COVID-19 exposes problems in Canada’s food system, groups call for change
The Vancouver Humane Society (VHS) is joining other animal protection, environmental and food advocacy groups in calling on the federal government to direct any financial aid for Canada’s agriculture system toward transitioning to a safe, equitable and sustainable plant-based food system that improves food security, protects animal welfare, public health, worker safety and the environment on which we all depend. The joint letter highlights that the COVID-19 pandemic has exposed serious problems with Canada’s food system and supply chains, particularly in the meat industry. Industrial livestock operations are a leading source of greenhouse gas emissions and environmental degradation and…
Ontario’s anti-animal protection legislation
“We simply do not know if animals are capable of reasoning and cognitive thought”. This statement was made by the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA)…
Save owls and bears
Spotted owl habitat under threat The online magazine The Narwhal reports that the provincial government has approved clearcut logging in the Fraser Canyon, which is…
Odie’s his old self again
The McVitie Veterinary Assistance Program has been helping pets of low-income caregivers get assistance for many years, ensuring guardians are not forced to surrender the animals they…
Poisoned owl rescued by VHS supporter
Update: District of North Vancouver votes to ban rodenticides! District of North Vancouver Council has voted to ban anticoagulant rodenticides on district-owned properties. The unanimous…
Anti-racism & decolonization
As an organization working to end the oppression of animals, we acknowledge that to advocate for social justice we must work together to challenge and…
The big, challenging questions about plant-based foods with Peter Fricker
What plant-based foods are produced in Canada? Do you have to farm animals to produce enough food for Canadians? Would our economy fail if we…
Help Brittney and Puggy
Brittney and Puggy’s story “Puggy came to me through a friend a few years ago, I have another cat named Jasper and they are buddies.…
Help Brutus in his time of need
When thirteen-year-old Brutus developed a persistent cough and began bringing up fluid, his worried owner Carol made several trips to their vet. After two unsuccessful…
Help Bubba
Exuberant English Bulldog, Bubba, injured his leg while playing at the park. When he began limping and showing signs of pain, his owner Holly took…
Rocco’s story
Rocco’s owner, Fay, adopted Rocco when he was 2-years-old. On a limited pension from the government, Fay was nervous when Rocco started limping. He needed…
Ask the BC government to do more to combat the cruel and dangerous wildlife trade
VHS is shifting the focus of our campaigns and communications to include the wildlife and exotic pet trade, which has been implicated in the emergence…
Emergency plans must include animals
VHS letter calls for legislation to require local authorities to include animals in emergency plans VHS has submitted a letter to a provincial government consultation…
Help us reach our Matching Grant to help animals like Loki!
Last month little Loki, a small Chihuahua Jack Russel mix was found abandoned, wondering the streets of Duncan alone. He was underweight, cold, and very…
Give your views on bird welfare at the Bloedel Conservatory
The City of Vancouver is asking for public comment on the future of the Bloedel Conservatory, which houses more than 120 exotic birds. The Talk…
Animal rescue standards of practice – have your say!
The Animal Welfare Network of British Columbia (AWANBC) is currently seeking public feedback on draft standards for rescues. Follow this link for more information and…
B.C.’s Hunting & Trapping Regulations – Have Your Say!
The provincial government is currently seeking public feedback on a long list of proposed hunting and trapping regulations. This is an opportunity to weigh in…
Challenging captivity
VHS has a long history of opposition to animal captivity. Most recently, we published a report, commissioned from Zoocheck, that drew attention to a number…
VHS has a new Executive Director!
VHS is pleased to announce that Amy Morris has been appointed as Executive Director. Amy joins VHS from the BC SPCA, where she most recently…
Thank you for helping us help animals in 2019!
It’s been another amazing year here at the Vancouver Humane Society and we have achieved so much for animals this year, thanks to the generosity…
Are women and young people the best hope for fighting animal cruelty?
A recent poll of Canadians about a range of animal issues is cause for optimism in the animal protection movement. The poll, by respected polling…
Larry’s Market: the new vegetarian grocery store with a mission to provide “Healthy Food Conveniently”
Larry’s Market owner Ryan Dennis has brought in chef Haley Parrent to prepare menus for specific dietary needs. Photo by Mike Wakefield/North Shore News Since…
Help us build a kinder community for animals on Giving Tuesday!
The Vancouver Humane Society and The Happy Herd Farm Sanctuary are partnering to raise funds to help animals now and in the future. Every year…
Spike kept his tail thanks to our generous donors
Spike means a lot to his family. The black and white tom cat was just a kitten when he was adopted by a single mother…
Celebrate Your Big Day with Vancouver Humane!
You can make your birthday extra special by sharing the day with animals in need! Host your own birthday fundraiser online and you can collect…
Groups Call For Habitat Protection For Endangered BC Caribou
Photo: Alexandre Buisse Vancouver Humane joins 21 other animal protection and environmental organizations, along with wildlife biologists, in calling on B.C. Premier John Horgan and…
Vancouver Climate Strike a sign of hope for all of us – including the animals
On September 27th, approximately 100,000 people took the streets of Vancouver for the global Climate Strike. The Vancouver Humane team joined this inspiring event, which…
Vancouver Humane Joins Call For A Ban On Horse Carriages in Victoria
It was a May 2018 incident involving Victoria’s horse-drawn carriages that seemed to revive the debate over the controversial practice and has ultimately brought the…
Montreal SPCA supports call to cancel Grey Cup rodeo
UPDATE: Since we first published this post, we’ve received another letter of support, this time from the Ottawa Humane Society, backing our call…
Faux Meat Burgers And Your Health: Facts And Fallacies
A guest blog post by Dr. Chana Davis (PhD in genetics) of Fueled by Science Check out more of Chana’s work on her website, instagram…
Cambridge University Cuts Emissions With Less Meat & More Plant-based Foods
Back in 2016, Cambridge University made the decision to remove beef and lamb from its campus menus and offer more plant-based dishes in an…