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ROUTINE PROCEEDINGS

During routine proceedings, Elizabeth May of the Green Party presented a petition from constituents asking the government to change how Canadian law treats animals. The petitioners say animals are currently treated only as property, and they want a law recognizing them as living, sentient beings that can feel pain, fear, comfort and other experiences. No other members’ statements on this topic are included in the record.Written by AI from the debate. Updated .

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