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e-4895 (Food and drink)

E-petition
Initiated by Mabel Lam from Richmond Hill, Ontario

Original language of petition: English

Petition to Leah Taylor Roy

Whereas:
  • Canada, like many other nations, is facing challenges related to public health and environmental sustainability;
  • The overconsumption of meat is linked to various health issues, including heart diseases and obesity; and
  • The meat industry is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, and other environmental problems.
We, the undersigned, citizens and residents of Canada, call upon the Government of Canada to declare a Meatless Monday, with a significant impact on both public health and the environment in Canada.
The objectives of a Meatless Monday initiative are:
1. health promotion: encouraging Canadians to adopt a healthier lifestyle by reducing meat intake, leading to potential long-term health benefits and a decrease in the prevalence of diet-related diseases;
2. environmental conservation: mitigating environmental impacts of the meat industry by reducing the demand for meat, thereby decreasing greenhouse gas emissions, minimizing deforestation, and promoting sustainable land use practices; and
3. public awareness: raising awareness about health and environmental consequences of excessive meat consumption, fostering a sense of responsibility and conscious decision-making among Canadians.
The expected outcomes are:
1. improving public health: potential reduction in diet-related health issues and associated healthcare costs due to a decrease in meat consumption;
2. environmental conservation: a positive impact on the environment through reduced greenhouse gas emissions, conservation of natural resources, and promotion of sustainable agricultural practices; and
3. cultural shift: encouragement of more sustainable and conscious dietary choices, setting an example for future generations.
Open for signature
April 24, 2024, at 4:25 p.m. (EDT)
Closed for signature
May 24, 2024, at 4:25 p.m. (EDT)
Photo - Leah Taylor Roy
Aurora—Oak Ridges—Richmond Hill
Liberal Caucus
Ontario