Montreal SPCA

• Montreal SPCA urges end to rental rules that bar pets as abandoned animal tally rises

  Canada Day in Montreal has traditionally been synonymous with moving day, as junk piles up on street corners, and abandoned animals show up in droves at the SPCA.

  Canada

  Jul 26
  
• ‘Landmark’ Quebec ruling states no-pet clause violates Charter rights

  Renters in Quebec may soon have final say over whether they're allowed to keep pets in their homes following a legal ruling that no-pet clauses in leases violate Charter rights.

  Canada

  Mar 23
  
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• Pet owners flock to Montreal SPCA to adopt animals abandoned on moving day

  In the seven days following July 1 -- when many leases expire in the province -- more than 150 animals were abandoned at the Montreal SPCA.

  Canada

  Jul 15, 2024
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• Montreal SPCA calling for help, overwhelmed with abandoned dogs ahead of moving day

  The Montreal SPCA says there has been an 'exponential' increase in animal abandonments, and is calling upon animal lovers to donate or adopt.

  Canada

  Jun 20, 2024
• Montreal SPCA hosts free adoption day as shelter overwhelmed with surrendered pets

  Hundreds of people lined up to nab a furry friend for free at the Montreal SPCA on Monday as adoption fees that can go up to $550 were waived for a day.

  Economy

  Oct 9, 2023
• Bill introduced to force Quebec landlords to accept pets in rental units

  According to the Montreal SPCA, 52 per cent Quebec households own a dog or a cat, but only four per cent of rental units allow pets without any restrictions.

  Canada

  May 25, 2023
• Montreal SPCA says more families abandoning their pets for financial reasons

  Families are struggling with inflation and are finding pet ownership more expensive than ever, leaving them to face tough decisions.

  Canada

  Apr 21, 2023
• SPCA petition calls for an end to no-pets clauses in Quebec rental leases

  The SPCA's petition calling for an end to the no pets clause in quebec rental leases is being supported by some opposition parties during this election year.

  Canada

  Apr 5, 2022
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• Former Quebec zoo owner pleads guilty to animal welfare violations, avoids criminal charges

  More than 200 wild and exotic animals were removed from the Saint-Édouard Zoo, including lions, tigers, kangaroos, wolves and primates.

  Canada

  Nov 10, 2021
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• Stick to chocolate bunnies, not the real thing at Easter: animal advocates

  While rabbits are cuddly and cute, they also require complex care, which is why the Quebec Association for the Protection of Rabbits prefers people don't give them as Easter gifts.

  Canada

  Apr 4, 2021