Two petitions asking Canada to declare animals sentient, rather than property


Two petitions asking Canada to declare animals sentient, rather than property
The Issue
Canadians/residents of Canada, please sign e-petition asking the government to pass legislation that recognizes animals as sentient beings rather than property. No minimum age required to sign, however a young person must have their own email address.
https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-5114
The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) Position Statements on Animal Sentience:
"many species of animals are sentient. All vertebrates, and likely many invertebrate...are sentient in that they can experience feelings... Consequently, the welfare of sentient animals must be considered as part of ethical decision-making; effort must be made to maximize positive experiences and minimize negative experiences."
"the recognition of animal sentience should be considered within the Canadian legal system under nationally harmonized animal welfare legislation to ensure consistent application and enforcement. This includes developing and applying regulations; protecting animals used for scientific, commercial, consumption, recreational, or personal purposes; and in interacting with wild and feral animals.

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The Issue
Canadians/residents of Canada, please sign e-petition asking the government to pass legislation that recognizes animals as sentient beings rather than property. No minimum age required to sign, however a young person must have their own email address.
https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-5114
The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) Position Statements on Animal Sentience:
"many species of animals are sentient. All vertebrates, and likely many invertebrate...are sentient in that they can experience feelings... Consequently, the welfare of sentient animals must be considered as part of ethical decision-making; effort must be made to maximize positive experiences and minimize negative experiences."
"the recognition of animal sentience should be considered within the Canadian legal system under nationally harmonized animal welfare legislation to ensure consistent application and enforcement. This includes developing and applying regulations; protecting animals used for scientific, commercial, consumption, recreational, or personal purposes; and in interacting with wild and feral animals.

1,927
Petition created on October 2, 2024