Vertebrates
Vertebrates are animals with a backbone. Observation of animals in zoological parks, farm animals, and pets is allowed. Observation of wild animals, except those at risk, is allowed. Behavioural experiments with positive rewards are allowed, as long as the animal is not placed in a stressful situation. Experiments that may negatively affect the health, comfort or physical wellbeing of an animal are not allowed. Projects that require or lead directly to the death of an animal are not allowed. Confirm that your project would be ethical by reviewing Youth Science Canada's Use of Vertebrate Animals in Research Policy prior to submitting your Research Plan to WMSF for approval. Your adult supervisor and scientific supervisor must also review the Policy.
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Any animal tissues including cells, organs, blood or animal parts may only be used if they are obtained from a biological supply company, a research facility at a laboratory licensed to do animal studies, or salvaged from the food industry.
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Please use the following form to submit your Research Plan to WMSF prior to starting any work on your project. Please contact us when you have your plan ready to submit.
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