In Memory of Daisy Duke
As a foundation, we are fighting to have the government put in Bill C-229 (formerly titled Bill C-373) instead of Bill S-203 since the outdated laws have not been changed since the 1800s. Bill S-203 is just an updated version of the same bill. It does not change the effects on inhumane suffering over a hundred years later.
We are trying to spread awareness to the public of the statistically proven link between serial killers and animal abusers: almost always animal abusers turn into people abusers.
Fundraising. All of the money that is raised through the organization goes towards reducing the population of stray cats and dogs humanely. Anyone who does not have the funds can now rely on us. Our spay and Neuter Program is provided free of charge. In memory of Daisy Duke.
Kevin Newman tackles animal rights
Outgoing Global National anchor looks at Canada’s treatment of food animals in documentary No Country for Animals
Airing Wednesday at 10 p.m., No Country for Animals challenges Canada’s record as a rights haven in light of rampant mistreatment of food animals.
The program combines undercover footage of the abuse of captive animals destined for slaughter with disturbing images from puppy mills, interviews with activists, and data comparing Canadian legal standards with some American and European jurisdictions to make its point.
The percentage of animal abuse cases that get convicted in Canada is 0.01 per cent.
Act Now! You Can Help!
Canadians must speak out to stop the passage of ineffective, outdated animal cruelty legislation from being passed in our House of Commons. Here's what you can do! |
PETITIONSYou can participate in our petition drive by signing the online petition or printing the paper version of the petition and circulating it in your area.
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LETTERSSend a letter to Prime Minister Stephen Harper asking him to PASS Bill C-229 to amend the Animal Cruelty Law. Or download this one, sign it, include your address and mail it to him.
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Support GOOD Animal Cruelty Legislation!
Canadians must speak out to stop the passage of ineffective, outdated animal cruelty legislation from being passed in our House of Commons. |
BILL S-203Bill S-203 is a private member's bill in the Senate. It has passed the Senate, passed Second Reading in the House and is awaiting debate by the Justice and Human Rights Committee, likely this fall. Bill S-203 makes NO changes to today's archaic and wholly inadequate offences; it will only increase the penalties. Increased penalties are important, but ultimately meaningless when the offences are so problematic that many cases can't even be prosecuted. Bill S-203:
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BILL C-229(formerly titled C-373)Bill C-229 (formerly known as Bill C-373), a private member's bill in the House, would fix all of the above problems, as well as increase the penalties. This bill is virtually identical to one that came excruciatingly close to being passed in 2003 when it was supported unanimously in the House of Commons. That bill was also supported by a huge number of animal use industries representing farmers, trappers and scientific researchers, as well as veterinarians, police associations and animal protection groups. Unfortunately, the Senate stood in the way of that bill and then it died when Parliament dissolved. |
Upcoming Court Dates
We follow animal abuse cases and have our delegates at every court case to be the voice for these animals. You can join us!
COURTHOUSES: Calgary Courts Centre
Didsbury Court House
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July 21st, 2010Eddie Kwok Yee Chan was charged on October 23, 2009 for alleged medical neglect after failing to have "Pooka", a Cocker Spaniel, treated for severe ear infections and ingrown nails. Provincial court Judge Allan Fradsham fined Chan $1,000 for allowing his dog to suffer and banned him from owning any animals for the next five years. July 22nd, 2010Thomas Norman, charged July 16, 2008, is going to trial regarding the alleged beating of a German Shepherd puppy causing severe injuries. Calgary Courthouse — 9 am, Room #1005 August 4th, 2010Darren Ronald Lesy, 25, pleaded guilty through lawyer David Mohr to causing pain and suffering to Sage on Aug. 27, 2007. Provincial court Judge Gerald Meagher ordered a pre-sentence report on Lesy to be completed in time for sentencing arguments on Aug. 4. Calgary Courthouse — 2 pm, Room 506 |
August 13th, 2010Robert Habermehl, charged November 27, 2009 for alleged physical abuse after a cat in his care was found severely injured and requiring euthanasia, pleaded not guilty. Mr. Habermehl has not yet obtained counsel and is currently appealing a rejection of Legal Aid services. A trial date is to be set Friday, August 13. Calgary Courthouse — 9 am, Room #305 September 15th, 2010Deborah Caldwell, will appear in court on charges of medical neglect from December, 2009 stemming from owning an emaciated rabbit that had a broken leg and bleeding anus. The animal was so ill it had to be euthanized. Calgary Courthouse — 9 am, Room 1005 |
Links to Various Animal Groups
Animal Advocacy Radio | Animal Voices Stop Animal Cruelty in Canada — Stop Canine Profiling — Citizens Against Breed Specific Legislation Let's Adopt! Canada — focuses on educating the general public on animal welfare issues, conducting rescue operations for animals in danger and rehoming them as well as lobbying government.
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Humane Halifax — A group of concerned Halifax citizens dedicated to fair and humane animal control policy and humane animal welfare practices within the Halifax Regional Municipal system. Voice for Animals Humane Society —
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Join Daisy Foundation on Facebook Speak Up For Those That Cannot! — Did you know that Canada’s federal animal cruelty law was originally enacted in 1892? As a nation, however, we have failed in bringing progressive positive change to improve the welfare of animals. Learn more. Take action. Report abuse.
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