Media Releases

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 two shocking viral TikTok videos posted on January 13, a user named @steelhaul shared that he was a truck driver, and was picking up 52,000 chickens who... Read more » Animal Justice

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 and wildlife in the City of Winnipeg. The recommendations being made to City Council include: Permitting requirements for cat and dog breeders aimed at shutting... Read more » Animal Justice

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 the police earlier this year. It has been a criminal offence since 2019 to use whales and dolphins in performances for entertainment. The practice was... Read more » Animal Justice