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BC SPCA seeking animal lovers to “lock-in for love” across B.C. 

May 28, 2025

The BC SPCA’s Lock-In for Love campaign is coming to a record 28 communities across the province this summer, offering animal lovers the chance to cuddle up with a dog, cat or small critter in care while raising funds for charity. The one-of-a-kind fundraiser runs from May 28 to June 14. “The Lock-In for Love …

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One more chance to stop the live export of horses for slaughter

February 14, 2025

Update: Thank you for your continued action on this issue – your voices did not go unnoticed! This action is now closed. In an interview with Globe and Mail reporter Marie Woolf on February 13th, the Agriculture Minister’s spokesperson stated, “The Government remains committed to ending the export of live horses by air for slaughter. …

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Don’t miss your chance to vote for the winners of the BC SPCA Calendar Contest!

February 11, 2025

There are so many amazing animals vying for a coveted spot in the annual BC SPCA Calendar Contest, presented by Hill’s Pet Nutrition. Your vote could decide who makes it in! The 12 animals (six dogs, and six cats/ other amazing pets) with the most votes will win the cover or a full page in …

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Canada’s Code of Practice for Equines to be updated

A group of horses outdoors.
May 6, 2024

Are you passionate about the welfare of equines in Canada? Now is your chance to share your concerns about equine welfare and make a difference for horses, ponies, miniature horses, donkeys, mules, and hinnies across the country. The National Farm Animal Care Council has announced that the Code of Practice for the Care and Handling …

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