News Stories Archive - Page 155 of 229 - BC SPCA
Search by
postal code:
Search our site:
Donate
BC SPCA Logo

Animal Helpline:

1-855-622-7722

For all other calls and inquiries
see our contact details.

Find a BC SPCA location in your area:

News Stories

We couldn’t do it without your help: the BC SPCA’s wildfire update

August 28, 2018

Once 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 …

News Category:

How can I help animals across the province during wildfire evacuations?

August 28, 2018

Q: 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 …

News Category:

BC SPCA Shuswap Branch wins grant, recycling centre now open!

August 16, 2018

The 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 …

News Category:

BC SPCA amps up efforts to assist animals affected by the province’s wildfires

August 13, 2018

The BC SPCA is on high alert, bracing for the need to assist animals impacted by the province’s raging wildfires. This past Friday, an evacuation order was issued for areas that included the BC SPCA’s Quesnel Branch. We’ve also taken the precautionary measure of evacuating animals from our Williams Lake Branch. Staff and volunteers worked quickly …

News Category: