October 27, 2020This year’s Offleashed celebration on Friday, October 23rd was virtually and literally a great success. Hundreds of BC SPCA supporters from around the province registered for Offleashed, which had a different look this year: it took place online. Even though they couldn’t gather as usual, animal lovers still came together to raise funds and make …
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October 30, 2019Maureen Seguin and her family had been visiting their local BC SPCA branch every week in hopes of finding the right pet for their busy household. That’s when staff told them about an upcoming event called Fall Head Over Tails in Love. For one day, adoption fees and BC Pet Registry fees would be 50 …
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October 28, 2019Vancouver animal lovers came together on Oct. 25 for an inspiring evening to help the province’s most vulnerable and at-risk animals. Guests at the BC SPCA’s Offleashed Gala, now in its fifth year, raised $778,000 for the more than 47,000 abused and homeless animals rescued by the BC SPCA each year. The total included $240,000 …
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May 15, 2019Join us for a fun night out in support of homeless animals in our community. The BC SPCA’s Tri-Cities Education & Adoption Centre presents its annual pub night, Pints & Paws, on Sunday, June 2, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the John B Neighbourhood Pub, 1000 Austin Avenue, Coquitlam. Tickets are $25 each, and include …
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March 6, 2019Ever wondered what happens to wildlife that gets into trouble in our urban and rural communities? Don’t miss a fascinating opportunity to come behind the scenes and tour Wild ARC, the BC SPCA’s wildlife rehabilitation centre in Metchosin, just outside of Victoria. The Wild ARC facility is normally restricted to staff and volunteers as they …
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November 14, 2018Get ready for a night of glamour and grandeur, all in support of local animals! The BC SPCA’s Tri-Cities Education and Adoption Centre proudly presents its Wine & Whiskers event, happening Friday, Nov. 30 at the Evergreen Cultural Centre (1205 Pinetree Way) in Coquitlam. Tickets are $45 each, and include your first drink, along with …
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November 9, 2018The BC SPCA joins fellow Canadians in remembering and honouring the men and women who have risked or lost their lives in times of war this November. While doing so, the society also recognizes the contributions and sacrifices of the millions of war animals. In the First World War alone, it is estimated that eight …
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