Media Releases
Read the latest media releases from Animal Justice.
Statement on Deadly Hamilton Chicken Truck Rollover
HAMILTON—Animal Justice is calling for an urgent investigation after a transport truck hauling live chickens rolled over on its side in Hamilton, Ontario. The deadly crash occurred this morning at […]
Keep ReadingManitoba Stampede Calf Roping and “Mutton Bustin’” Events Violate Animal Cruelty Laws, Say Animal Protection Groups
WINNIPEG – The Winnipeg Humane Society and national animal law organization Animal Justice are calling on the organizers of the Manitoba Stampede and law enforcement authorities to cancel planned tie-down […]
Keep ReadingAnimal Justice Calls for Charges After Horse Killed in Stampede Chuckwagon Race
CALGARY—National animal law organization Animal Justice is calling for an animal cruelty investigation after a horse was killed Thursday night when forced to compete in the notorious chuckwagon races at […]
Keep ReadingNew Import Ban on Rescue Dogs from 100+ Countries Condemns Homeless Dogs to Death
TORONTO—In a surprise move, the Canada Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced this week that it would ban dog rescue from some of the most vulnerable countries in the world, where […]
Keep ReadingSupreme Court Decision May Help Animals Access the Justice System
OTTAWA—Animal Justice, a national animal law advocacy organization, is applauding a decision released today by the Supreme Court of Canada that upholds a broad conception of public interest standing, and may assist […]
Keep ReadingMarineland Holds Dolphin Shows On Opening Weekend, Despite Criminal Charge
TORONTO—Animal Justice has filed a new complaint with Niagara Police after Marineland used dolphins in performances over the May long weekend, as it opened for the season in Niagara Falls. […]
Keep ReadingAnimal Justice Urges Winnipeg to Scrap Pit Bull Ban & Reject Backyard Hens
WINNIPEG—National animal law organization Animal Justice will present to Winnipeg City Council today as the Standing Policy Committee on Protection, Community Services and Parks considers significant amendments to the Responsible […]
Keep ReadingRoyal Manitoba Winter Fair Cancels Cruel Pig & Calf Scrambles Following Opposition by Winnipeg Humane Society & Animal Justice
WINNIPEG- The Royal Manitoba Winter Fair has cancelled its upcoming pig and calf scramble events, just days before they were scheduled to take place. The move follows public outcry and […]
Keep ReadingRoyal Manitoba Winter Fair Pig & Calf Scrambles Violate Animal Cruelty Laws, Say Animal Protection Groups
WINNIPEG—The Winnipeg Humane Society and national animal law organization Animal Justice are calling on the organizers of the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair and law enforcement authorities to cancel planned pig […]
Keep ReadingWinnipeg Humane Society & Animal Justice Call on Feds to Make Good on Promise to Ban the Live Export of Horses for Slaughter
WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Humane Society and national animal law organization Animal Justice are calling for urgent action from Canada’s Minister of Agriculture to end the cruel shipment of […]
Keep ReadingLawsuit Slams Ontario for Allowing Coyote Hunting Contest
TORONTO—Animal Justice, The Fur-Bearers, and Coyote Watch Canada are suing the Ontario government over its decision to allow a coyote hunting contest to take place throughout the month of February. […]
Keep ReadingAnimal Justice Offers Reward for Information About 52,000 Hens Killed on Ontario Egg Farm
TORONTO—Animal Justice is sounding alarm bells about mass “depopulations” that may be taking place at Ontario animal farms right now due to slaughterhouse capacity issues caused by the pandemic. In […]
Keep ReadingAnimal Justice Applauds City of Winnipeg Proposal to Crack Down on Puppy Mills & Cruel Animal Traps
WINNIPEG—Animal Justice is applauding a proposed revamp of Winnipeg’s Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw. In recommendations released today, Winnipeg Animal Services is recommending important improvements to the Bylaw aimed at protecting companion animals […]
Keep ReadingMarineland Faces Criminal Charge Over Illegal Dolphin Shows, Following Animal Justice Legal Complaint
TORONTO – The Niagara Regional Police Service has charged Marineland with illegally using dolphins in performances at the aquarium. The criminal charge was laid after Animal Justice filed a legal complaint with […]
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