Dear friend,
Meet Na – a beautiful adult female bear who was rescued from extremely poor conditions on a bear bile farm.
Na lived in a tiny cage, with barely enough space to move around. She was deprived of natural light and the freedom to express her natural behaviours. Na suffered like this for 20-long years, enduring the painful bile extraction process over and over again.
Thankfully, this story has a happy ending.
After years of advocating for her release, Na was successfully rescued and brought to sanctuary where she will live out the rest of her life in peace and with dignity. The life she always deserved.
While Na is safe and sound, there are still thousands of bears suffering in bile farms across China.
The lives of these bears are full of pain and suffering, but it doesn’t need to be this way. With readily available humane alternatives, this is a pointless and cruel practice. With your support we can put an end to bear bile farming for good.
Learn more about the life of a bear on a bile farm and what you can do to help.
Have you heard? A new bill has been introduced aimed at safeguarding elephants and great apes in Canada
The Canadian government has introduced Bill S-15, a groundbreaking piece of animal welfare legislation set to revolutionize protections for elephants and great apes in Canada. This bill, if passed, will outlaw the commercial trade and entertainment use of these magnificent species. Additionally, captive wildlife facilities will require a permit which they can only obtain when it’s in the best interest of an individual animal or for conservation or research purposes.
Bill S-15 represents a significant milestone for animal welfare in Canada, building upon the foundations and success laid by Bills S-203 and S-241. This legislation is a step forward in our commitment to safeguarding our planet's precious wildlife.
Canada announces a significant ban on the trade of elephant ivory and rhino horn!
We are thrilled to share this long-awaited commitment from Canada to help protect these elephants and rhino and tackle the wildlife trade.
Led by the efforts of the nonprofit Elephant and Rhino Defenders (RED), this historic win was announced during a press conference in Ottawa by Environment Minister Stephen Guilbeault. The ban, which extends to hunting trophies, sets a powerful precedent globally, offering strong protection for elephants and rhinos in non-range states.
Supported by a coalition of organizations, including RED and Humane Society International Canada, the #IvoryFreeCanada campaign played a pivotal role in securing this victory. While celebrating this success, advocates are reminded of the ongoing need for continued action to protect animals worldwide.
Roadside zoo escapee still on the loose!
We are becoming ever more concerned as we report not only on Gizmo, the serval who escaped from Waddles ‘n’ Wags in Eganville, but also on a kangaroo that recently escaped from the Oshawa Zoo. These incidents underscore ongoing issues about animal welfare and regulatory gaps that make it possible for these roadside zoos to exist in Ontario.
Over a month has passed since the serval Gizmo escaped from Waddles ‘n’ Wags. We are deeply worried for the welfare of Gizmo and equally concerned about the conditions at Waddles ‘n’ Wags, where a recent raid revealed inappropriate, cramped, and unsanitary living quarters. As the search for Gizmo continues through the Canadian winter, his chances of survival diminish, highlighting the urgent need for his safe recovery.
Breaking news: The kangaroo escapee from a roadside zoo we covered in our report was fortunately found unharmed. This incident, alongside Gizmo’s escape, highlights a dire need for comprehensive legal reform. highlights the major gaps in laws and regulations around captive wildlife in Ontario. Learn more about this issue in our report, Nothing new at the zoo.
Project Anton: Following the money to combat the illegal wildlife trade
In the fight against this illegal wildlife trade, Canada's Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre (FINTRAC) has launched Project Anton, has launched Project Anton, a groundbreaking global initiative aimed at tackling transnational organized crime.
Project Anton aims to disrupt these crimes by tracing financial transactions through front companies and facilitating international cooperation in information exchange.
Recognized by the Financial Action Task Force as a significant contributor to transnational organized crime, the illegal wildlife trade generates billions in criminal proceeds annually. Traditional enforcement has predominantly targeted poachers and smugglers, often overlooking the crucial enablers within the funding and supply chain. This oversight has made wildlife trafficking a low-risk, high-reward venture for criminal networks. A recent Operational Alert from FINTRAC equips businesses with essential indicators to identify and counteract money laundering activities related to the illegal wildlife trade. As FINTRAC marks its first anniversary, the commitment to protect endangered species and battle transnational organized crime has intensified.
Discover how Project Anton is playing a crucial role in tackling the illegal wildlife trade.
Craving a quick and delicious meatless meal?
Dive into the flavours of Jann Arden's quick and delicious vegan tacos! With a perfect blend of savoury meat substitute, zesty taco seasoning, and a medley of fresh toppings, these tacos are an excellent way to spice up your week!
P.S. Spread joy and festive cheer by sending your family and friends an animal eCard!
Make someone’s day AND help protect wild and farm animals from cruelty and suffering by sending them a World Animal Protection eCard! WIN-WIN!
