The time to invest in humane science is now

Each year in Canada, millions of animals—including mice, rats, rabbits, dogs and primates—are used in painful experiments for research to test chemicals, pesticides and drugs. These outdated methods are not only inhumane—they’re ineffective. Over 90% of drugs that pass animal tests fail in human trials, costing billions and delaying progress.

New Approach Methodologies (NAMs)—such as organ-on-a-chip, organoids and AI-driven models—offer faster, safer and more human-relevant alternatives. The U.S. and EU are investing heavily in these technologies. Canada can also become a major player in the NAMs future.

Investing in NAMs will not only protect animals—it will create high-quality jobs in biotech, data science and research, strengthening Canada’s innovation economy.

Humane World for Animals is calling on the federal government to:

-Declare NAMs a national research priority

-Stop funding projects that rely solely on animal models

Urge the Canadian government to invest in animal-free science and grow Canada’s innovation economy.

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Marjorie

Michel

Parliament of Canada

Minister

Melanie

Joly

Canadian government

Minister

Evan

Solomon

Canadian government

Deputy Minister

Philip

Jennings

Canadian government

Deputy Minister

Sony

Perron

Canadian government

Dear Honourable Minister, Member of Parliament and Officials of the Prime Minister’s Office, 

I am writing to express my strong support for immediate federal investment in New Approach Methodologies (NAMs)—innovative, cruelty-free technologies that not only protect animals from painful experiments but also have the potential to drive economic growth and create high-quality jobs in biotechnology, data science and research. 

Each year, millions of animals—including mice, rabbits, dogs and primates—endure painful experiments in Canada for research and to test chemicals, pesticides and drugs. These outdated methods are not only inhumane, but also ineffective with over 90% of drugs that pass animal tests failing in human trials. 

There is a better way. NAMs—like organ-on-a-chip, organoids and AI-driven models—could offer faster, safer and more human-relevant alternatives. While the U.S. and EU are investing heavily in these technologies, Canada risks falling behind. But with major national projects being reviewed, Canada has the opportunity to become a leader. 

I am calling on the federal government to: 

-Declare NAMs a national research priority 

-Stop funding projects that rely solely on animal experiments and exclude NAMs 

Investing in NAMs will protect animals, drive innovation and create high-quality jobs. Canada has the talent and infrastructure to lead in ethical, cutting-edge science. Please help us make that future a reality.

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