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SUMMARY:Watermelon Market - Fundraiser for Multispecies Families and Animal Rescues in territories affected by genocide and war
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday June 21st (new date) for our fundraiser for multispecies families\, rescuers and caregivers living in places affected by genocide and war. \nDonations are 100% for multispecies families and caregivers working tirelessly to save animals beyond humans during these times of genocide. \nBring cash\, enjoy plant based baked goods\, coffee and refreshments while you swap and/or  browse through gently used clothing\, accessories\, books. \nCan’t wait to see you at The Lab!
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/watermelon-market-fundraiser-for-multispecies-families-and-animal-rescues-in-territories-affected-by-genocide-and-war/
LOCATION:The Lab | Vegutainment Centre\, 108 Dundas St W\, 2nd Floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5G 1C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:Protest to Stop York Primate Research
DESCRIPTION:🚨 PROTEST TO STOP YORK UNIVERSITY’S PRIMATE RESEARCH\n📍 Meet at benches in front of Subway restaurant (no affiliation)\n🕜 Monday\, June 22nd | 3 PM – 5 PM \nAt 3 PM\, we will gather at the benches in front of Subway before walking together to the protest location at/ by York University for a peaceful protest and friendly public outreach. It is easiest to find each other by arriving at the beginning\, but if you arrive late please check back here in the discussion tab for location updates. Signs\, banners\, and leaflets will be provided. This protest will focus on outreach to raise awareness and sharing the call to action. If possible please avoid large\, unrelated logos on clothing (such as brand names). Let’s be respectful to all and work together to help the animals. \nWe are coming together to raise awareness about the suffering of nine rhesus macaques currently being experimented on at York University… and to demand a future beyond animal testing. \nA recent undercover investigation by Last Chance for Animals (LCA) exposed disturbing conditions inside York’s primate research lab. According to footage\, records\, and expert reviews released through the investigation\, macaques were allegedly subjected to: \n• Brain/head implants\, some reportedly encrusted with blood\n• Water deprivation used as a “motivational tool”\n• Monkeys drinking their own urine due to dehydration\n• Eye coils attached to the females’ eyes\, resulting in blindness in one macaque after repeated surgeries\n• Social isolation for years at a time\n• Small barren cages causing severe psychological distress\n• Repetitive trauma behaviors like pacing\, swaying\, hair-pulling\, and self-harm\n• Permanent restraint collars around their necks 24/7 \, resulting in difficulties swallowing\n• Multiple invasive surgeries over many years; some of the macaques have been there for 17+ years \nOne macaque\, Kenny\, was documented repeatedly scratching at his implant until he reportedly pulled it out\, leaving a gaping wound. \nAnother macaque\, Liesl\, reportedly suffered significant vision loss after multiple eye procedures. Experts reviewing the evidence described the conditions as causing severe physical and psychological suffering. \nThis protest is not only about York University. It is about the future of science and ethics in Canada. \nAround the world\, there is increasing momentum toward phasing out animal testing in favour of modern\, non-animal research methods. The United States and the European Union are already moving in this direction. Instead of defending outdated and cruel experiments on highly intelligent primates\, Canada should be investing in humane and innovative science. \nJoin us to stand up for compassion\, science without suffering\, and a better future for both animals and humans. \n📢 Please help spread the word by inviting friends and sharing this event. \n⬇️ LEARN MORE / WATCH THE INVESTIGATION / TAKE ACTION:\nhttps://stopyorkprimateresearch.com/
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/protest-to-stop-york-primate-research/
LOCATION:York University – 105 The Pond Rd.\, 105 The Pond Rd.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Anti-Vivisection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T230000
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SUMMARY:VegTO Karoke Night
DESCRIPTION:VegTO’s Karaoke Nights\, hosted by Mike and Priya\, co-hosts of the “Life is in the Lyrics” podcast\, kicks off on Thursday\, June 25th from 8 to 11 pm with a celebration of Pride and Gay anthems. \nTickets: https://luma.com/lz3pqnop
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/vegto-karoke-night/
LOCATION:The Lab | Vegutainment Centre\, 108 Dundas St W\, 2nd Floor\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5G 1C3\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T133000
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SUMMARY:🚨 PROTEST: Unilever’s World Cup – Terms & Conditions Apply! 🚨
DESCRIPTION:📅 When: Saturday\, June 27\, 2026 at 12:30 PM \nWhere: Nathan Phillips Square  \nWhile Unilever spends millions sponsoring the FIFA World Cup in Toronto—plastering brands like Hellmann’s\, Amora\, Dove\, and Knorr across our city—they are hiding a dark secret. Unilever just walked back its global promise to go 100% cage-free.\nYou can’t celebrate the World Cup and play by different rules! There is no fair play for hens under Unilever’s current global policy. It’s time for them to play fair for all hens everywhere.\nThey have protected hens in North America and Europe\, but they are leaving over 2 million hens trapped in cruel\, cramped wire cages across the rest of the world. We are gathering to demand that Unilever stops its selective ethics. Animal welfare shouldn’t depend on geography!\nBring your voices\, your friends\, and your passion. Let’s make sure Unilever hears Toronto loud and clear: Break the cages\, not your promises!\n🐔🛑\n👉 #UnileverUnmasked #GoCageFree #EndTheCageAge #TorontoProtest  \nWe will have a banner\, signs\, and leaflets to use the day of. Come with yourself and bonus if you can bring a friend!🐾🐓🐣🐣💚\nBy attending this and other Mercy For Animals events\, you agree to our Volunteer Terms (https://mercyforanimals.org/volunteer-terms/) and Volunteer Handbook (https://file-cdn.mercyforanimals.org/…/MFA-Volunteer…).\nIf you have any questions feel free to message me on Facebook or by email at animalsmatter@hotmail.com.\nThank you\,\nKelli Demontneay🐾🌱🐓🐣
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/%f0%9f%9a%a8-protest-unilevers-world-cup-terms-conditions-apply-%f0%9f%9a%a8/
LOCATION:Nathan Phillips Square\, 100 Queen Street West\, Toronto\, M5H 2N1\, CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260704T130000
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SUMMARY:Ribfest Protest
DESCRIPTION:We will be protesting the Ribfest and showing everyone that pigs and all animals are individuals. \nSee the Facebook event page for more info and remember to mark yourself as going if you plan on attending. Thank you!
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/ribfest-protest/
LOCATION:Sankofa Square\, 1 Dundas Street E\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T170000
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SUMMARY:VegOttawa Fest
DESCRIPTION:VegOttawa Association is thrilled to announce that VegOttawa Fest will take place at the Ottawa Conference and Event Centre on Saturday July 25\, 2025\, from 10am to 5pm. Admission is FREE! (Donations to VegOttawa are appreciated and will be accepted at the door.) \nThis will be VegOttawa’s second veg fest in recent history\, after a successful re-launch in 2025. Historically\, thousands of people from across the city and beyond have gathered at annual veg fests to try new foods\, meet new people\, and learn from leaders in the movement. With plant-based foods more popular than ever before\, this event is one you won’t want to miss. \nThis one-day event will bring together a diverse audience—from seasoned vegans to the veg-curious—for a fun\, informative\, and engaging experience. Attendees will have the opportunity to: \n– Hear from inspiring leaders and experts in the vegan movement\n– Connect with plant-based businesses and brands\n– Engage with local community organizations\n– Sample a wide variety of delicious plant-based foods \nWe hope you will join us for a celebration of plant-based living in Canada’s capital! \nL’Association VegOttawa est ravie d’annoncer que le Festival VegOttawa aura lieu au Centre des congrès et des événements d’Ottawa le samedi 25 juillet 2026\, de 10 h à 17 h. L’entrée est GRATUITE ! (Les dons à VegOttawa sont appréciés et seront acceptés à la porte). \nIl s’agit de la deuxième édition du Festival VegOttawa après un nouveau lancement réussi en 2025. Historiquement\, des milliers de personnes de toute la ville et d’ailleurs se rassemblent aux festivals véganes annuels pour goûter des produits originaux\, rencontrer de nouvelles personnes et s’informer auprès des leaders du mouvement. La nourriture végétale étant plus populaire que jamais\, vous ne voudrez pas manquer cet événement. \nCet événement d’une journée réunira un public diversifié – des végétaliens et végétaliennes de longue date aux « veg* curieux »\n– pour une expérience amusante\, informative et captivante. Le public aura l’occasion : \n– d’écouter des leaders et des personnes aux expertises inspirantes du mouvement végane\n– d’entrer en contact avec des entreprises et des marques végétales\n– de s’engager auprès d’organisations communautaires locales\n– de goûter à une grande variété de délicieux produits à base de plantes. \nNous espérons que vous vous joindrez à nous pour une célébration d’un mode de vie à base de plantes dans la capitale nationale ! \nNote: Please check the Facebook event page for updates.
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/vegottawa-fest/
LOCATION:200 Coventry Rd.\, 200 Coventry Rd.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1K 4S3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Vegan Festival or Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260815T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260815T183000
DTSTAMP:20260613T101139
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SUMMARY:Burlington Vegfest 2026
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for Burlington VegFest 2026—your go-to spot for tasty plant-based eats\, fun vibes\, and good times! \nGet Ready for Burlington VegFest 2026! \nJoin us in person for an awesome day celebrating all things vegan and plant-based. Whether you’re a long-time vegan or just curious\, Burlington VegFest 2026 has something for you—delicious food\, cool vendors\, fun activities\, and good vibes all around. Come hang out\, try new eats\, and connect with the community. Don’t miss the chance to soak up the spirit of vegan living downtown! \nTickets (free): https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/burlington-vegfest-2026-tickets-1980838063972
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/burlington-vegfest-2026/
LOCATION:Spencer Smith Park\, 1400 Lakeshore Rd.\, Burlington\, Ontario\, L7S 1B3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Vegan Festival or Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260822T160000
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SUMMARY:Secondhand Stories Chicken Sanctuary Open House
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, August 22\, 2026 from 9-4\, Secondhand Stories non-profit Chicken Sanctuary will host their 3rd Annual Open House\, welcoming the public to the sanctuary grounds! This event invites families to meet their flock\, explore humane education\, and enjoy hands-on workshops and activities designed to spark compassion for chickens. Tickets sell out each year\, so make sure to save your spot before it’s too late! \nHighlights of the event include: \n\n Hourly guided tours\n Vendor marketplace with food options\n Yoga with the chickens\n Children’s story time with the chickens\n & more!\n\nThey kindly ask for a donation of $10/ticket to help them in their efforts to inspire compassion for chickens through rescue\, education & advocacy.  \nMore Details & Tickets at: https://www.secondhandstories.ca/openhouse
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/secondhand-stories-chicken-sanctuary-open-house-2/
LOCATION:Secondhand Stories\, 21 Pegg Rd\, Rideau Lakes\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Animal Sanctuaries,Vegan Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260828T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260828T190000
DTSTAMP:20260613T101139
CREATED:20260608T151928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T151928Z
UID:14663-1787922000-1787943600@animalrightstoronto.com
SUMMARY:The Honest Whisper’s 10th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Ten years ago\, we started with a whisper—now\, it’s time to celebrate the journey! Please join us for an evening of community\, creativity\, and connection. \nWhat’s in store: \n\nArt: Immerse yourself in installations by local vegan artists\, including our founder\, Laura.\nRefreshments: Enjoy unique\, complimentary coffee\, tea\, and plant-based bites.\nConnection: Whether you’re a long-time collaborator or just meeting us for the first time\, we can’t wait to see you.\n\nWe’ll be sharing our history and looking toward the future. Come learn how you can join the movement—from requesting an activism group feature to designing t-shirts to submitting guest writing. \nEntry: Pay-what-you-can at the door (All proceeds donated to Wishbone).
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/the-honest-whispers-10th-anniversary/
LOCATION:Wishbone Animal Rights Lab\, Suites 305 & 307\, 600 Bay Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5G 1M6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261016T150000
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Anti-Vivisection World Protest
DESCRIPTION:Details to come. \nCheck the Facebook event page for updates.
URL:https://animalrightstoronto.com/event/4th-annual-anti-vivisection-world-protest/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Anti-Vivisection,Protest or Rally
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