Below are our most recent media releases. For more information or requests for interviews with VHS staff contact Chantelle Archambault, Communications Director: 604 416 2903, chantelle@vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca
Hastings horse death just weeks before start of race season prompts renewed calls for change
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE VANCOUVER, April 17, 2025 – The Vancouver Humane Society (VHS) is reiterating concerns after learning that a 3-year-old horse was injured and euthanized during a recent timed workout at Vancouver’s Hastings Racecourse. On April 13, 2025, a horse named Wynn Magic suffered a compound fracture to the left front leg and was euthanized, B.C.’s…
National animal protection election debate to take place on April 23rd
April 16, 2025. For immediate release. TORONTO—For the second time in Canadian history, federal candidates will square off this Earth Week in a national all-party debate focused on animal protection issues. Animal protection emerged as an election issue for the…
Port Moody City Council votes to prohibit mobile live animal programs in Port Moody
January 23, 2025. For immediate release. The BC SPCA and the Vancouver Humane Society (VHS) are celebrating Port Moody City Council’s decision to prohibit mobile live animal programs, also known as mobile petting zoos, in Port Moody. In addition to…
Eight year old giraffe, Jenga, dies at Greater Vancouver Zoo
Sign the petition VANCOUVER, October 24, 2024 – The tragic life and death of Jenga the giraffe is the latest in a series of animal welfare issues at the Great Vancouver Zoo. Jenga, aged 8, died suddenly and unexpectedly at…