Marineland, located in Ontario, Canada, is threatening to euthanize 30 beluga whales after the Canadian government denied its request to transfer the whales to a theme park in China. The government blocked the transfer due to concerns that the whales would face substandard treatment, as Marineland has a history of animal welfare issues. Following the denial, Marineland sought federal funding to care for the whales, which was also rejected. The park claims it is in a critical financial state and unable to provide adequate care for the belugas. This situation has drawn criticism from animal welfare advocates, who argue that Marineland has a moral obligation to ensure the animals' well-being. The park has faced scrutiny since 2020, with investigations revealing distress among its marine life and multiple whale deaths. Calls for the provincial government to intervene and ensure proper care for the belugas have intensified.