I would agree that Quebec is behind in that respect. Problem there (same as here) is that there is a big gap between the rural and urban mindset. Well, if the change is to treat animals better then a piece of junk (which I believe is the intent), I think we should be strongly in favour of this bill.
Unfortunately, the problem is as always that the Antis will exploit everything (no matter how well it was once meant) for their radical and ridiculous ideology. really sad that we have to fear them.