September 12, 2018Mysterious, rare and endangered: these are just some of the words that can be used to describe the marbled murrelet, a small, north Pacific seabird which spends the majority of its life on the ocean. British Columbia is the only place in Canada where you may be lucky enough to see one of them. Unfortunately, …
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September 10, 2018It is a devastating way for any kitten to begin the first few months of life: little Lollipop is believed to have been hit by a vehicle, leaving the skin on her chin hanging from her face. It’s why staff at the BC SPCA’s Shuswap Branch are hoping the community will band together to help …
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August 28, 2018Once again this summer, wildfires scorched various parts of the province, with thousands of people and animals forced to flee their homes. Thanks to the generosity and kindness of BC SPCA supporters, staff and volunteers were able to assist dozens of animals displaced by the blazes. Earlier in August, about 60 animals from our shelters in Quesnel …
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August 28, 2018Q: What is the BC SPCA’s role in the BC wildfires? A: The BC SPCA is currently working with the Provincial Emergency Social Services office and is ready to deploy Animal Protection Officers as needed. Our officers will assist animals that have been left behind due to evacuation notices. Other local branches and volunteers are …
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August 27, 2018She’s had a bit of a bumpy start to her young life, so seven-month-old Sushi could certainly use a helping paw. “Sushi came into our care as an evacuee from the BC SPCA’s Williams Lake Branch in August because of the wildfires,” says Charlotte Ellice, manager, West Vancouver Branch. “This sweet girl has a fractured …
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August 16, 2018The BCSPCA Shuswap Branch Recycling Centre is officially open, thanks to a grant from the Salmon Arm Savings and Credit Union (SASCU). Salmon Arm Savings and Credit Union (SASCU) celebrated Canada 150 with a grant of $50,000 for one community project. This grant was used to purchase, install and furnish a recycling centre to provide …
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