Semiahmoo, Katzie, Kwikwetlem, Kwantlen, Qayqayt and Tsawwassen unceded territories/ SURREY – On Saturday, May 20, animal rights activists from across the lower mainland will set up shop at the Cloverdale rodeo to protest the abusive use of animals for entertainment.The activists will make their stand by way of nonviolent civil discourse – holding signs and inviting attendees to debate the ethics of using animals in rodeo events like bull riding and saddle bronc.The protesters’ attitudes reflect the majority of Canadians. Recent polling shows the majority do not strongly or moderately support the use of animals in rodeos.Canada: 8% strongly support, 37 % strongly oppose, moderately in favour 24%, moderately opposed 21% British Columbia: 4% strongly support, 36% strongly opposed, 22%, moderately in favour, 28 % moderately opposed.
– Research Co.Most Canadians say they believe in animal welfare, including rodeo sponsors and attendees, but exactly what constitutes animal welfare is a hotly contested subject. In the spirit of free speech, animal rights activists will attend the rodeo and say – not that.Additional videos, content, and sources:Youtube: Animal welfare issues spotted at BC rodeos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gutEIpybHGQ
Last Chance for Animals: Facts Sheethttps://www.lcanimal.org/images/pdf/Rodeo_Fact_Sheet_2022_A.pdf
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