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Get ready to take a stand against the Canadian seal slaughter on March 15, also known as International Day of Action Against Canadian Seal Slaughter! This day is dedicated to raising awareness and advocating for an end to this controversial practice that has been ongoing for centuries. Despite efforts to ban the commercial seal hunt, it still continues today, with thousands of seals being killed each year for their fur. But there is hope – through education and activism, we can make a difference and protect these innocent animals. So let's come together on this day and show our support for a more humane future for Canada's seals.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1964</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Initial Outrage</div><div class='timeline-text'>Concerns over the ethics of commercial seal hunting in Canada sparked international outrage, prompting the start of the protest movement against seal slaughter.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1983</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>EU Ban on Whitecoat Pelts</div><div class='timeline-text'>The European Union (EU) banned the import of whitecoat pelts from harp seals and hooded seals, marking a significant victory for the movement.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1987</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Canada Bans Whitecoat and Blueback Hunting</div><div class='timeline-text'>Canada banned the hunting of whitecoat harp seals and blueback hooded seals, responding to international pressure.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2009</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>EU Bans Seal Products</div><div class='timeline-text'>The EU banned the trade of all seal products, with exceptions only made for Inuit hunting, after a successful campaign by animal rights activists.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>WTO Upholds EU Ban</div><div class='timeline-text'>The World Trade Organization (WTO) upheld the EU ban on seal products, confirming the legality of the ban and its conformity to international trading rules.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>Annually</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Day of Action</div><div class='timeline-text'>Every year on March 15, activists around the world commemorate the International Day of Action Against Canadian Seal Slaughter to raise awareness and support for the cause.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Sign a petition</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Join the fight against the Canadian seal slaughter by signing a petition to urge the Canadian government to end this inhumane practice.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread awareness on social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use your social media platforms to share information about the seal slaughter and encourage others to take action against it.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Boycott Canadian seafood products</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>One way to make a statement is by boycotting Canadian seafood products until the seal slaughter ends. Choose ethically sourced seafood from other countries instead.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a protest or rally</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check for any local protests or rallies happening on International Day of Action Against Canadian Seal Slaughter and join in to show your support for the cause.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a documentary screening and discussion</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Educate others about the issue by hosting a screening of a documentary about the seal slaughter and have a discussion afterwards to brainstorm ways to take action against it.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness about animal cruelty</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The International Day of Action Against Canadian Seal Slaughter is an opportunity to educate the public about the brutal and unnecessary killing of seals for their fur. By spreading awareness, we can push for change and end this inhumane practice.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings attention to environmental issues</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The seal slaughter not only causes harm to animals, but it also has significant impacts on the environment. The large-scale hunting of seals disrupts marine ecosystems and damages the balance of nature. This day helps shed light on the detrimental effects of the seal hunt on our planet.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages action and advocacy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The International Day of Action Against Canadian Seal Slaughter serves as a call to action for individuals and organizations to stand up against this cruel practice. It is a reminder that our voices matter and by taking action, we can make a difference in the lives of these animals.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Seal Slaughter is One of The Largest Slaughter of Marine Mammals Worldwide</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite bans in numerous countries, the Canadian commercial seal hunt continues unabated, making it one of the world's largest slaughter of marine mammals.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Seal Pups are Major Victims of The Hunt</h3><p class='facts-content'>Over 95% of seals killed during the hunt are less than three months old, making pups the major victims of the seal slaughter.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Trade Bans Have Severely Impacted the Industry</h3><p class='facts-content'>Bans on seal product trade in the US, EU, and other countries have significantly reduced international markets for seal products, prompting a decline in the sector.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Seal Population Declines have Been Documented</h3><p class='facts-content'>Certain populations of seals have shown decline due to commercial hunting, despite governmental claims that they manage the industry to prevent such declines.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Hunt is Cruel and Inhumane</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many seals are killed using hakapiks (a club-like tool) and guns, often leading to prolonged suffering before death. This cruel practice has been widely condemned by animal welfare organizations.</p></div></div>
The International Day of Action Against Canadian Seal Slaughter is celebrated on March 15 every year. In 2024, it will fall on a Friday.
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