Marineland appears in court to face charge of using dolphins and whales in shows

Marineland made its first court appearance on Monday as it faces a charge for allegedly using dolphins and whales for entertainment purposes.

Niagara police launched an investigation into the park’s use of dolphins and whales back in October.

In 2019, a law was passed making it illegal to use dolphins and whales to perform.

The police force says the tourist attraction faces one count of using a captive cetacean for performance for entertainment purposes without authorization.

The park has denied the allegations.

Marineland lawyer Scott Fenton says they are awaiting disclosure from the prosecution.

The case will be back in court on March 23.