Did you know that Canada ships horses overseas for slaughter? The journey is cruel - multiple horses are loaded into one small crate, and are without feed, water, and rest for more than 20 hours. Over 54,000 Canadians have already told the federal government that horses deserve better, have you? If you haven't already, sign the petition before June 18!
Thank you to everyone who has already contacted their MLA and the Minister of Agriculture to call for an end to fur farming - your voice matters! Over 20 nations worldwide have already taken action to end fur farming once and for all. If you haven't yet, please ask the provincial government why we haven't done the same.
Raising backyard chickens can be a great source of cage-free eggs. But is it the right fit for you? Ask yourself these important questions before making a decision.
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