelty-free science—but without clear funding or accountability, progress risks falling short.
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Marineland Threatens to Kill 30 Surviving Belugas Unless Government Pays
Marineland is threatening to kill its 30 surviving belugas after Canada blocked a cruel export—governments must act now to save them before it’s too late.
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Animal Justice in Court to Challenge Canada’s Ban on International Dog Rescue
Canada was once a beacon of hope for dogs living on the streets and in shelters around the world. It’s time we opened our doors again. Animal Justice and Soi Dog Canada will tell a judge why the ban was unfair, and should be reconsidered.
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Success! Canada Rejects Marineland Whale Export Permits
This decision protects Marineland whales from a dangerous transfer that would have condemned them to further suffering in another tiny tank overseas.
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Victory! Ontario Amends Illegal Penned Dog Hunting Licences
This is an important step that will help ensure that at the very least those engaged in this barbaric practice comply with the few laws on the books.
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Sobeys’ Caged Hens: A Month of Action
With every new release and public action, we are drawing attention to Sobeys’ empty animal welfare claims and sending a clear message that cage cruelty has no place in Canadian grocery stores.
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Student Animal Law Research Paper Contest 2025-26
The Student Conference will take place on Friday, September 25, 2026, in the lead up to the Canadian Animal Law Conference, at the Toronto Metropolitan University in Toronto, Ontario.
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Victory! Dogs from St. Joseph’s Dog Lab RELEASED—But Secrecy Continues
Eight surviving dogs from St. Joseph’s lab will be rehomed. Now, we must push for transparency & stronger laws to protect animals in labs.
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Sobeys Eggs: What I Witnessed Inside a Supplier Farm
I knew cages were bad before I started. But the truth is, nothing can prepare you for the reality.
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More Marineland Deaths: Another Beluga & Seal Die at the Park
Animals are suffering and dropping like flies at Marineland. With 30 belugas still trapped inside, Animal Justice is urging the government to take action before it’s too late.
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