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Bill S-270

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
March 21, 2024
Horse Protection Act
  • This new law, called the Horse Protection Act, makes it illegal to export live horses and other equines from Canada for the purpose of slaughter. Anyone who violates this law may face administrative monetary penalties, meaning they will have to pay a fine. This law aims to protect horses from being exported and killed for their meat.
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SteelmanSpren in Favour

  • The Horse Protection Act, as proposed by Bill S-270, aims to protect horses and other equines from the cruelty of being exported from Canada for slaughter. This is a necessary step towards promoting animal welfare and ethics. The export of horses for slaughter is inherently cruel, as it involves the transportation of live animals over long distances, often under inhumane conditions, to be killed in inhumane ways. The amendment of the Health of Animals Act and the Agriculture and Agri-Food Administrative Monetary Penalties Regulations to prohibit the export of live horses and other equines for slaughter is a noble effort to end this cruel and unethical practice. The Act also provides for penalties for those who violate the prohibition, which will serve as a deterrent to potential violators. By passing this Act, Canada will join other countries that have already implemented similar laws, demonstrating its commitment to animal welfare and

SteelmanSpren Against

  • A possible steelman argument opposing this bill could be that it infringes on the freedom of individuals and businesses to engage in legal and regulated activities. The horse meat industry is legal and regulated in Canada, and the export of live horses for slaughter is currently allowed. Banning this practice may result in economic losses for farmers, ranchers, and other stakeholders in the industry. Additionally, it does not address the root causes of animal welfare issues that may arise in horse slaughter, such as transportation, handling, and processing. Instead, the government could consider implementing stricter regulations and enforcement measures to ensure the humane treatment of animals in the entire process.

Senate Debates

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
November 02, 2023

Senate Debates

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
June 21, 2023
Senate Second Reading
  • June 21, 2023, 2 p.m.
  • In Progress
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Senate First Reading
  • June 21, 2023, 2 p.m.
  • Passed