Go to these Links to take action
Here is a selection of websites related to the major themes in the Activist section. All the sites focus on information and action. They will help you find out more about the kinds of concrete actions you can take to put these ideas to work. The sites also list organizations (many supported by Fré dé ric Back) you may want to join. To guide you through the information, each site carries a brief description of its goals and content (online news and information, interactive activities, practical initiatives). For more links, you may want to visit the French version of this section.
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In defence of animals
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WWF works to conserve species at risk, protect threatenend habitats and address global environmental threats. It looks for long-term solutions that benefit both people and nature.
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IFAW works to improve animal welfare, prevent animal cruelty and abuse, protect wildlife and its habitat around the world.
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WSPA is an animal welfare charity organization that works internationally and locally to end cruelty to animals through field work, campaigning, and education. It represents over 700 humane societies and animal protection organizations in more than 140 countries.
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The animal rights organization PETA focuses on the four areas in which the largest numbers of animals suffer the most intensely for the longest periods of time: on factory farms, in laboratories, in the clothing trade, and in the entertainment industry. Resources for teachers are at http://www.teachkind.org/.
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Nature Canada is a non-profit conservation organization gathering more than 350 naturalist organisations across Canada to protect nature, its diversity, and the processes that sustain it. It focuses on bird conservation, wilderness protection, endangered species and national parks.
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The SQDA's primary objective is to inform the public and promote knowledge and respect of all animal life in order to better protect the animals and to improve their living conditions.
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DUC is a non profit organization committed to the conservation of wetlands and the habitats they harbour. It undertakes wetland research, habitat rehabilitation and environmental education.
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The non-profit Fauna Foundation works to protect and promote Quebec's native flora and fauna. Il also provides shelter and a better life to many species that have been neglected, abused or rejected by the humans who used them, such as chimpanzes used for medical experimentation.
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The website of the Montreal Biodô me offers a virtual tour of its museum and a series of interactive games to learn about animals and their habitat.
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The website of the Montreal insectarium offers entomological information, and teaching resources.
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CLAN acts to expose the aberrations and injustices surrounding the trapping of wolves and eighteen other animal species by trappers in Quebec's wildlife reserves.
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Animal Rahat (relief) is a non-profit organization that works to make a difference in the lives of working bullocks, donkeys, ponies and horses in India.
