Helping bears around the world

Dear Friend,

Orphaned, frightened and alone, six young bears in Romania have been given a second chance at life – thanks to compassionate supporters like you. At Libearty Bear Sanctuary in Romania, they’re safe, cared for and learning to trust again.

Meet Alexandra, Anita, Chance and Thomas, four inseparable siblings, and the BFF duo Serafim and Alexander, whose friendship has become their lifeline. With round-the-clock care, nutritious food and a safe place to explore and play, these cubs are now thriving, discovering joy, family and friendship for the first time.

Because of your support, these bears will never be alone again. 💕

Meanwhile, in Vietnam, we are working urgently to free the last 153 bears still suffering on bile farms – bears who, like the orphaned cubs, deserve safety, healing and the chance to live freely.

These intelligent, social animals endure unimaginable suffering every day – confined to tiny metal cages, denied the chance to roam, play or live naturally.

With the support of compassionate animal lovers like you, our teams are equipping inspectors with the tools and resources they need to safely rescue bears, secure sanctuary spaces and work with local authorities to close bear bile farms for good.

This holiday season, every gift brings us closer to freeing the remaining bears and giving them the safety, care and hope they deserve. Don’t forget – all gifts are matched until midnight (EST) on December 31! Give now to help free the remaining bears from suffering.

Cook a compassionate holiday meal with us

This season, bring kindness to your table with award-winning chef Amy Symington. We joined her in the kitchen to create a festive, flavour-packed and completely plant-based holiday feast – proving just how easy (and delicious!) compassionate cooking can be. From creamy corn chowder to a show-stopping romesco dip, these recipes are sure to become your new holiday favourites.

Winter wildlife activity book

Stuck inside and looking for something fun and educational for the kids (or for you!)? Discover the magic of Canadian wildlife in winter with our free activity book! Packed with animal facts, mazes, word searches and cozy cold-weather activities, it’s perfect for chilly winter days.

Happy Holidays from your friends at World Animal Protection Canada!

Thank you for all your support in 2025.

Please note, our office will be closed from December 25 to January 4 so our team can enjoy time with loved ones and return in the new year rested and ready to continue fighting for animals.

Our phone line will still be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST. Our third-party service can take a message for us (we’ll reply once we’re back) and can also process donations. Email replies may take a little longer during this time — thank you for your patience, understanding and support.

We look forward to another strong year ahead, working together to protect animals around the world.

P.S. Looking for a last-minute holiday gift? 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 by sending them a World Animal Protection eCard! WIN-WIN!