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Upcoming Events
March Movie Nights
Online, Free
Join us every week this March for a series of Free Online Movie Nights hosted by our sanctuary! We’re heading to the digital big screen via Kosmi (no registration required) to explore the secret lives, intelligence, and heartwarming stories of chickens. It’s a completely free, casual way to connect with fellow animal lovers from the comfort of your couch. To make your viewing experience extra cozy, you can pre-purchase a Movie Night Package from our shop, featuring an adorable chicken stuffie and a selection of vegan snacks—with all proceeds going directly to the care of our residents!
Tuesday, March 3 at 7pm
Join us as we co-watch Maria & The Flock, a beautiful short documentary that tells the story of Maria Goller, an avian researcher with her PhD in biology, who dedicates her life to caring for the most exploited land animal on planet earth: chickens. Through showcasing Maria’s work caring for 150 rescued hens at one of the largest farmed animal sanctuaries in the country, this film illustrates the lasting impacts that the industrialized farming system has on the lucky few who make it out alive, and demonstrates the individuality of a species that is bred and killed by the tens of billions each year.
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Run Time: 19:39
Directed By: Austin Meyer
Produced By: We Animals
Wednesday, March 11 at 7pm
Join us as we co-watch the CBC Nature of Things special: Cluck! Chickens Exposed. Prepare to be amazed by their social bonds, problem-solving skills, and big personalities.
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Run Time: 43:58
Directed By: Jeff Morales
Produced By: CBC Nature of Things
Thursday, March 19 at 7pm
Join us as we co-watch Henrietta Finds a Nest. It’s a beautiful short story about comfort, safety, and the peace every bird deserves.
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Run Time: 19:39
Produced By: Daniella Monet
Presented By: Mercy For Animals
VegOttawa Fest
Saturday, July 25, 2026
In Person, Free
Secondhand Stories 3rd Annual Open House
Date TBA
At the Sanctuary in Lombardy, ON