Youth programs
This season, we are pleased to offer winter/spring programs for youth at our BC SPCA Community Animal Centres in Castlegar (West Kootenay) and Kelowna.
For full details on our financial assistance program and other important information about our camps, including time spent with animals, please check out our Youth Program Information & FAQs.
Kelowna
FAMILY DAY YOUTH WORKSHOP
Want to make the world a better place for animals? We are inviting youth ages 8 to 11 for this one-day workshop where we will take action for animals! Participants will explore animal themes through games, crafts, and hands-on take-action projects. Together we will learn about what animals need, how to be a voice for animals everywhere, and how we can help the BC SPCA make a difference in our community.
Date: Feb. 16, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (drop-off begins at 9:00 a.m.; pick-up extends to 3:00 p.m.)
Location: BC SPCA Kelowna
Ages: 8-11
Cost: $75
West Kootenay (Castlegar)
BASICS OF ANIMAL ILLUSTRATION
Participants will learn the basics of drawing from real life, taking inspiration from shelter animals and BC SPCA alumni. Through this interactive workshop, they will learn about the BC SPCA, the basics of animal body language, and contribute to the community by highlighting adoptable animals. Facilitated by Erin Shuttleworth, a professional artist and humane educator. Participants can also bring portfolio pieces for feedback. Please note that participants will not have the opportunity to interact directly with shelter animals.
We are offering two sessions of this event. Please select one session for registration:
Date:Â Feb. 27, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Location: BC SPCA West Kootenay
Ages: 9-12
Cost: $37.50
Date:Â Feb. 27, 2026
Time: 1:00 to 3:30 p.m.
Location: BC SPCA West Kootenay
Ages: 12-15
Cost: $37.50
SPRING BREAK JUNIOR WORKSHOP: We can help animals!
Become animal experts over Spring Break! Join the BC SPCA for an engaging day of games, activities and stories about animals. Campers will receive a behind the scenes tour of the animal centre, and get to read their favourite books to the animals in care. Together we will learn how to help our community by working on projects for the Community Animal Centre. Get ready for a paw-sitively fun day of camp! Please note that participants will not directly be interacting with shelter animals.
Date:Â Mar. 17, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (drop-off begins at 9:00 a.m.; pick-up extends to 2:30 p.m.)
Location: BC SPCA West Kootenay
Ages: 6-7
Cost: $75.00
SPRING BREAK WORKSHOP: Eco-heroes
Learn about native wildlife at the BC SPCA! During this engaging camp, participants will make beaver dams, explore the outdoors for a scavenger hunt, and play games related to wild animals. By the end of the day, they will have experienced what life is like for wild animals, as well as how to be stewards for the environment! Please note that participants will not have the opportunity to interact directly with shelter animals.
Date:Â Mar. 20, 2026
Time:Â 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (drop-off begins at 9:00 a.m.; pick-up extends to 3:30 p.m.)
Location: BC SPCA West Kootenay
Ages: 8-12
Cost: $75.00
Virtual events
Check out our line-up of upcoming virtual youth programs! Hosted by our team of BC SPCA Regional Humane Educators, our safe online events are available to youth across B.C.!
Questions?  Check our our Youth Program Information & FAQs, or contact our team at camp@spca.bc.ca.