Animal Welfare

KANGAROO FOUND SAFE BUT RAISES CONCERNS 

The inter-provincial trade of non-native wildlife in Canada is largely unmonitored, while Ontario’s zoo regulations continue to fail animals and the public–WAPC TORONTO, ON–World Animal Protection Canada and the Toronto Zoo are relieved to hear the kangaroo that escaped handlers during transport to the Oshawa Zoo, has been found safe. …

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Animal WelfareNature + Wildlife

Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Achieves Charitable Status

VANCOUVER, BC–The Vancouver Aquarium announced the establishment of the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Society (VAMMR) as a newly registered charity. VAMMR is an independent registered charity proud to be working in partnership with the Vancouver Aquarium. Donations will go directly to VAMMR and help rescue, rehabilitate, and release marine …

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Animal WelfareEnvironment

Age of Union Alliance Announces $4.5 Million Donation to Sea Shepherd

The donation will fund operations for an Age of Union namesake vessel that will patrol critical ocean waters and protect marine wildlife around the world MONTREAL, QC–The fight to protect marine wildlife and preserve threatened species receives a major boost today; Age of Union Alliance, led by tech leader and …

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Animal WelfareCorporate PhilanthropyGiving Tuesday

Give Back to Pets in Need this Giving Tuesday with PetSmart Canada

Every treat sold in-store or online supports PetSmart Charities of Canada BURLINGTON, ON–Pets give so much to the people they love and today, on Giving Tuesday, PetSmart Canada is encouraging pet parents to give to pet families in need with initiatives that benefit PetSmart Charities® of Canada. Funds raised throughout …

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Animal WelfareAwareness Campaign

Canadian fast-food companies failing when it comes to chicken welfare says new global report

TORONTO, ON–COVID-19 shone a spotlight on animals, their role in our food system and the close links between animal welfare and human welfare. The intensive, crowded conditions on most farms means many animals are denied space, natural light and the freedom to move around. This is true for the billions …

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Animal WelfareCorporate Philanthropy

PetSmart Charities of Canada Grants $350,000+ to Help Combat Pet Food Insecurity Nationally

BURLINGTON, ON–Despite food insecurity receiving national attention, pet food insecurity is another crisis that often goes unnoticed. According to Humane Canada, the COVID-19 pandemic has caused a 42 percent increase in demand for community services, including pet food banks. However, Humane Societies and SPCAs across Canada have experienced an up …

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Animal WelfareNature + Wildlife

Canada, British Columbia launch development of a new Nature Agreement

VICTORIA, BC–Canada and British Columbia have a long history of shared conservation goals and taking leadership together on climate change, environmental protection, and conservation. Now the two governments are enhancing this shared commitment by launching the development of a new bilateral Nature Agreement to strengthen conservation province wide. As part …

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Animal Welfare

World Animal Protection Supports New Whale Heritage Sites

TORONTO, ON–There is some good news for those who love whales and dolphins and want to see and experience them ethically. The La Gomera Marine area in Southwest Tenerife, Spain and Dana Point, in California, USA, have been officially recognized as Whale Heritage Sites. This is a global accreditation scheme …

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Animal WelfareCorporate Philanthropy

Champion Petfoods gives back to pet rescues in North America,

Surprises long-time partners with donation of more than 420,000 meals for pets in need EDMONTON, AB–Award-winning pet food maker, Champion Petfoods, has donated more than 420,000 meals of ORIJEN® and ACANA pet food to 28 rescue organizations in North America, ahead of the holidays. Among the recipients is Second Chance …

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Animal WelfareCorporate Philanthropy

Mondou Mondon Campaign raises $425K for the Mira Foundation

Mondou Surpasses its Objective; Since 2015, the Quebec family-run business has donated a grand total of $2,025,000 to the Mira Foundation MONTREAL, QC–Mondou says $425,000 was raised over the last few weeks as part of the 6th edition of the Mondou Mondon campaign for the MIRA foundation! The 2020 edition of …

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