Discover the Truth About Cat Overpopulation in Canada
Get the latest insights from Humane Canada's 2017 National Cat Overpopulation Task Force report—the most authoritative analysis of cat welfare challenges across Canada. Learn what's changed since 2012 and what you can do to make a difference. Check the page: https://humanecanada.ca/en/your-humane-canada/news-and-reports/reports/cats-in-canada-2017
Access the most comprehensive, multi-stakeholder analysis of cat overpopulation in Canada—updated research that builds on our groundbreaking 2012 findings.
Learn practical strategies and evidence-based recommendations from leading experts across the country working to improve cat welfare.
Understand how the landscape of cat welfare has evolved and what key challenges still need to be addressed in your community.
The Most Important Cat Welfare Report You Need to Read
In 2017, Humane Canada reconvened the National Cat Overpopulation Task Force to deliver an essential update on one of Canada's most pressing animal welfare issues. This comprehensive report represents years of collaboration between leading animal welfare organizations, veterinarians, shelters, and advocates across the country. Building on our groundbreaking 2012 analysis, this five-year update reveals critical new data about cat overpopulation trends, the systemic challenges facing shelters and rescue organizations, and evidence-based solutions that are making a real difference. Whether you're an animal advocate, shelter professional, policymaker, or someone who simply cares about cat welfare, this report provides the insights you need to understand and address this complex issue. This isn't just another report—it's a roadmap for change backed by research, real-world experience, and a commitment to improving the lives of cats across Canada.