Around the world, farms are being developed to raise cephalopods like octopuses and squids for human consumption. Help spare these wild animals from a life of suffering in captivity! Although there are no farms currently in Canada, we need to take action to prevent a farmed cephalopod industry from developing. Sign the petition before May 16!
With Easter fast approaching, eggs are a popular item in our shopping carts. Eggs may be used for Easter egg decorating, Easter egg hunts, and used in our favourite recipes. Sadly, the majority of eggs produced in B.C. come from laying hens that are confined to small, cramped cages. Learn how you can make a difference for laying hens this Easter.
The federal government has not implemented a ban on live horse export as they were mandated to do - approximately 2000 horses have been exported since. Learn how you can still take action!
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