When it was announced that horse-drawn carriages, or calèches, would be banned in the City of Montreal as of December 31, 2019, people worried about what would become of the horses.

Today, the Montreal SPCA announced they have partnered with the City of Montreal to provide assistance to horse-drawn carriage owners in Montreal, and to ensure continued care for the horses.

“The Montreal SPCA was originally founded in 1869 to improve the living conditions of work horses in Montreal. One hundred fifty years later, we are continuing our efforts to improve the welfare of all animals. We are pleased to work with the City of Montreal to protect these horses and find them new homes where they can enjoy a peaceful retirement,” said Sophie Gaillard, lawyer and Director of Animal Advocacy at the Montreal SPCA .

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