Liz White (activist)

Liz White is a Canadian animal rights activist and political candidate. She is best known as the director of Animal Justice, a Canadian animal law advocacy organization she co-founded in 2005. Animal Justice works to pass stronger animal protection laws, push for cruelty-free policies, and expose animal cruelty.

White has been a vocal advocate against factory farming, fur farming, and other forms of animal exploitation. She frequently appears in the media to discuss animal welfare issues and lobby for legislative change. She has been involved in numerous campaigns to improve the lives of animals in Canada, including those related to banning puppy mills, ending the live export of animals, and strengthening penalties for animal cruelty offences.

In addition to her work with Animal Justice, White has also been active in politics. She ran as a candidate for the Green Party of Canada in several federal elections. Her platform focuses on environmental protection, social justice, and animal welfare. She is a lawyer and holds degrees in both law and political science. Her background in law allows her to navigate the legal system and effectively advocate for animals within its framework. She is considered a leading figure in the Canadian animal rights movement.