Ontario Bill 75 Amends Animals for Research Act #
Ontario’s Bill 75 (Keeping Criminals Behind Bars Act, 2026) Schedule 1, amends the Animals for Research Act. The amendments introduce restrictions on invasive medical research involving cats, dogs, and other prescribed animals, with limited exceptions for veterinary purposes or as described in regulations. The changes also define new roles for animal care committees and set penalties for non-compliance.
Key Highlights #
- Prohibits invasive medical research on cats, dogs, and other prescribed animals, except for veterinary purposes or as described in regulations.
- Requires animal care committee approval for all research involving these animals.
- Prohibits breeding cats or dogs for research purposes at supply facilities.
- Defines roles and responsibilities of animal care committees in registered research facilities.
- Establishes minor and major offences with penalties for individuals and corporations.
About the Organizations #
The Legislative Assembly of Ontario is the provincial legislature responsible for passing laws in Ontario, Canada.