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SUMMARY:Marking One Year Since Animal Justice Exposed Cruel Animal Experiments at St. Joseph's Hospital
DESCRIPTION:Event by Animal Justice & Release the Dogs. \nJoin us as we gather to celebrate a historic victory for animals: Ontario’s ban on invasive medical experiments on dogs and cats! \nOne year ago\, Animal Justice exposed the secret animal testing taking place at St. Joseph’s Hospital in London\, Ontario. Thanks to the courage of two whistleblowers\, the determination of advocates and community members\, and the support of government leaders\, that exposé led to a historic victory: Ontario banned invasive medical research on dogs and cats. St. Joseph’s ended its dog experiments\, and the surviving dogs were released to a rescue organization. \nBut the fight isn’t over. While dogs and cats are now protected\, pigs\, rats\, and mice continue to be used for research at St. Joseph’s. As we honour the dogs whose lives were lost and celebrate those who finally found freedom\, we renew our commitment to the animals still waiting for theirs. \nJoin us as we celebrate this incredible milestone\, remember those who paid the price\, and urge St. Joseph’s to end animal testing once and for all and release the pigs\, rats\, and mice still in their lab. \nWhat to Expect:\n-A special message from the whistleblower(s)\n-Speeches from animal protection organizations\, community members and guardian(s) of former research dogs\n-A flower memorial honouring the animals who were lost\n-Community chalk messages\n-A letter-writing station where you can advocate for stronger protections for animals\n-Light music and opportunities to connect with your community \nCalls to Action:\n1. Asking St. Joseph’s Health Care London to publicly commit to ending all animal testing at the hospital and to transition to modern\, animal-free alternatives.\n2. Calling on the Government of Ontario to strengthen the legislation by closing the remaining loopholes that continue to allow harmful animal experimentation in the province. \nWhile not required\, you’re welcome to bring:\n-Flowers to add to the memorial\n-A poem\, art or words to share with your community\n-A handwritten note or message of hope\n-Signs or banners supporting an end to animal testing\n-Weather-appropriate clothing\, sunscreen\, and water \nTogether\, we’ll celebrate this historic victory\, honour the victims and survivors\, and continue the fight for every animal still waiting for freedom in a laboratory. \nNote: Please check the Facebook event page for updates.
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/marking-one-year-since-animal-justice-exposed-cruel-animal-experiments-at-st-josephs-hospital/
LOCATION:St. Joseph’s Hospital\, 268 Grosvenor St\, London\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Animal Justice Action Team
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260715T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260715T203000
DTSTAMP:20260703T035002Z
CREATED:20260703T034831Z
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SUMMARY:Influencing for Animals
DESCRIPTION:*Influencing for Animals* \n🗓️ Wednesday\, July 15 \n⏰ 7:00–8:30 PM ET \n📍 Online panel via Zoom \n     Register: https://bit.ly/4b4j9Lx \nIn a crowded\, constantly shifting digital landscape\, it can feel harder than ever to break through the noise. If you care deeply about animals and want to move more people to care too\, this panel is for you.\nLearn how 5 top social media influencers use everything from food & satire to sanctuary storytelling & myth-busting to inspire real change for animals. \nWe’re bringing together five social media influencers from across the vegan and animal advocacy world. With audiences ranging from 8\,000 to hundreds of thousands\, these creators have found their niche in areas like food\, satire\, sanctuary life\, myth-busting\, and activism. They’ll share practical tips to help you expand your influence—whether you’re posting on Instagram\, talking to family\, or meeting with politicians. \nOur panelists: \n\nLauren Toyota: hot for food & cookbook author\nMolly Elwood: satirist – Elwood’s Organic Dog Meat\nJamie Wilson: grassroots activist – anothereffingvegan\nColleen Walker: Little Red Barn Sanctuary\nDanny Ishay: debunker of anti-vegan nonsense\n\nHosted by: Animal Justice’s Kimberly Carroll \nWe’ll discuss: \n\nDifferent styles of animal advocacy messaging and how to find the approach that suits you.\nThe impact of bringing your own personality and interests into your advocacy.\nHow to balance advocacy with entertainment and create content people actually want to engage with.\nSocial media trends and the ever-changing online landscape.\nThe best and hardest parts of being an influencer.\nHow to handle trolls\, criticism\, and the pressure to keep creating\nWhy you don’t need thousands of followers to change hearts and minds.\n\nJoin us to learn how to use your voice\, expand your influence\, and make every conversation\, post\, and platform count. \nREGISTER NOW: https://action.animaljustice.ca/page/194575/petition/1? \n🔵 FB event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DAbMm3QUX/
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/influencing-for-animals/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Animal Justice Action Team
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T213825Z
CREATED:20260526T223213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T213825Z
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SUMMARY:(13 Cities) Stop Cage Cruelty: CEO Profit vs. Animal Welfare
DESCRIPTION:In 2016\, Sobeys and other grocery chains owned by Empire Co. made a public promise to go 100% cage-free by 2025. Now\, a decade later\, they have backtracked on their word. While families in our community struggle with the rising cost of groceries\, Sobeys is posting record earnings and using “affordability” as a shield for ongoing cage cruelty. \nThis demonstration is part of Animal Justice’s largest nationwide protest yet\, with 13 cities across Canada participating to demand an end to cages. \nWe’re gathering to demand that CEO Pierre St-Laurent\, honour his company’s commitment. If Sobeys and Empire can afford millions in executive bonuses\, they can afford to get hens out of cages. \nTHE MATH OF CRUELTY: We will be unveiling our “Giant Receipt of Cruelty” to show exactly where Sobeys and Empire’s priorities lie: \n\nItem 1: CEO Compensation — $3.4 Million\nItem 2: Annual Profit — $700 Million\nItem 3: Broken Promises — 10 Years\n\nTOTAL PRICE: A lifetime of suffering for millions of hens. \nWe’ll also be sharing the EggSCANada app with shoppers so they can learn the truth behind egg industry labels and directly contact grocery executives themselves. \nWhat to bring: Your voice and your passion! We will provide signs\, including the giant receipt! \nLet’s let Sobeys and Empire know: Canadians see through the smokescreen. \nNote: Please check the Facebook event page for updates.
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/13-cities-stop-cage-cruetly-ceo-profit-vs-animal-welfare/
LOCATION:Sobeys – 22 Fort York Blvd\, 22 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 3Z2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Pressure Campaign,Protest or Rally
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260617T203000
DTSTAMP:20260618T160133Z
CREATED:20260509T165614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T160133Z
UID:14015-1781719200-1781728200@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Ethics in Action with Animal Justice
DESCRIPTION:Ethics in Action is an Animal Justice event series that brings together animal advocates to network across professional disciples. \nHosted three times a year\, these gatherings convene leaders and emerging voices from law\, policy\, academia\, communications\, business\, science\, and advocacy for thoughtful dialogue and meaningful connection. \nThis event features a timely conversation on how school food reform is becoming a powerful lever for animal advocacy. \nFeatured Speaker: Jason Fonger—professional speaker\, triathlon champion\, and advocate for plant-forward food systems \nDrawing from his work with schools\, food service providers\, and student leaders across Ontario\, Jason will explore how the rapidly expanding National School Food Program presents a unique opportunity to advance animal welfare\, public health\, and sustainability. \nThe event includes informal networking\, structured small-group discussions designed to spark cross-sector insight and collaboration\, as well as light refreshments.
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/ethics-in-action-with-animal-justice-2/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave\, Toronto\, ON\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Discussion,Speaker,Vegan Networking,Vegan Social Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T203000
DTSTAMP:20260514T191214Z
CREATED:20260514T191115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T191214Z
UID:14151-1778785200-1778790600@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Animal Justice Online Panel: A Bold Plan for Farmed Animal Protection in Canada
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW: https://action.animaljustice.ca/page/191364/petition/1 \nMost Canadians would be shocked to find out that there are effectively no laws to prevent the suffering of the hundreds of millions of animals on farms in this country. \nThat’s because the government has allowed the industry-dominated National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC) to call the shots. Instead of real laws\, NFACC sets weak\, voluntary guidelines with no meaningful oversight or transparency and little enforcement even when extreme abuse occurs. \nThe result is a system that’s fallen shockingly behind global welfare norms\, normalizing extreme confinement\, mutilations without pain relief\, and brutal on-farm killing. \nBut now a coalition of four leading animal protection organizations—Animal Justice\, Humane World for Animals\, Mercy For Animals\, and the Montreal SPCA—has developed a national plan that could transform Canada for farmed animals. \nIn this Animal Justice panel\, we’ll break down the new joint report Towards a National Framework for Farmed Animal Protection—and the roadmap it lays out for enforceable standards\, independent oversight\, and real accountability. \nOur panelists:\n-Dr. Tayler Zavitz: Advocacy Programs Specialist – Animal Justice\n-Riana Topan: Program Director\, Farmed Animal Welfare and Protection – Humane World for Animals Canada\n-Maha Bazzi: Director of Animal Welfare Initiatives – Mercy For Animals\n-Sayara Thurston: Senior Policy Advisor for Farmed Animals – Montreal SPCA\n-Alanna Devine: Director of Advocacy – Animal Justice\nHosted by: Animal Justice’s Kimberly Carroll \nWe’ll discuss:\n-How industry self-regulation became the default—and how badly it fails animals.\n-The concrete reforms proposed in the report\, and what it will take to turn them into law.\n-Establishing a federal Animal Welfare Act and a Ministry of Animal Welfare.\n-The outsized industry influence and institutional conflicts of interest that have kept meaningful protections stalled.\n-How you can help get this plan seen—and help build the public and political will to make it law. \nRegister now to secure your spot! https://action.animaljustice.ca/page/191364/petition/1
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/animal-justice-online-panel-a-bold-plan-for-farmed-animal-protection-in-canada/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Animal Justice Action Team,Panel Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T203000
DTSTAMP:20260409T173655Z
CREATED:20260409T173655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T173655Z
UID:13558-1776279600-1776285000@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Online Event: From Animal Farmers to Animal Advocates
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW: https://bit.ly/3Ovstjv \nPeople who make their living from animal agriculture are often the staunchest defenders of the industry—which is why it matters when a few of them change sides and start fighting for animals instead. \nThis Animal Justice panel brings together former animal farmers\, a slaughterhouse inspector\, and a ranch worker whose conscience and compassion led them from producing and killing animals to advocating for them. \nSome have gone on to open animal sanctuaries. Others have become vocal animal activists and vegan leaders. All of them offer something we don’t get often enough: firsthand accounts from inside animal agriculture—what they saw\, what they did\, and what sparked a change of heart that went against their livelihood\, culture\, and community. \nOur panelists:\n-Renée King-Sonnen: Former cattle rancher & Executive Director of Rowdy Girl Sanctuary\n-Mike Lanigan: Former cattle rancher & co-founder of Farmhouse Garden Animal Home\n-Jennifer Barrett: Former chicken farmer\n-David Magna: Former slaughterhouse inspector turned animal rights advocate\n-Edith Barabash: Former cattle ranch worker & Executive Director of Farmhouse Garden Animal Home \nHosted by: Animal Justice’s Kimberly Carroll \nIn this conversation\, panelists will share:\n-The animals and moments that changed them\n-Farming and slaughter practices that would shock most people\n-The beliefs that kept them in the industry—and what finally cracked their thinking open\n-How they transitioned out of animal agriculture and rebuilt their lives\n-What advocates should understand about the industry and the mindset of people inside it\n-What they’ve learned about effectively reaching non-vegans \nThis is an especially powerful panel to invite people who care about animals but haven’t connected the dots yet. And for advocates\, it’s a rare chance to hear directly from industry insiders—gather meaningful stories and insights for your own outreach and reignite your hope. \nBecause if people who once made their living from animal exploitation can change… anyone can. \nRegister now to secure your spot! https://bit.ly/3Ovstjv
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/online-event-from-animal-farmers-to-animal-advocates/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Animal Justice Action Team,Panel Discussion
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260408T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T171043Z
CREATED:20260409T170820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T171043Z
UID:13544-1775664000-1776873600@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Mobilizing Against Live Exports: Part 2
DESCRIPTION:It’s working. \nThanks to supporters across Canada\, the movement to end live horse exports for slaughter is gaining real political traction and MPs are feeling it. \nHere’s what’s already been achieved together:\n-167 people have requested meetings with their MPs\n-42 meetings have been scheduled or have already taken place\n-41 paper petitions have been launched\n-MPs have told us this is now one of the top issues they’re hearing about from constituents\n-11 MPs have agreed to present petitions in the House of Commons calling for a ban via regulations\n-10 MPs have committed to raising the issue directly with the Prime Minister\, the Minister of Agriculture\, or in Parliament\n-On March 24\, Senator Adler raised a question of live horse exports in the Senate \nThis issue is moving through the political system in a way we haven’t seen before. \nBut we are not done yet. \nTo turn this momentum into a ban on this cruel practice\, we need to grow public pressure and keep increasing the number of Canadians engaging their MPs. \nHere’s How to Join Us: \n1. Email your MP’s constituency office to request a meeting to ask that they help ban live horse exports by raising the issue with the Prime Minister and Agriculture Minister\, requesting that they ban the practice by amending the Health of Animals Regulations. You can find your MP’s contact information HERE: https://www.ourcommons.ca/members/en\n2. Add your name to our tracking form HERE: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSdb2bvsLBM…/viewform… \nEmail Script (Feel free to adapt in your own words): \n“Hello\, my name is [NAME]\, and I’m a constituent of [NAME OF MP]. I’m writing to request a meeting with [MP’S NAME] regarding live horse exports for slaughter. This is an important animal welfare issue to me\, and I would appreciate the opportunity to meet in person or by Zoom to discuss having [NAME OF MP] raise the issue with the Prime Minister and Agriculture Minister and request that they ban it by amending the Health of Animals Regulations. Could someone please get back to me about scheduling? Thank you.” \nYou can consult our Action Brief for further details.\nhttps://docs.google.com/…/1klJagihzoC5j4OgcBQOP…/edit… \nSo what are you waiting for? RSVP\, send your email and then update our tracking form! \nC’est en train de fonctionner. \nGrâce à des personnes mobilisées partout au Canada\, le mouvement pour mettre fin à l’exportation de chevaux vivants pour l’abattage gagne un réel poids politique — et les député·e·s le ressentent. \nVoici ce que nous avons pu accomplir ensemble : \n-167 personnes ont demandé une rencontre avec leur député·e\n-42 rencontres ont été planifiées ou ont déjà eu lieu\n-41 pétitions papier ont été lancées\n-Des député·e·s nous disent que c’est maintenant l’un des enjeux dont ils entendent le plus parler\n-11 député·e·s ont accepté de présenter des pétitions à la Chambre des communes pour demander une interdiction par voie réglementaire\n-10 député·e·s se sont engagé·e·s à soulever la question directement auprès du premier ministre\, du ministre de l’Agriculture ou au Parlement\n-Le 24 mars\, le sénateur Adler a soulevé la question au Sénat \nCet enjeu progresse dans le système politique comme jamais auparavant.\nMais ce n’est pas terminé. \nPour transformer cet élan en interdiction réelle de cette pratique cruelle\, nous devons augmenter la pression publique et continuer à mobiliser un plus grand nombre de Canadien·ne·s auprès de leurs député·e·s. \nVoici comment agir :\n1. Écrivez au bureau de circonscription de votre député·e pour demander une rencontre. Demandez-lui de contribuer à l’interdiction de l’exportation de chevaux vivants en soulevant la question auprès du premier ministre et du ministre de l’Agriculture\, et en demandant une modification du Règlement sur la santé des animaux.\nTrouvez les coordonnées de votre député·e ici : https://www.ourcommons.ca/members/fr\n2. Ajoutez votre nom à notre formulaire de suivi :\nhttps://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSdb2bvsLBM…/viewform…\nModèle de courriel (à adapter au besoin) : \n« Bonjour\,\nMon nom est [NOM] et je suis un·e citoyen·ne de la circonscription de [NOM DU/DE LA DÉPUTÉ·E]. Je vous écris afin de demander une rencontre avec [NOM DU/DE LA DÉPUTÉ·E] concernant l’exportation de chevaux vivants pour l’abattage.\nIl s’agit d’un enjeu important de bien-être animal pour moi\, et j’aimerais avoir l’occasion d’en discuter en personne ou par visioconférence\, notamment afin que [NOM DU/DE LA DÉPUTÉ·E] puisse soulever cette question auprès du premier ministre et du ministre de l’Agriculture\, et demande l’interdiction de cette pratique par une modification du Règlement sur la santé des animaux.\nPourriez-vous me recontacter afin de planifier une rencontre ?\nMerci\, » \nVous pouvez consulter notre document d’information pour plus de détails :\nhttps://docs.google.com/…/1klJagihzoC5j4OgcBQOP0DD…/edit? \nAlors\, qu’attendez-vous ? Confirmez votre présence\, envoyez votre courriel\, puis remplissez le formulaire de suivi !
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/mobilizing-against-live-exports-part-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Animal Justice Action Team,Political Campaign
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T203000
DTSTAMP:20260224T003112Z
CREATED:20260224T003030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T003112Z
UID:13063-1772132400-1772137800@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Online Panel: What it Takes to End Live Horse Export
DESCRIPTION:Register Now: https://action.animaljustice.ca/page/186884/petition/1? \nHorses hold a special place in Canadian hearts. Yet every year in Canada\, thousands of gentle\, intelligent horses are crammed into wooden crates for long\, terrifying flights to Japan\, only to be slaughtered for sashimi—a delicacy for the wealthy. \nWe came close to banning this cruel practice last year. Then\, with an election and the new Mark Carney government\, the fight had to begin again. \nMomentum\, though\, is building: Various MPs in the House of Commons are working to keep this on the government’s agenda\, but we need more MPs to step up to push a ban across the finish line during this Parliament. \nOur February Animal Justice panel will bring together some of the top leaders in the fight for horses in Canada to share the path forward—and why your action is critical right now as we get closer to finally ending live horse export. \nOur panelists: \n-Jann Arden: Canadian singer/songwriter & head of the HORSESHIT campaign\n-Kaitlyn Mitchell: Director of Legal Advocacy at Animal Justice\n-Alexandra Mendès: Member of Parliament for Brossard – Saint-Lambert\n-Dr. Pamela Corey: Equine veterinarian\n-Sandy Sharkey: Equine photographer & advocate \nHosted by: Animal Justice’s Kimberly Carroll \nWe’ll cover: \n-The political pathway to getting a ban\n-What Animal Justice’s investigations reveal about transport deaths and suffering\n-How to meet with your MP and advocate effectively\n-Communicating about this issue in a compelling\, persuasive way \nIf you care about horses\, join us—and be part of the charge to shut down the live horse export industry for good.\nRegister now to secure your spot: https://action.animaljustice.ca/page/186884/petition/1? \nLet’s make this the moment we finally shut down the live horse export industry for good. 🐴 \n 
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/online-panel-what-it-takes-to-end-live-horse-export/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Animal Justice Action Team
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T203000
DTSTAMP:20260129T182327Z
CREATED:20260129T182121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T182327Z
UID:12655-1771351200-1771360200@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Ethics in Action with Animal Justice
DESCRIPTION:Animal Justice’s first Ethics in Action event of 2026 is just around the corner! \nFor the past couple of years\, these events have brought together professionals who share a commitment to animal protection\, ethical leadership\, and thoughtful engagement. This upcoming gathering marks a special edition of the series\, and will feature Melanie D.G. Kaplan\, journalist and author of Lab Dog: A Beagle and His Human Investigate the Surprising World of Animal Research. \nMelanie D.G. Kaplan will be joined in conversation by Camille Labchuk\, Executive Director of Animal Justice. Together\, they will explore the ethical questions surrounding animal research and advocacy\, drawing on Melanie’s investigative reporting\, her experience sharing a life with a former lab dog\, and Camille’s long-standing work in animal protection. \nThe conversation is especially timely\, as Ontario moves toward prohibiting invasive research on cats and dogs—signaling a significant shift in how the province approaches the ethics of animal research. \nWhat to Expect\n✅ An engaging conversation between Melanie D.G. Kaplan and Camille Labchuk\n✅ A short reading from Lab Dog\n✅ A content-rich evening designed to spark thoughtful discussion and learning\n✅ Light refreshments & casual networking in a relaxed and welcoming venue\n✅ Signed copies of Lab Dog available for purchase \n\n\nEthics in Action\n📍 Where: Centre for Social Innovation Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave\, Toronto in the Spadina Lounge\n📅 When: Tuesday\, February 17\, 2026\, 6:00 – 8:30 pm\n🎤 Featured Speaker: Melanie D.G. Kaplan\, Journalist and Author\n📄 Topic: Investigating Ethics: Animals in Research\n✅ RSVP: Pay-what-you-can \n\nRSVP Now\n\n\n\nWhy Attend\n✔️ Hear from an Expert: Melanie D.G. Kaplan brings journalistic rigor and compassion to her work on Lab Dog\, a book that sheds light on how animals are used in research and what ethical alternatives might look like. \n✔️ Deepen Your Perspective: Gain a nuanced understanding of the ethical\, scientific\, and human questions at the heart of contemporary animal research debates. \n✔️ Explore What’s Changing Now: Ontario is moving to ban invasive research on cats and dogs—this event provides a timely opportunity to understand the implications for animal research ethics and advocacy. \n✔️ Connect with Purpose: Join others who are passionate about making a meaningful impact in their fields and communities. \n\nSpace is limited—register early to save your spot!
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/ethics-in-action-with-animal-justice/
LOCATION:CSI Spadina\, 192 Spadina Ave\, Toronto\, ON\, M5T 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Discussion,Speaker,Vegan Networking,Vegan Social Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251205T223000
DTSTAMP:20251027T203723Z
CREATED:20251027T203723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T203723Z
UID:11672-1764957600-1764973800@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Animal Justice's Toronto Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Toronto on December 5 for Animal Justice’s annual Holiday Party—a festive evening to celebrate you and the incredible impact we’ve made together for animals this year. \n🧁 Delicious vegan food & drinks\n🎁 Loads of vegan-friendly goodies at our silent auction\n💃 A fun 360° video booth & DJ\n🤗 Great conversations with like-minded supporters \nYou’ll also get a first look at our 2025 Year in Review video\, and learn about our big plans for 2026! \n🎟️ Cost: Pay what you can (suggested minimum donation of $60)\n✅ RSVP: https://bit.ly/3JuekR9
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/animal-justices-toronto-holiday-party-2/
LOCATION:Avant-Garde\, 218 Merton Street\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Fundraiser,Vegan Social Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251129T130000
DTSTAMP:20251120T002901Z
CREATED:20251120T002901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T002901Z
UID:11964-1764417600-1764421200@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Nationwide Sobeys Protests: Time To Turn Up The Heat
DESCRIPTION:IT’S TIME TO TURN UP THE HEAT! \nSobeys is still supporting cruel cage confinement for hens—despite growing public outcry and the cage-free commitments made by their leadership team. \nJoin us outside Sobeys to stand up for animals and call on them to go 100% cage-free. Together\, we will tell Sobeys they must do better\, and show that compassionate consumers won’t accept cruelty on grocery store shelves. \nIt’s time to escalate the pressure again. This demonstration will include chanting and megaphone-led action—because the hens need our voices now more than ever. \nWhat to Expect:\n🔊 Chanting and megaphone-led action\n📣 Peaceful protest with signs and public outreach\n🤝 Energizing community spirit \nBring your voice\, and your passion. Let’s send a clear message: It’s time for Sobeys to make cages history! \nNote: Please check the Facebook event page for updates.
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/nationwide-sobeys-protests-time-to-turn-up-the-heat/
LOCATION:Sobeys – 22 Fort York Blvd\, 22 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 3Z2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Pressure Campaign,Protest or Rally
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://animalrightstoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Truth_behind_Sobesys_eggs.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251104T203000
DTSTAMP:20251030T023519Z
CREATED:20251030T023436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T023519Z
UID:11690-1762282800-1762288200@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:The Future of Marineland's Whales & Dolphins
DESCRIPTION:Register ➡️ https://bit.ly/3LbE3hP \nMarineland recently threatened to kill the 30 beluga whales in its care unless it receives government funding. This was after Ottawa rejected the park’s bid to export them to a subpar Chinese aquarium. \nSince then\, a lot of folks in the animal advocacy community have been unsure about what to do next to help the whales still suffering there. \nAt this Animal Justice event\, you’ll hear from the people working with government and other stakeholders on a concrete plan for the whales: \n• Charles Vinick and Dr. Lori Marino (Whale Sanctuary Project)\n• Camille Labchuk and Kaitlyn Mitchell (Animal Justice)\n• Melissa Matlow (World Animal Protection Canada\n• Dr. Naomi Rose (Animal Welfare Institute) \nThe event is hosted by Animal Justice’s Kimberly Carroll. \nWe’ll cover: \n• The Nova Scotia government approval clearing the way for the Whale Sanctuary Project and what’s next to get it operating\n• The research and site testing behind the seaside sanctuary plan\n• Viable options for whales and dolphins who can’t move to the sanctuary\n• What the federal and Ontario governments can do now—and where advocacy fits in\n• A first-hand account of the Chinese aquarium Marineland applied to send the whales to\n• What’s happening with the other animals at Marineland\nWe’ll also use this community gathering to take a high-impact action together.\nJoin us to help the animals trapped at Marineland get the care\, safety\, and future they need. \nSign up 👉 https://bit.ly/3LbE3hP
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/the-future-of-marinelands-whales-dolphins/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Animal Sanctuaries,Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251011T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251011T183000
DTSTAMP:20251010T225839Z
CREATED:20251010T195744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T225839Z
UID:11332-1760196600-1760207400@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Marineland Protest - Save the Belugas
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be at Marineland tomorrow\, Saturday 11 Oct\, 3:30 to 6:30pm… FB event page: \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/s/marineland-protest-save-the-be/812682314781648/ \nWhile many groups seem resigned to letting the Holer family euthanize the belugas\, others have hope. All levels of government are quiet\, yet they’re the ones who could bring together experts to decide and force the best solution for the belugas. The protest aims to highlight solutions while calling on Marineland to let them live.
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/marineland-protest-save-the-belugas/
LOCATION:Marineland\, 7657 Portage Road\, Niagara\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Protest or Rally
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251011T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251011T130000
DTSTAMP:20251006T062816Z
CREATED:20251006T062736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T062816Z
UID:11225-1760184000-1760187600@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:🔥 NATIONWIDE SOBEYS PROTESTS: TIME TO TURN UP THE HEAT! 🔥
DESCRIPTION:IT’S TIME TO TURN UP THE HEAT! \nSobeys is still supporting cruel cage confinement for hens—despite growing public outcry and the cage-free commitments made by their leadership team. \nJoin us outside Sobeys to stand up for animals and call on them to go 100% cage-free. Together\, we will tell Sobeys they must do better\, and show that compassionate consumers won’t accept cruelty on grocery store shelves. \nIt’s time to escalate the pressure. This demonstration will include chanting and megaphone-led action—because the hens need our voices now more than ever. \nWhat to Expect:\n🔊 Chanting and megaphone-led action\n📣 Peaceful protest with signs and public outreach\n🤝 Energizing community spirit \nBring your voice\, and your passion. Let’s send a clear message: It’s time for Sobeys to make cages history!
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/%f0%9f%94%a5-nationwide-sobeys-protests-time-to-turn-up-the-heat-%f0%9f%94%a5/
LOCATION:Sobeys – 22 Fort York Blvd\, 22 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 3Z2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251008T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251008T130000
DTSTAMP:20251006T174914Z
CREATED:20251006T174914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T174914Z
UID:11234-1759915800-1759928400@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Court Hearing & Rally: Challenging Canada's Ban on International Dog Rescue
DESCRIPTION:Animal Justice & Soi Dog Canada will be in court to challenge Canada’s ban on international dog rescue on Wednesday\, October 8. In 2022\, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) banned dogs from over 100 countries from being brought into Canada for adoption or rescue. The ban was billed as temporary to protect against rabies\, but rabies is 100% vaccine-preventable\, and it has yet to be lifted. \nTragically\, international dog rescue charities were forced to stop their important work due to the ban. Canada was once a beacon of hope for dogs living on the streets and in shelters around the world—including in war-torn countries and in others where rescuers are saving animals from the meat trade. We can do better. \nJoin us in Ottawa for a peaceful rally calling on the government to:\n-End a blanket ban that does more harm than good\n-Give rescued dogs a second chance at life in Canada\n-Follow science-based\, modern veterinary guidelines \n🏛️ COURT SUPPORT – 9:30 AM\nThe legal challenge will begin inside the courthouse at 9:30 AM.\nSupporters are welcome and strongly encouraged to attend and show their support from inside the courtroom. Please be quiet and respectful. \n📢 RALLY – 1:00 to 1:30 PM\nMeet us outside the Ottawa Courthouse from 1:00 to 1:30 PM for a peaceful\, high-visibility rally.\n🐶 Bring your dogs! (Leashed\, friendly\, and comfortable in crowds)\n📣 Bring your voice—and we’ll provide the signs! \nTogether\, we’ll stand up for dogs and demand an end to the CFIA’s dog rescue ban. \nNote: Please check the Facebook event page for updates.
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/court-hearing-rally-challenging-canadas-ban-on-international-dog-rescue/
LOCATION:Federal Court 90 Sparks Street\, 90 Sparks Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1A 0H9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Court Case
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251001T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251001T234500
DTSTAMP:20250924T214609Z
CREATED:20250924T214557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T214609Z
UID:10973-1759276800-1759362300@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:National Day of Action to End Live Horse Exports
DESCRIPTION:This summer\, we rallied across Canada to ban the cruel export of horses for slaughter. Dozens of MPs were contacted by phone and email\, and many had meetings with constituents about the issue. 50+ advocates gathered in Edmonton to demand change! \n📞 On Oct 1\, we need you again. Call your MP & urge them to support a federal ban on live horse exports. If you’ve already taken this action\, please share any updates with us or call again if you haven’t yet had a meeting! \nEvery year\, thousands of gentle\, intelligent horses are forced into cramped wooden crates and flown halfway across the world from Canada to Japan. Terrified and confused\, they endure long\, grueling flights—only to be fattened and then slaughtered for raw horse meat (sashimi). \nThis fall\, the Liberal government will introduce a new budget bill\, which can include non-budgetary measures like a ban on live horse exports. This is a key moment to push for change! \nWe need you—your heart and voice—to end this cruel and completely unnecessary practice once and for all. \n1st LEVEL ACTION:\nPHONE your MP’s constituency office (find your MP and contact details here: https://www.ourcommons.ca/members/en?)\nYou’ll likely get their voicemail or a staff member. Tell them:\n● Your name\n● That you’re a constituent (NOT a member of Animal Justice)\n● You’re calling because you’d like to see if your MP will support passing a ban on live horse exports in the fall Parliamentary session.\n● If they’re a Liberal MP\, ask if they’d be willing to work to include the ban on live horse exports in the fall budget bill.\n● That’s all you need to say\, but if you’d like to say more\, we provide some additional talking points in this Action Brief \n2nd LEVEL ACTION:\nFor those who want to take one of the most powerful steps you can for the horses…\nWhen you phone\, ask for a MEETING with your MP or a member of their team about supporting a ban on live horse exports in advance of the fall budget bill.\nUse the Action Brief we created for you with step-by-step instructions on scheduling\, preparing for\, and navigating your meeting\nYou even have the option of having a member of the AJ team attend the meeting with you if you book it via Zoom!\n—–\nMake sure to mark GOING to let us know you made or are making that call on October 1st. And check back here on that date to get inspired by other AJAer’s experiences\, get moral support from the team\, and share your own experience of reaching out.\nTogether\, let’s make October 1st a turning point for horses in Canada.
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/national-day-of-action-to-end-live-horse-exports/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Political Campaign
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250926T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250928T133000
DTSTAMP:20250719T183831Z
CREATED:20250719T183831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T183831Z
UID:9487-1758879000-1759066200@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Animal Law & Advocacy Conference
DESCRIPTION:Animal Justice’s annual conference bringing together animal advocates\, lawyers\, scholars\, and students to build a better legal system for animals. \nWhether you’re a seasoned advocate or just getting started\, this conference is open to everyone who cares about animals and wants to make a difference. Featuring 60+ inspiring speakers from across Canada and beyond\, plus lively discussions and meaningful networking\, this is your chance to connect and be part of the movement for a more compassionate world.
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/animal-law-advocacy-conference/
LOCATION:Toronto Metropolitan University\, 350 Victoria St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 2K3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250830T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250830T130000
DTSTAMP:20250821T012846Z
CREATED:20250821T012846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T012846Z
UID:9855-1756555200-1756558800@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Make Cages History - Protest at Sobeys + Brave the Cage Challenge
DESCRIPTION:IT’S TIME TO MAKE CAGES HISTORY. \nSobeys is still supporting cruel cage confinement for hens — despite growing public outcry and the cage-free commitments made by their leadership team.\nJoin us outside Sobeys to s \ntand up for animals and call on them to go 100% cage-free. Together\, we can demand better and show that compassionate consumers won’t accept cruelty on grocery store shelves. \n🔥 FEATURED ACTION: Brave the Cage Challenge \nEver wonder what it’s like to live in a cage like millions of hens do every day? \nStep into the experience. \nWe’re challenging customers and supporters to spend 5 minutes in a cramped cage — and walk away with $20 cash as a thank-you for your courage and empathy. 💸 \n📢 What to Expect:\n✅ Peaceful protest with signs and outreach\n✅ The Brave the Cage station\n✅ Great community energy! \nBring your voice\, and your passion. Let’s send a clear message: It’s time for Sobeys to make cages history!\nHosted by Animal Justice \nNote: Please check the Facebook event page for updates.
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/make-cages-history-protest-at-sobeys-brave-the-cage-challenge-2/
LOCATION:Sobeys – 22 Fort York Blvd\, 22 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 3Z2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Pressure Campaign,Protest or Rally
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250827T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250827T130000
DTSTAMP:20250825T031722Z
CREATED:20250825T031722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T031722Z
UID:9934-1756296000-1756299600@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Undercover Investigation Premiere Watch + Action Party: Sobeys Cage-Free Campaign
DESCRIPTION:Click here to RSVP: https://bit.ly/3HMs34U \nAnimal Justice is dropping shocking new undercover footage exposing brutal conditions in the supply chain of Sobeys\, one of Canada’s largest grocery retailers. \nSobeys is still supporting cruel cage confinement for hens—despite growing public outcry and cage-free promises made by their leadership team for nearly a decade. \nJoin us for the release of this investigation in a powerful one-hour online event\, where we’ll: \n📽️ Watch the investigation together\n🗣️ Hear from our Executive Director and Campaigns Manager\n🚨Take collective\, high-impact action \nImmediate action by advocates like you will help make our voices heard\, and draw attention from media and executives to the reality behind 80% of the eggs Sobeys sells to Canadians. \nTogether\, let’s demand Sobeys stops supporting cruel cages! \nEVENT SCHEDULE: \n12:00 – 12:10 PM\nWelcome & Orientation\nGet ready to watch\, act\, and make an impact. \n12:10 – 12:15 PM\nWatch the Investigation Premiere\nWatch the new undercover footage on YouTube together and comment live! \n12:15 – 12:20 PM\nReactions\nDiscuss our reactions to the investigation findings. \n12:20 – 12:30 PM\nHear From Our Team\nInsights from Animal Justice’s Executive Director and Campaign Manager \n12:30 – 12:35 PM\nAction Party Setup\nWe’ll walk through the Action Toolkit. \n12:35 – 12:55 PM\n📣 ACTION TIME\nHelp us expose Sobeys for the suffering in their supply chain. Let’s hold them accountable—no more cages!
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/undercover-investigation-premiere-watch-action-party-sobeys-cage-free-campaign/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Online Action
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T000000
DTSTAMP:20250805T161329Z
CREATED:20250805T161329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T161329Z
UID:9654-1755129600-1755129600@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Call to Action: Stop the Cruel Export of Canadian Horses for Slaughter
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, thousands of gentle\, intelligent horses are forced into cramped wooden crates and flown halfway across the world from Canada to Japan. Terrified and confused\, they endure long\, grueling flights—only to be slaughtered shortly upon arrival for raw horse meat (sashimi). This brutal industry causes terrible suffering\, and it has to stop. \nOn August 14th\, Animal Justice is launching a nationwide campaign for animal defenders to reach out to their MPs about ending Canada’s live horse exports. We need you—your heart and voice—to end this brutal practice once and for all. \n🚨Call to Action🚨\nThis fall\, the Liberal government will introduce a new budget bill\, which can include non-budgetary measures like a ban on live horse exports. Liberal MPs will also gather at an upcoming party retreat. These are key moments to push for change! \nJoin Animal Justice and fellow advocates on August 14 for a national day of reaching out to MPs to speak up for horses. \nWhat To Do: \n1. Mark August 14 right now on your calendar to phone your MP’s office and request a meeting.\n2. Determine who your MP is. With just your postal code\, you can look them up and find their contact information here: https://www.ourcommons.ca/members/en\n3. If you’d be interested in having a member of the AJA team attend the meeting with you for support\, please email us before reaching out to your MP at academy@animaljustice.ca\n4. Call your MP’s constituency office. You’ll likely get their voicemail\, or their staff may answer the phone. Tell them:\n● Your name\n● That you are a constituent (not a member of Animal Justice)\n● You’d like to meet with your MP or a member of the team about supporting a ban on live horse exports in advance of the fall budget bill\n5. Ideally\, they’ll schedule a meeting on the spot\, or they’ll return your call to set one up. If you leave them a voicemail\, send a follow-up email to their constituency office\, reiterating your request.\n6. Use the the Action Brief we created for you with step-by-step instructions on scheduling\, preparing for\, and navigating your meeting: Click here for Action Brief \nOn Aug. 14th\, stay connected to our event page for this action to get inspired by other AJAer’s experiences\, get moral support from the team\, and share your own experience of reaching out. \nTogether\, let’s make August 14 a turning point for horses in Canada. ❤️
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/call-to-action-stop-the-cruel-export-of-canadian-horses-for-slaughter/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Political Campaign
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250809T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250809T120000
DTSTAMP:20250808T002844Z
CREATED:20250808T002751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T002844Z
UID:9686-1754740800-1754740800@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Vigil for the Animals Who Lost Their Lives to St. Joseph's Hospital
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a peaceful vigil to honor the lives of the dogs\, pigs and rodents who were subjected to painful outdated experiments conducted by St. Joseph’s Hospital. These innocent animals suffered and died and we will remember them and the lives they didn’t have the chance to live. \nWhat to Expect:\n🌸 A memorial space will be set up with a banner\, photos of some of the animals that have been killed\, and flowers.\n🕯️ We will stand in solidarity\, share words\, and reflect with a moment of silence.\n💌 You are invited to bring letters\, toys\, drawings\, or flowers to lay at the memorial. \nThis vigil is not just a moment of remembrance\, it’s a call for change. It’s time that the hospital stops forcing animals to endure highly invasive horrific experiments such as heart heart attacks lasting up to 3 hours\, and commit to replacing animal testing with modern\, ethical alternatives. \nAll are welcome. Let’s show St. Joseph’s Hospital that these animals’ lives mattered\, that it is time to halt the killing and release the dogs and pigs for rehoming. \nTo learn more about the experiences of the animals who lost their lives in secret experiments at St. Joseph’s Hospital\, watch our exposé: https://youtu.be/dJzpBk0ISpU
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/vigil-for-the-animals-who-lost-their-lives-to-st-josephs-hospital/
LOCATION:St. Joseph’s Hospital\, 268 Grosvenor St\, London\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Protest or Rally
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://animalrightstoronto.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Vigil_for_tortured_animals.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250802T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250802T130000
DTSTAMP:20250723T002946Z
CREATED:20250723T002946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T002946Z
UID:9530-1754136000-1754139600@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Make Cages History - Protest at Sobeys + Brave the Cage Challenge
DESCRIPTION:IT’S TIME TO MAKE CAGES HISTORY. \nSobeys is still supporting cruel cage confinement for hens — despite growing public outcry and the cage-free commitments made by their leadership team. \nJoin us outside Sobeys to stand up for animals and call on them to go 100% cage-free. Together\, we can demand better and show that compassionate consumers won’t accept cruelty on grocery store shelves. \n🔥 FEATURED ACTION: Brave the Cage Challenge \nEver wonder what it’s like to live in a cage like millions of hens do every day? \nStep into the experience. \nWe’re challenging customers and supporters to spend 5 minutes in a cramped cage — and walk away with $20 cash as a thank-you for your courage and empathy. 💸 \nCan you #BraveTheCage? Tag your friends\, take a photo\, and challenge others to do the same! \n📢 What to Expect:\n✅ Peaceful protest with signs and outreach\n✅ The Brave the Cage station\n✅ Great community energy! \nBring your voice\, and your passion. Let’s send a clear message: It’s time for Sobeys to make cages history! \nNote: Please check the Facebook event page for updates.
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/make-cages-history-protest-at-sobeys-brave-the-cage-challenge/
LOCATION:Sobeys – 22 Fort York Blvd\, 22 Fort York Blvd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5V 3Z2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Protest or Rally
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250624T130000
DTSTAMP:20250606T223900Z
CREATED:20250606T223900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T223900Z
UID:8867-1750766400-1750770000@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:RALLY: Animal Justice in Court to Block Return of Ag Gag Law
DESCRIPTION:Ontario’s dangerous ag gag law—which punishes whistleblowers and hides animal abuse— is back in court. After a judge struck down much of the law as unconstitutional last year\, the province filed an appeal in an attempt to overturn our hard-fought legal victory. Join Animal Justice and friends for a powerful rally outside the Ontario Court of Appeal as we return to the courtroom to defend the ruling. \nThe appeal will be heard by the Ontario Court of Appeal on Tuesday\, June 24 & Wednesday\, June 25. We need you there to show the court—and the public—that Canadians won’t accept laws that cover up cruelty and silence the truth about abuse at farms and slaughterhouses. Join us in an eye-catching rally\,  and help us spread the message that ag gag laws have NO place in Canada! \nSigns will be provided\, and you are welcome to bring your own. Bring your friends\, family\, and fellow advocates! \nNote: Please check the Faceboook event page for updates.
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/rally-animal-justice-in-court-to-block-return-of-ag-gag-law/
LOCATION:Outside the Ontario Court of Appeal\, Osgoode Hall\, 130 Queen Street West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Osgoode Hall\, 130 Queen Street West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Court Case,Court Rally,Political Campaign,Protest or Rally
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250321T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250321T170000
DTSTAMP:20250316T203446Z
CREATED:20250316T203446Z
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SUMMARY:Lucy The Stolen Lives of Elephants - film
DESCRIPTION:First documentary film that investigates how zoos deceive the public under the guise of education and conservation.  At the heart of the film is Lucy living in Edmonton\, alone\, in a concrete cage with painted trees while her advocates fight Edmonton City Council to release her to a sanctuary. \nMarch 21 – Theatrical Release at Carlton Cinema in Toronto\, ON\nApril 2 – Event Screening at Westdale Theatre in Hamilton\, ON\nAdditional screenings TBC Broadcast Premiere: April 6\, 2025 – documentary Channel
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/lucy-the-stolen-lives-of-elephants-film/
LOCATION:Carlton Cinema in Toronto\, 20 Carlton St\, Toronto\, Ont\, M5B 2H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Animal Sanctuaries,Animal Save Movement,Movie Screening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250204T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250204T093000
DTSTAMP:20250126T020301Z
CREATED:20250126T015750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250126T020301Z
UID:7374-1738661400-1738661400@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Court Hearing: Vegan Human Rights Case
DESCRIPTION:Join Animal Justice inside the courthouse to watch this hearing live and support this important case for vegan rights! \nAnimal Justice has been granted leave to intervene at the Divisional Court of Ontario in a groundbreaking discrimination case brought by vegan firefighter\, Adam Knauff. This case raises the novel question of whether a belief in ethical veganism is a type of “creed”\, a protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code. \nIn 2023\, the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario denied Mr. Knauff’s claim that his belief system as an ethical vegan counted as a creed. Now\, Mr. Knauff seeks judicial review of that decision from the Court. An Animal Justice lawyer will argue that ethical veganism as a secular belief system meets all the requirements to be protected as a creed. \nLocation: Courtroom 3\, Osgoode Hall \nNote: Please check the Facebook event page for updates.
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/court-hearing-vegan-human-rights-case/
LOCATION:Osgoode Hall\, 130 Queen Street West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Court Case
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241219T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241219T120000
DTSTAMP:20241217T214216Z
CREATED:20241217T214216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T214216Z
UID:7010-1734604200-1734609600@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:world's first and only international animal E-passport
DESCRIPTION:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/free-animal-passport-tickets-1106826841879 \nJoin us for an exciting news conference . This in-person event will take Dec 19 \, 2014 \, \n“Global Mobility for Animals: Unveiling the World’s First International Animal Passport” \nThe Ipassa Organization is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking development in global travel and animal identification: the world’s first and only international animal E-passport. This innovative passport exactly the same of a citizen’s passport\, complying with ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) standards and boasting 13 advanced security features. \nWe cordially invite you to a news conference where this revolutionary initiative will be unveiled and discussed. \nIf you are a news TV – journalist – news photographer – social media activist – animal rights activist or animal lover. We are waiting for you impatiently.
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/worlds-first-and-only-international-animal-e-passport/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241206T180000
DTSTAMP:20241101T010921Z
CREATED:20241101T010910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T010921Z
UID:6484-1733508000-1733508000@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Animal Justice's Toronto Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a holiday bash in Toronto on December 6\, 2024\, featuring delicious vegan food\, cocktails\, holiday treats\, special guests\, and a silent auction with amazing prizes. \nCome learn more about all that we achieved for animals together this year\, and our big plans for 2025! We’ll also premiere our 2024 Year In Review video. \nSuggested minimum donation of $60 at the event.\nRSVP ➡️ https://bit.ly/3UJHGh1
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/animal-justices-toronto-holiday-party/
LOCATION:Reid’s Distillery\, 32 Logan Ave.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Fundraiser,Vegan Social Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T203000
DTSTAMP:20241114T055650Z
CREATED:20241114T055650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T055650Z
UID:6612-1731610800-1731616200@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Wayne Hsiung - The War on Compassion
DESCRIPTION:Hey Friends! I expect will be an excellent event coming up on THURSDAY eve that I’ll be hosting in the Animal Justice Academy community! \nWayne Hsiung is an open rescue crusader\, an animal rights lawyer who’s represented others (including HIMSELF) at trial\, a movement philosopher and strategist\, and someone who’s even done animal advocacy from jail! \nIn this AJA public online event\, we’ll talk to Wayne about his journey leading investigations and rescues in factory farms and slaughterhouses across the U.S. with Direct Action Everywhere\, serving as lead counsel for four “right to rescue” trials of activists being prosecuted\, and his own criminal prosecutions and time in jail. \nWe’ll discuss topics like: \n• the attempted silencing of animal advocacy and what we do to fight it\n• what Wayne feels are the top things we need to focus on in the animal rights movement right now\n• how protecting the most powerless in our society is the best way for us to protect democracy\n• the Simple Heart Initiative’s mission to build a mass movement for rescuing sick and dying animals in factory farms\n• current trials he’s been working on including the Ridglan Dog Trial and the King’s Sheep Trial with Animal Rising in the UK\n• how we\, as an individuals\, can help to build a world where compassion is celebrated instead of criminalized \nWe’ll also be opening things up for a community Q&A during the event. \nThursday\, Nov. 14\, 2024\n7-8:30pm EST on ZOOM\nREGISTER (free!) https://training.animaljusticeacademy.com/live-event-registration-11142024/ \nOur AJA events are always warm\, energetic gatherings where folks get to learn\, exchange ideas\, and feel in community. I hope you’ll join us!
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/wayne-hsiung-the-war-on-compassion/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240927T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240929T133000
DTSTAMP:20240914T175042Z
CREATED:20240830T141606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240914T175042Z
UID:5689-1727429400-1727616600@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Canadian Animal Law Conference
DESCRIPTION:Buy $$ tickets at https://www.canadiananimallawconference.ca/events/canadian-animal-law-conference-2024
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/canadian-animal-law-conference/
LOCATION:Toronto Metropolitan University\, 350 Victoria St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5B 2K3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice,Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Justice":MAILTO:info@animaljustice.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240418T130000
DTSTAMP:20240417T171952Z
CREATED:20240417T072844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T171952Z
UID:3847-1713441600-1713445200@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:Struck Down! Ontario’s Ag Gag law
DESCRIPTION:Animal Justice Academy is thrilled to invite you to our next AJA Lunchtime Live\, Struck Down! Ontario’s Ag-Gag Law Defeat Unpacked\, this Thursday\, April 18th\, at Noon – 1pm on ZOOM. \nAcross Canada\, provincial ag-gag laws have made it illegal for animal activists and journalists to go undercover to expose the horrific cruelty that exists on meat\, dairy\, egg\, and fur farms and slaughterhouses. \nOn April 2nd\, Animal Justice lawyers struck down major provisions of Ontario’s ag-gag law\, Bill – 156\, in Ontario’s Superior Court\, charging that the law unconstitutionally violated Canadians’ freedom of expression. \nThis is the first time in Canadian history that lawyers have successfully defeated ag-gag legislation in court\, making it a landmark VICTORY for animals! \nJoin us this Thursday\, April 18th\, as lawyer and executive director of Animal Justice\, Camille Labchuk and animal rights journalist\, Jessica Scott Reid break down the court ruling and discuss what it means for Canadian ag-gag laws in the future. They’ll also discuss what whistleblowers and journalists can expect going forward as they expose cruelty at Ontario’s animal farms and slaughterhouses. \nRegister (free!): https://training.animaljusticeacademy.com/lunchtime-live-registration-04182024 \nThursday\, April 18th\nNoon – 1pm ET on ZOOM
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/struck-down-ontarios-ag-gag-law/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Animal Justice
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