Do you have firsthand knowledge of animal suffering, distress, or unethical practices in animal research at the University of British Columbia?
Tips from whistleblowers can expose hidden cruelty, spark investigations, and lead to permanent change for animals—especially when backed up by evidence like photos, videos, or internal documents.
Whistleblower tip? Email Animal Justice at [email protected]
How Whistleblowers Help Animals
Animal experiments happen behind closed doors, far from public view.
Information from people inside universities can:
- Expose hidden animal suffering
- Reveal gaps between written protocols and real-world practices
- Spark investigations, public accountability, and lasting change
Animal Research at UBC: What We Know
- In 2024, 182,407 animals were used in UBC research
- Approximately 40% were subjected to experiments causing severe pain or distress
- Animal use at UBC has increased in recent years
- Some UBC studies have involved invasive heart research, including procedures that artificially induce heart failure in conscious dogs, rats, and minipigs
If you have insight into how these or other experiments are carried out in practice—we encourage you to contact us.
How to Speak Out Safely
We currently accept whistleblower tips by email only.
To protect yourself:
- Use a secure, personal email account
- Contact us from a private device
- Avoid using a work computer or university network
You may remain anonymous if you choose, and your identity will be protected to the best of our ability.
Email: [email protected]
What to Include in Your Tip
Helpful details include:
- What happened, including the animals involved, procedures used, and their impact
- Dates and locations
- Names of people, labs, or departments involved
- Any supporting materials (photos, videos, documents, emails)
If you’re unsure whether your information is relevant, we still encourage you to reach out.
Important Notes
- If you witness immediate or illegal animal abuse, contact law enforcement right away.
- Animal Justice does not have law enforcement powers.
- Animal Justice is not a law firm and cannot provide legal advice.
While we’re unable to respond to every message, all credible tips are carefully reviewed. If we need more information, we’ll follow up.