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Provincial election: BC SPCA urges British Columbians to use their vote to advocate for advancements in animal welfare

October 4, 2024

With the provincial election just over two weeks away, the BC SPCA is urging British Columbians across the province to use their voice and their vote to advocate for advancements in animal welfare. “Elections are a critical time for animal welfare advocacy,” explains Sarah Herring, the BC SPCA’s government relations officer. “Parties and candidates are …

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10 fun facts about turkeys

A Red Bourbon turkey walking outdoors on a field.
October 3, 2024

Found in the wild and on farms across Canada, turkeys have unique traits that make them truly special. Let’s talk turkey and discover some fascinating facts that may surprise you! 1. Turkeys are native to North America The domestic turkeys we see on farms today are the same species as the wild turkeys native to …

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Support a better life for turkeys this Thanksgiving

A turkey tom outdoors on a farm.
October 3, 2024

As Thanksgiving approaches, many Canadians are planning their holiday feasts, with turkey being a central feature at many dinner tables. As we gather to give thanks, consider the welfare of the turkeys that play such a significant role in our celebrations. In Canada, 513 turkey farmers raise turkeys for consumption. During Thanksgiving in 2023, 2.1 …

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Giving thanks with the BC SPCA animal food bank program

October 3, 2024

It is the season for gratitude, and over the past four years, pet guardians across British Columbia have given thanks for their animals. “Our furry family members have been a gift to help us through challenging times, but at the same time, many pet owners have been severely challenged by illness, job loss, and other …

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BC SPCA prepares for upcoming construction of first-of-its-kind animal behaviour centre

October 2, 2024

The BC SPCA is preparing to build a first-of-its-kind animal behaviour centre on Vancouver Island in Duncan, B.C. with construction expected to start in the next few weeks. The new Vancouver Island Animal Behaviour Centre aims to help the growing number of animals entering the BC SPCA’s care who are fearful, under-socialized and needing significant …

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