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Jessica Scott-Reid

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About Jessica Scott-Reid

Jessica Scott-Reid is a freelance writer and animal advocate. She writes for major media across Canada and the US.

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Marineland, Niagara Falls, killer whale, Toronto, animal cruelty

‘Whale jails’ banned here, thrive elsewhere

While some jurisdictions have passed captivity bans, cetacean suffering has not yet ended
Opinion, Politics | November 7th 2019

Animals are the real victims

The beings enduring brutal treatment on industrialized farms are the ones in need of protection.
Opinion | September 26th 2019

Raccoons need compassion (not forks) 

Reacting to a Toronto resident who attacked a raccoon with a fork, animal advocate Jessica Scott-Reid says urban wildlife share human space and should be treated kindly.
Opinion | April 26th 2019

Canadians are keen to cut meat consumption, but is it enough?

While a move away from traditional meat-centred meals may be upon us (particularly if you are an educated female under 38, according to a Dalhousie University survey), I no longer find myself congratulating every new "reducetarian" with the thought that every little helps. A little is nowhere near enough to protect the environment and the animals, writes Jessica Scott-Reid.
Opinion | November 6th 2018

How to avoid consuming growth hormones after USMCA

For Canadians apprehensive about U.S. milk because of the new trade agreement, writer Jessica Scott-Reid suggests looking at it as an opportunity to take a closer look at all dairy products, to ask not only 'Where does this come from?' but ‘How safe and ethical is our own supply?’
Opinion | October 12th 2018

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