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2026

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On Losing Wikie and Keijo

Had the Minister kept his word and followed French law, Wiki and Keijo would have had a different future – ...

Posted May 19, 2026 in News, Opinion

Whale Sanctuary Project Responds to French Decision to Transfer Wikie and Keijo to Loro Parque Zoo

Outcome for the mother-and-son orcas is deeply concerning from both a legal and animal welfare perspective.

Posted May 16, 2026 in For the Media, News

Whale Sanctuary Project Set to Enter Construction Phase

The Whale Sanctuary Project is set to enter the construction phase of its Nova Scotia ocean sanctuary, marking a major ...

Posted February 17, 2026 in For the Media, News

Who Are the Mother-and-Son Orcas Wikie and Keijo?

The story of Wikie and Keijo and their family is typical of captive whales around the world.  The specific details ...

Posted January 5, 2026 in News, Opinion

French Government Affirms Effort to Bring Orcas to Sanctuary

Collaborative effort now needed among government agencies, owners, sanctuary, and benefactors and donors to complete construction and welcome whales.

Posted December 12, 2025 in News

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