Canada Can Lift the Ban

13/02/2023

PARLIAMENTARY PETITION HAS BEEN PRESENTED

The petition that asks for CFIA to meet with rescues to discuss the rabies ban has been presented in parliament. The government has 45 days to respond. NOW is the time to for you, your friends/colleagues to contact MPs to request a meeting to discuss the ban. We have a sample email and some speaking points that can be used. Please PM us for further information.

In Animal Justice's post (below) they're asking for people to click on the link to send an email to their MP. Also worth doing but visiting the MP is the MOST effective route to follow.

THIS IS THE TIME TO LEND OUR VOICES! If we don't act now the policy might not be amended, or might be amended in ways that make it impossible for us to help dogs from these countries.

A petition calling for an end to the heartless ban on most international dog rescue was just presented to Parliament!

05/01/2023

Please sign the parliamentary petition if you haven't already done so. Further information below.

There is no obligation on the part of the House of Commons or any Member of Parliament to authorize the publication of an e-petition or to present an e-petition or a paper petition to the House of Commons. Neither the House of Commons nor any Member of Parliament authorizing the publication of an e-...

23/10/2022

The vet association even says stringent import requirements can work.
2 cases doesn’t support a blunt instrument that will result in thousands of dogs dying.
We have a proposal that would keep Canadians and their dogs safe and would like the opportunity to meet with CFIA to discuss it.

Please share! Let's make our voices heard!

https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/dog-import-ban-petition-parliament-1.6625072

21/10/2022

We need your success stories!! Tell us about your amazing rescue dog and where they came from!

Lily is appx 4 years old. She came to her family from Turkey in June, 2019.
She had suffered on the streets as a wee baby and when rescued had 2 broken back legs.
When she left the vet, healed and ready to face life, she went to Sponsor A Dog to be cared for. She was such a scared pup they weren't sure if anyone would accept her.
Today she is a happy, playful snuggly girl that loves her life.
Her family can't imagine life without this love bug.

18/10/2022

Please share far and wide!
Your share may be the one that connects us to the professionals we need!

We are searching for Veterinarians in Canada willing to speak to us about the CFIA ban.

17/10/2022

Wondering how to contact your MP to express your concerns about the ban?
Here you go!!
Share this info with your friends!
Let's all be heard 🐶

https://www.ourcommons.ca/Members/en/search?searchText=&parliament=current&caucusId=all&province=all&gender=all&lastName=&view=list

17/10/2022

If you are upset about the ban, here's something you can do - you can call your MP and let them know! (Link attached to find PMs)

And here is a script you can use to give them solutions that don't involve the death of thousands and thousands of dogs.

Hi/Hello
I'm calling because I am very concerned by Canada's ban on importing rescued dogs from 113 (58%!) of the world's countries.
I share our government’s commitment to health and public safety, and so do all of Canada's responsible international rescue organizations. I am concerned that the new CFIA regulations shut down the humanitarian work of rescuing thousands of dogs each year who endure suffering and abuse.
We are asking for the ban to be amended to exempt rescue organizations. There are veterinarians who agree the risk of importing rabies can be effectively mitigated with proper preventive measures.
We propose the following as a responsible and reasonable alternative to an outright ban:
- A ban on the importation of dogs under eight months of age from the flagged countries
- For dogs 8 months old or older, proof of the following would be necessary:
• vaccination for rabies with a rabies vaccine manufactured by a manufacturer/lab approved by Canadian authorities.
• sterilization; and,
• minimum time of 2 months with the rescuer/shelter in originating country.
Reputable international rescue organizations already adhere to these vetting standards voluntarily, as they are committed to the health and safety of Canadians and their pets, of rescued dogs, and of all dogs.
These proposed requirements more than adequately address the goal of avoiding bringing dog-rabies into Canada. These prerequisites would also help deter and w**d out those international puppy mills and breeders that import animals to Canada purely for profit and are known sources of diseased imported puppies.
The well-documented mental health benefits of the human-animal bond can’t be over-emphasized. For many years responsible international rescue organizations have not only brought in highly adoptable, healthy dogs in desperate need of homes, for Canadian families to love - they have also helped support sterilization and rabies inoculation programs for street dogs around the globe.
We respectfully ask that the Minister of Health agree to a thoughtful, transparent, positive dialogue with representatives from rescue organizations, to consider alternatives to an outright ban that will work to effectively keep canine rabies out of Canada and help eradicate it everywhere.
We are asking you to bring our proposals to the Minister of Health, and to Cabinet, for consideration.

Thank you for supporting and being the voice for the dogs!! ❤️🐾❤️

https://www.ourcommons.ca/Members/en/search?searchText=&parliament=current&caucusId=all&province=all&gender=all&lastName=&view=list

16/10/2022

Great job Save Our Scruff - at cancanrescuewe are fighting to have the ban amended so you can keep up your excellent humanitarian work. Thank you!

In their five years, Save Our Scruff has adopted out 1,700 dogs and counting

14/10/2022

This is from the a director of a dog rescue organization -

This was Blacky.

He was living on the streets of Cairo as the rescuer who was feeding him couldn’t take him in without a commitment from us. I really wanted to bring him but we ran out of time and fosters.

He couldn’t be prepared for travel on time. He was poisoned and went blind.

He has now died, despite the vet’s attempts to save him. The rescuer is left with the bill and hasn’t slept in days. I can’t stop crying. He was so sweet and gentle.

The red tag shows he was neutered. He was vaccinated. He didn’t cause trouble.

Please call your MP. Please help save thousands of other innocent dogs just like Blacky.

Please show the government there are other humane solutions.

Please save the dogs.

cancanrescue Canadian Food Inspection Agency

12/10/2022

We are only 4 signatures shy of 15,000 on the petition to help get an amendment to 's ban on importing dogs from 113 countries.

If you had a bad day or are feeling down, please consider helping all these innocent dogs by signing and sharing this petition - you will be making a difference in the world! 🐾

https://petitions.ourcommons.ca/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-4122

It's a two-parter - once you click on the link, your signature will count.

Thank you so much!!

There is no obligation on the part of the House of Commons or any Member of Parliament to authorize the publication of an e-petition or to present an e-petition or a paper petition to the House of Commons. Neither the House of Commons nor any Member of Parliament authorizing the publication of an e-...

10/10/2022

Wishing a very Happy Canadian Thanksgiving to all those celebrating. I know I am grateful for Frank, our sweet boy who was rescued from Lebanon.

We are also so grateful to have puppy pictures of our baby.

Thinking of all of those other dogs who were not so lucky and because of the are condemned to a life of abuse and torture.

If you are upset about the ban, here's something you can do - you can call your MP and let them know!

And here is a script you can use to give them solutions that don't involved the death of thousands and thousands of dogs.

Hi/Hello
I'm calling because I am very concerned by Canada's ban on importing rescued dogs from 113 (58%!) of the world's countries.
I share our government’s commitment to health and public safety, and so do all of Canada's responsible international rescue organizations. I am concerned that the new CFIA regulations shut down the humanitarian work of rescuing thousands of dogs each year who endure suffering and abuse.
We are asking for the ban to be amended to exempt rescue organizations. There are veterinarians who agree the risk of importing rabies can be effectively mitigated with proper preventive measures.
We propose the following as a responsible and reasonable alternative to an outright ban:
- A ban on the importation of dogs under eight (8) months of age from the flagged countries
- For dogs 8 months old or older, proof of the following would be necessary:
• vaccination for rabies with a rabies vaccine manufactured by a manufacturer/lab approved by Canadian authorities.
• sterilization; and,
• minimum time of 2 months with the rescuer/shelter in originating country.
Reputable international rescue organizations already adhere to these vetting standards voluntarily, as they are committed to the health and safety of Canadians and their pets, of rescued dogs, and of all dogs.
These proposed requirements more than adequately address the goal of avoiding bringing dog-rabies into Canada. These prerequisites would also help deter and w**d out those international puppy mills and breeders that import animals to Canada purely for profit and are known sources of diseased imported puppies.
The well-documented mental health benefits of the human-animal bond can’t be over-emphasized. For many years responsible international rescue organizations have not only brought in highly adoptable, healthy dogs in desperate need of homes, for Canadian families to love - they have also helped support sterilization and rabies inoculation programs for street dogs around the globe.
We respectfully ask that the Minister of Health agree to a thoughtful, transparent, positive dialogue with representatives from rescue organizations, to consider alternatives to an outright ban that will work to effectively keep canine rabies out of Canada and help eradicate it everywhere.
We are asking you to bring our proposals to the Minister of Health, and to Cabinet, for consideration.

Thank you for supporting and being the voice for the dogs!! ❤️🐾❤️

09/10/2022

There are only 195 countries in the world - this means that more than half of the countries in the world are on CFIA's banned list.
Just think of the families and homes in Canada that will not be able to rescue someone from a life of torture and abuse.

Now think of the bureaucrats at CFIA who devised and implemented this ban without consulting or having a dialogue with any of the many responsible rescue organizations.

Imagine knowing with just a signature you are responsible for the death of thousands and thousands of dogs.

At cancanrescue we are in talks with the politicians to have a dialogue to amend the ban so that responsible rescue organizations like this one will be able to continue their life-saving work.

Please reach out to your MP to have a conversation. Sadly they keep responding with the same boiler plate information, but when you can actually SPEAK to someone, not one of their staffers, they LISTEN.

Here is a website you can use to find your MP - https://www.ourcommons.ca/Members/en/search - just plug in your postal code to find your MP. Please call to show them the Canadian people want to find a humane solution.

Current Members of Parliament - Members of Parliament - House of Commons of Canada

04/10/2022

Reputable rescue organizations care about the dogs they rescue. They are NOT puppy mills.

Fight Puppy Mill Cruelty Digging Up the Truth About Puppy Mills Frequently Asked Questions

02/10/2022

One thing is for sure, it's not long enough. 🥲 💔

Some dogs live longer than others. Researches are learning more about the reasons behind dogs with the longest lifespan.

01/10/2022

Just one example of the amazing work rescue organizations have been doing - thank you to the incredible team at Save Our Scruff

Global Experiences

30/09/2022

THE BAN & INTERNATIONAL RESCUE.
CBC Radio Noon 88.5 Montreal; 101.9 Eastern Townships.

MONTREAL CALL-IN SHOW 12-1 p.m. tomorrow ! September 30th

PLEASE CALL IN: 514-597-4500/ 1-877-597-4500.

MONTREAL adopters please post on your social media!

Let's show how much Canadians care - and how we have humane solutions. We are asking for a seat at the table! ❤️🐾❤️

29/09/2022

We all knew this day could come.
On June 28th, when the CFIA announced they would be implementing a ban on importing dogs from 113 countries deemed high-risk for rabies, the rescue organizations mobilized.
They needed to save as many dogs as they could before the ban would start on September 28th (World Rabie Day).
Since that moment they have worked tirelessly and in the last moments of freedom, banded together to save dogs from Turkey and Iran.
These dogs are getting a second chance, and their lucky families will be adopting wonderful dogs that will change their lives forever.
To the responsible rescue organization and their incredible volunteers – we support and thank you, merci!
❤️

29/09/2022

This is happening right now - we are fighting for an amendment to allow responsible rescue organizations to continue their humanitarian work.
This ban is inhumane and will lead to the deaths of thousands of dogs, and an increase in international puppy mills.

The CFIA said dog rabies kills 59,000 people every year in the countries affected by the ban, including Afghanistan, Ukraine and mainland China.