The talk will be given
Tuesday November 18
at 19h00 in Room 5B.16

All are invited.

Shiv Chopra’s name has become synonymous with food safety. A scientist in Health Canada for 35 years he refused to be silenced about the problems associated with recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone (rBGH). Due to Dr. Chopra’s work, Bovine Growth Hormone was barred in Canada in 1999 and in the EU. He has spoken out on BGH, dangerous antibiotics like Revalor-H Baytril, and the causes of mad cow disease.

Originally from India, he has lived in Canada since 1960. He is the author of numerous publications. His academic qualifications include graduation in veterinary medicine and an M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Microbiology. He is the recipient of numerous academic awards, including a Fellowship of the World Health Organization.

+ Microbiologist for Health Canada for 35 years
+ Whistleblower on Canada Bovine Growth Hormone (rBGH).
+ Helped to bar rBGH from Canada
+ Star of films “The world according to Monsanto” & “The Corporation”


Sponsored by First Choice Science, North-South Studies, the Economics Department and Citizens in Action (A non-profit, non-partisan, progressive citizens- -alternative- -globalization organization, dedicated to economic & social justice: Together we can make a difference)