New Ontario Mammal Legislation Passes
Niagara Falls Review, May 28, 2015 - Ontario has passed new legislation making it illegal to buy or breed a killer whale in the province. Following public consultations the new regulations will be finalized by July and will also set new standards for the size of pools for marine mammals, along with noise, lighting and interaction guidelines. To read more on the impact of these developments please click here.
Norwegian Seal Hunt is Over, Will Not Resume Next Year
Barents Observer, May 27, 2015 - Since Norway's parliament cut a 12 million kroner ($1.9 million dollar) subsidy to the seal hunt from it's 2015 budget in December 2014, the annual hunt appears to be over. Without the government subsidy there remains little value in the hunt and with the revenue gone the few remaining seal hunters called it quits. In 2010 the European Union had banned seal product from Norway into Europe. To read more please click here.
CITES Hears Calls for Wildlife and Forest Crimes to be Taken More Seriously
CITES, April 21, 2015 - At the 13th UN Crime Congress held in Doha, Qatar on 13 April 2015, the high-level side event on "Wildlife and Forest Crime: A Serious Crime" underscored the need for international cooperation in combating transnational organized crime. To read more on the event please click here.
Ontario Joins Cap-and-Trade Market
The Canadian Press, April 21, 2015 - Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne announced last week that Ontario is joining Quebec and California in putting a price on carbon emissions. British Columbia and Alberta also have carbon-pricing plans which economists assert is the most efficient and effective method of meeting Canada's carbon-reduction goals. To read the full story click here.
France Latest Country to Adopt Green Roof Initiative
Environmental News Network, March 26, 2015 - France has become the latest country to pass laws to promote green roofing. Under the new law, newly constructed commercial buildings are to incorporate roofs either partially covered in plants or solar panels. Supporting a number of environmental benefits including, added insulation for the new buildings, decrease the amount of water runoff, combat air pollution in urban centers, provide green energy, etc. To read the full story please click here.
Deep-Water Pollution Affecting Fish Species
Oregon State University, Mar 26, 2015 - Reasearchers' preliminary results uncover the effects of deep-water, human-caused pollution and contamination on fish species. The new research, conducted at depths from 2,000 feet to one mile have found pathological changes in fish consistent with exposure to toxins and carcinogens. For more details the full article can be found here.
The Humane Society of Canada - You Are Their Last Best Hope - Triple Your Donation Today
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The Humane Society of Canada 2014 Christmas Appeal
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The Humane Society of Canada Lifeline Elderly Pets Double Donation - Please Vote Now $ 100,000
Working across the street and across the country, The Humane Society of Canada is the only organization of its kind helping companion animals, horses and farm animals, lab animals, wildlife and the environment. A registered charity we rely entirely on the goodwill and donations of our supporters. Caring people like you.
For the elderly, their pets are often their only companions in an otherwise lonely existence. If you have ever felt the nudge of a cold nose, listened to a contented purr, or felt the warm beat of their hearts, you know exactly what I am talking about. Scientific studies show us what we already know. Living with our pets helps us cope with a wide range of social and health benefits. Encouraging everyone to adopt from animal rescue groups and shelters means more permanent loving homes which is especially true in the case of seniors.
A Win for Elephants and Rhinos in New Jersey
August 6, 2014 - For nearly 20 years, the staff of The Humane Society of Canada have actively participated in the administration and enforcement of CITES, a United Nations treaty to which 175 nations, including Canada (which was a founding member) are signatories. CITES stands for the Convention on the International Trade in Endangered Species and is the most important wildlife treaty in the world.