March 21, 2024Heading outdoors to tidy up in the coming weeks? Now that baby season has started, birds and mammals could be stealthily nesting and denning around your home as we speak! Helping wildlife is easy as reading our handy tips for keeping wildlife safe as you ready your yards and gardens for spring. Trimming trees When …
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March 18, 2024The provincial government has issued a warning to British Columbians that current conditions across the province could lead to an earlier-than-normal wildfire season. Members of the public are being encouraged to increase their own household emergency preparedness. Taking steps to include your pets in emergency planning is crucial to ensure your furry family members are …
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March 7, 2024UPDATE: Health Canada has announced a complete ban on strychnine use in Canada after consulting the public and stakeholders. All uses of strychnine will be illegal by September 7, 2024 and all registrations of strychnine will be cancelled. While this decision is a very positive outcome for animal welfare, this ban does not apply to …
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February 8, 2024Love is in the air – and not just for humans! February marks the beginning of many wild animals’ mating season, many of them looking for a life-long mate. Did you know these B.C. animals mate for life? Barn owls Male and female barn owls often mate for life and may regularly use the same …
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January 5, 2024The BC SPCA extends our sincerest thanks to the incredible 190,000 individuals who joined us in 2023 to improve the lives of farmed, wild, and companion animals across the province. The power of your voices echoed through various channels, from petitions and surveys to heartfelt comments. “Together, we have sent a clear message that the …
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December 14, 2023Feeding wildlife can seem like an enjoyable way to connect with nature, but it can often lead to serious problems for species like squirrels, raccoons, deer and bears. Wild animals who get used to a hand-out will often take the easy route despite ample natural foods being available – even in urban areas. You might …
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