New farm animal transport regulations need your input
Do you think 52 hours on a truck without rest or water is too long? While this is currently the reality for many animals in Canada, new regulations for transporting farm animals could mean positive change for 100 million animals across B.C. The Government of Canada released draft regulations for review and are asking for feedback. Our local farm animals depend on your voice!
You might know bison as roaming vast plains in the wild, but did you know that these animals are also farmed in Canada? The National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC) Codes of Practice outline acceptable standards of care for farmed animals in Canada. The draft code for bison has been released! Add your voice in the official comment period.
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It’s the time of year where we look back at what we’ve accomplished and what we need to do going forward. This year, we want your help to set our direction and improve our content. Can you spare 5 minutes to answer 8 quick questions to help us out?
Feeling like a turkey when it comes to holiday shopping? If you choose to eat turkey this holiday season, make sure you know what you’re getting when you head to the grocery store.
Farm animals deserve a place in your New Year’s resolutions. Whether it’s educating yourself on the issues, taking action or adjusting food choices, resolve to be kind in 2017.
Treat an animal well, and you’ll be treated well in return. This certainly holds true for recent research that proves pasture-based hens lay healthier eggs than battery caged birds.
Jerry Kitt of SPCA Certified First Nature Farms is showing the holiday spirit by helping children in Kabale, Uganda buy their school. Jerry takes pride in helping communities, at home and abroad!
The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) is a non-profit organization funded primarily by public donations. Our mission is to protect and enhance the quality of life for domestic, farm and wild animals in British Columbia. BC SPCA Charitable Registration No. BN 11881 9036 RR0001
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