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According to Edmonton Journal (recognized source, credibility score: 90/100), an animal welfare group has called for an all-out ban on Edmonton's horse-meat shipments due to inhumane treatment of horses. The article reports that many horses are limping or dragging their legs, sparking concerns about the ethics of shipping live animals. The causal chain begins with the revelation of inhumane treatment of horses during transportation. This raises questions about the broader animal welfare system and potential links to human treatment of animals. Given the historical context of colonialism and ongoing systemic injustices faced by Indigenous communities, it is possible that similar mistreatment could be occurring within the child welfare system. One intermediate step in this causal chain is the consideration of customary practices in Indigenous-led reunification efforts. If the animal welfare system is failing to protect horses from inhumane treatment, it may indicate broader failures in addressing systemic injustices and prioritizing human rights. This could lead to increased scrutiny of the child welfare system's ability to prioritize family reunification and support for Indigenous families. The domains affected by this news event include: * Child Welfare and Foster Care * Animal Welfare * Indigenous-Led Reunification and Customary Practices Evidence type: News article (event report) Uncertainty: While there is no direct causal link between horse-meat shipments and child welfare, the revelation of inhumane treatment raises concerns about systemic failures. This could lead to increased calls for reform within the child welfare system, potentially prioritizing Indigenous-led reunification and customary practices.