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While it is obvious to most people, The Humane Society of Canada (HSC) is once again reminding the public that animal companions are sentient beings who should not be given as presents at Christmas - or any other time. Every time HSC Executive Director Michael O’Sullivan hears of someone giving a pet as a present, his blood starts to boil.

New York Times, April 13, 2015 - Japan's ongoing whaling activities in the Antarctic has failed to convince a panel of the International Whaling Commission (IWC) who argue that Japan's proposal fails to demonstrate a need for "lethal sampling" to achieve it's stated objectives. To read more please click here.

siameseshepherdsmallVANCOUVER, NOVEMBER 29/2011 - With Christmas and the Holidays just around the corner, The Humane Society of Canada (HSC) is urging people to find out if the company they work for has a Matching Gift Program that can double their donation to  help animals.

"Sometimes, a person will have worked for a company for a number of years without realizing that their employer will match their kindness and generosity, dollar for dollar, meaning we can help even more animals at risk," explains, Al Hickey, HSC Western Regional Director.

To make it easier for people to check, The Humane Society of Canada, has a directory of companies in Canada and the United States which can be found here. Canadians living and working in the United States, along with Canadian employed by American companies here in Canada can also donate through a matching gift program.

The animal charity is also asking people to encourage their employer to set up a Matching Gift Program if they don't already have one, and can give them tips and guidelines on how to do this.  If a person needs help with finding their company, they can contact The Humane Society of Canada toll free by calling 1-800-641-KIND (5463) or writing to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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girlanddogChildren and Youth: Get Out The Vote for People, Animals and the Environment - This Is Your Time says The Humane Society of Canada

 

The Humane Society of Canada is providing this information in a non-partisan fashion by providing links directly to Elections Canada and other government websites to assist Canadians from all walks of life in exercising their democratic right to vote.

Toronto, June 1, 2018 – With a dramatic, hard hitting public service announcement: The Heat Is On, The Humane Society of Canada is again launching its nationwide campaign asking people to leave their pets at home during hot weather. 

December 15, 2016, TORONTO - "The arrival of biting winds, brutally cold temperatures and snow is putting some pets at risk," warns Humane Society of Canada (HSC) Chairman & CEO, Michael O’Sullivan. 

valentinedogFebruary 11, 2014, VANCOUVER – If you are looking for a unique Valentine’s Day gift for that special person or furred, feathered or finned someone in your life, you might consider doing your shopping at The Humane Society of Canada’s (HSC’s) Online Adventure Store. Not only will you be surprising the recipient with a thoughtful present, but your gift will be helping animals and the environment as well!

winterbirdsCold weather and snow is making its’ seasonal appearance over much of Canada making it increasingly difficult for birds to find enough food. The Humane Society of Canada (HSC) says that people and birds can both benefit when humans assist their feathered friends by supplying them with a continual supply of quality bird feed.

As our family approaches the end of one year and the beginning of the next we always take stock of where we’ve been and where we’re headed and that of course includes caring for our fur angels.  This past year has been a hard one for the animal kingdom and the natural world we share with them.  A year full of triumphs and tragedies, hopes fulfilled and dreams shattered. 


dog and cat at christmasDecember 30, 2013, VANCOUVER – Every year many animal companions, and often their human guardians, suffer during the holidays from situations that could have been easily prevented says The Humane Society of Canada (HSC).

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