Summer 2011 - Ontario SPCA

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Summer 2011
Telling
Our Story
Year
of the Cat
The New
Provincial Education
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Raising the Woof for the
Muskoka Animal Centre
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A Message
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Board Chair
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Welcome to the 2011 issue of Animals’ Voice magazine,
our yearly Report to Communities.
While my reflections of the past year’s events included
exciting new projects for the Ontario SPCA and how we
are addressing various challenges in animal welfare, the
most profound personal impact this year was the loss of
my beloved pal, Bailey. There never was such a mischievous, loyal and unconditionally loving Chocolate Lab as
Bailey, formally known as Belle’s Ace Bailey. It was my
unbreakable bond with Bailey that was the inspiration
for my involvement with the Ontario SPCA.
As if it was yesterday, I can still recall every milestone of
our time together; the first time I laid eyes on him with
his playful brothers and sisters, then bringing him home
to meet my parents (who treated him like a grandson!) in
Toronto. His intuitive nature drew him to an incredible
woman in my office some years ago, who later became
my wife. Bailey and I not only shared milestones together,
but he was my own personal “Marley” with his quirky
antics and playful attitude. He always seemed to know
what I was thinking, and how to cheer me up or comfort
me. He was a true sports fan, accompanying me to countless baseball games, knowing exactly who to “talk to” for
a bite of hot dog or a chicken finger.
Although I feel the pain of his absence every day, I also
remember his love and devotion to our family. With
every wagging tail or sheepish canine smile, I see a part
of Bailey’s indomitable spirit, telling me that everything
will be all right. Bailey was a special and important part of
my life, and will be forever remembered by all who knew
him. The challenges and opportunities in animal welfare
inspire us to continue to strive for knowledge and justice
because of our dedication to wonderful animals like Bailey.
Rob Godfrey,
Board Chair, Ontario SPCA
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Loving.
Affectionate.
Resilient.
Do any of these traits apply to you? If so, you could have
been born in the Vietnamese calendar’s Year of the Cat.
In addition to people born during cat years such as 1951,
1963, 1975 and 1987 to name a few, anyone born in 2011
is also considered an astrological cat.
In order to raise awareness about exciting adoption
programs, important spay and neuter information and
other cat-related events, the Ontario SPCA is supporting
Care for Cats’ “2011 Year of the Cat” initiative.
The Hamilton/Burlington SPCA originally conceived the
Year of the Cat initiative in 2008. Dr. Elizabeth O’Brien,
a feline practitioner was asked to discuss the successful
education campaign at an international summit in 2009.
The response was so overwhelmingly positive that she was
asked by summit delegates to be the official spokesperson
for the campaign, which would go nation-wide in 2011.
The idea was to officially align the campaign to coincide
with the astrological Year of the Cat.
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The key messages of this national initiative revolve
around the importance of spay/neuter, routine vet care,
identification, registration and licensing and Trap-NeuterReturn (TNR) programs for cats. The Care for Cats team,
lead by Dr. O’Brien, is working with organizations such as
the Ontario SPCA to help spread the message and notify
communities about adopt-a-thons, identification events
and knowledge-based programs to help raise awareness
about these important issues.
Care for Cats spokesperson Dr. Liz says, “Working together,
we can make a difference for cats across Canada this year.
Anyone can participate in 2011 Year of the Cat, whether you
are an animal welfare organization, a municipality, a pet
store, a veterinary clinic or a pet family. There are many
things we can do within our own spheres of influence, to
positively affect cats and their wellbeing.”
The Ontario SPCA is dedicated to reducing cat overpopulation through our high-volume spay and neuter
services. These services allow any pet owner, regardless
of geography or income level, to bring their pet to be
spayed or neutered by licenced veterinarians. This service
is open Monday to Friday, as well as one Saturday per
month. Spaying or neutering your cat directly helps reduce
the cat overpopulation crisis!
Many cat owners do not realize the financial benefits
of spaying or neutering their cat. A single litter of kittens
can result in hundreds or even thousands of dollars in
bills - buying formula, food, medication, vaccinations,
kitty carriers and other supplies. Many families cannot
afford these large bills, which are easily avoidable
through spay and neuter programs.
Another important cat-related program is the TNR
method for managing feral cat communities. The
ASPCA and Ontario SPCA both support TNR programs
because they allow unadoptable, feral cats to be spayed
and neutered, and continue to live within their feral cat
community. TNR can keep feral cats healthy without
adding to the cat overpopulation crisis. Whether you are
an astrological cat or not, this is a great year to get excited
about helping our furry feline friends! Join the Care for Cats
initiative and see what a positive difference it will make in
your community.
Care for Cats provides online tool kits at no cost for
people interested in implementing the 2011 Year of the Cat
initiative in their area. To learn more about 2011 Year of the
Cat and how you can get involved, visit www.careforcats.ca.
For cat owners who are interested in having their cat spayed
or neutered, they can book an appointment or request more
information at: spayneuter.ontariospca.ca, or by calling
(905) 898-6112 (Newmarket) or (705) 734-9882 (Barrie).
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Homecoming for Maize
Maize, LeaAnn and Family.
Times were tough when Milton resident LeaAnn made
the heart-wrenching decision to surrender her beloved dog
Maize to her local shelter. Maize was eventually adopted, and she
lived with her new loving family until failing health forced them
to reluctantly surrender her back to the Branch. Meanwhile,
since life improved for LeaAnn, she went to the Orangeville
Branch in search of another dog to adopt. There she encountered
Maize, and they recognized one another instantly. Now, after
four years apart, Maize and LeaAnn are happily reunited!
The Curious Case of
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In an unusual case of curiosity and cats, an unlucky
seven-month old kitten was found with her head stuck
in a can. Police in Barrie, Ontario were responding to
an unrelated call when they noticed a small struggling
animal. At first they suspected it was a squirrel, but upon
investigation they found it was a small kitten.
While officers were unable to remove the can, they cut a
hole in it so the kitten could breathe. They immediately
brought her to the Ontario SPCA Barrie Branch for care,
where staff members were able to safely remove the
can. During the veterinary inspection, they discovered
she had a cold that required treatment. She also needed
a bath due to the contents of the pasta can. It was later
Cleo with her new family. Left to right:
sister Stripey Jean, brothers Cole and Dozer, and Cleo.
revealed that the young cat, named “Boyardee” after her
emergency visit, was pregnant with a litter of kittens but
did miscarry, most likely due to the incident.
Once Boyardee had fully recovered from her traumatic
experience, she was vaccinated and spayed in preparation for adoption by Precious Paws Rescue in Barrie.
One of the Board members at Precious Paws Rescue
fell in love with the little kitten and became her foster
parent. Since then, Boyardee, now known as Cleo, has
been adopted by her foster family and shares her new
home with three feline friends named Dozer, Stripey
Jean and Cole, whom she adores.
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Rocky Before
In the sad rescue case of a mixed-breed dog named
Rocky, not many animals have endured the kind of neglect
that this sweet canine experienced. The Ontario SPCA
received a call from Toronto Animal Services with deep
concerns for a dog named Rocky. An investigation started
and Rocky was removed from the home and transferred
to the Toronto Veterinarian Emergency Clinic. It was
discovered he had a painful skin infection, which had
spread over his entire body and resulted in extreme
hair loss and oozing sores. He was also extremely
malnourished and weak.
He was going to need an intense treatment regime of
skin medication and painkillers, which would require
him to stay under the emergency clinic’s care for two
weeks. Despite his ordeal, Rocky maintained his wonderful disposition, allowing staff to frequently bathe him and
treat his open sores. During his treatment at the clinic,
head emergency room veterinarian Dr. Bryer (featured
on CMT’s show “ER Vets”) grew close to him, and was
determined he would make a full recovery.
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Rocky After
Rocky began to respond to treatment, and was able to be
returned into the care of the Ontario SPCA for continued
medical supervision. During Rocky’s recovery, charges
were laid against his original owner for animal cruelty.
“
There are animals who fall through
the cracks, and Rocky could have
fallen through... He wasn’t months
from dying, he was going to die
soon. Thank God for agencies like
the Ontario SPCA. –Dr. Bryer
”
Rocky has made a full recovery and is ready to find a
forever home. Thanks to the great teams at Toronto
Animal Services, the Toronto Veterinarian Emergency
Clinic and the Ontario SPCA, Rocky now has a chance
to live a happy and healthy life.
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Fostering:
A Win, Win, Win Situation
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Fostering is defined as “to promote the growth of, to help
develop, to afford, receive or share nourishment; the foster
person (or species in this respect) stands in the relation of
parent, etc., as regards sustenance and nurture.”
I began fostering cats for the Ontario SPCA Lennox and
Addington Branch in 2008 because I love animals, cats in
particular, and I wanted to help them and my local shelter.
I had time and love to give, but not a lot of money. Watching
them grow from tiny eating and sleeping machines into
lively and happy cats with distinctive personalities is a
privilege and a pleasure. All too soon, they grow and go
up for adoption. You send them off to their new families
with lots of tears and a huge smile.
Working with Henny, Heather, Rebecca, Haili, Jackie,
Meghan, Bernice (before she retired) and the other
By Nancy E. Clark
volunteers has been a wonderful experience. They are
skilled, kind and supportive. I have learned so much from
them and enjoy working with them always.
There are so many good things about fostering. It brings
me volumes of love and affection, it allows me to help
animals get their chance at a good life, and it has taught
me lessons in care, training, teamwork, gratitude, life, love
and letting go. I have learned to respect and admire the
people at the Ontario SPCA and the often unrecognized,
difficult job they do for all the animals our society abandons, abuses, surrenders and neglects.
The decision to become an Ontario SPCA foster parent
will change your life and that of the animals in your care
for the better, and I am sure you will never regret your
decision to open up your home—and your heart.
Kitten
Therapy
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We are always told in life to expect the unexpected. Three years ago, I lost the most important person in my life.
My beloved niece Tierney died tragically at the young age
of 18. The blow knocked me into a pit of grief, from which
I struggled to recover. I was still grieving when I came
across a quote that said, “When you’re feeling really lousy,
kitten therapy is indicated.”
Although I had regularly visited with all the cats through
the window of the Ontario SPCA Sudbury and District
Branch for two years, I finally decided to walk in. I was
kindly asked how they could help me, but my response was
to ask how I could help them instead! When I was told the
cats needed socializing, I knew I was in the right place.
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I had my first few hours of getting to know them. After I
left, I realized I hadn’t felt my pain while I was there. The
next day I came back and have been visiting ever since.
Sometimes I stay for hours!
Caring for the cats has given me a much-needed purpose.
They have filled up some of the emptiness in me. “Kitten
Therapy” is proving to be tremendous therapy after all.
Shelley Dietz, Ontario SPCA Volunteer
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An Extraordinary Supporter:
Profiling Linda Weir
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The Ontario SPCA has many truly exceptional
volunteers, donors and staff, which makes
it hard to select just a few to highlight in
Animals’ Voice. As the Muskoka Animal
Centre draws nearer to completion, we would
like to spotlight avid supporter Linda Weir.
Linda has worn many hats for the Ontario
SPCA as a volunteer, donor, fundraiser and
supporter over the last 16 years. Her involvement with the Muskoka Branch began when
she decided to adopt a dog from the shelter,
located near her summer cottage. Despite the
limitations of the facility as well as funding,
Linda was impressed with the staff and volunteers who worked together to ensure all
the animals received the best of care.
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Linda recently worked with a committee to
organize the Garden Shed Silent Auction and
Luncheon fundraiser. The Muskoka Branch
worked closely with the Midland Branch to
glean from their experience holding a similar
event. The Muskoka event raised over $6,000
for the new Animal Centre!
“It is just so satisfying, the
unconditional love. The animals
are always happy to see you, and
they ask for so little. We have to
be advocates for animals because
they don’t have a voice. They are
dependent on us to do so on their
behalf,” said Linda.
The new shelter has brought
the community together, raising
money and working towards a
common goal to help the animals. Linda’s dedication is truly
inspiring, and we thank her for
her many years of hard work
and support!
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All in a
Day’s Work:
Profiling Connie Mallory,
Chief Inspector
As many know, the Ontario SPCA
rewards and promotes excellence
within the organization. This year,
we would like to acknowledge
the hard work and dedication of
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Chief Inspector Connie Mallory.
In a career that has spanned almost three decades in
animal care and welfare, Chief Mallory previously
worked in a wide variety of animal-related positions
before becoming a senior inspector for the Ontario
SPCA. Her knowledge and compassion for animal care
lead to her involvement with numerous animal disaster
response programs, and she was appointed the Ontario
SPCA’s Emergency Response Liaison.
Now, as the Ontario SPCA’s first female Chief Inspector,
Chief Mallory oversees the Investigations Department,
to ensure it runs as efficiently and effectively as possible
with a goal of ending animal cruelty one animal at a
time. As part of her position, she collaborates with a
variety of external agencies and committees to exchange
information. Just one of the many committees Chief
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Mallory is involved with includes the National Farm
Animal Council, in an effort to improve standards
of livestock care.
In her many years in the field, Chief Mallory has gained
invaluable insights and experiences working with the
public. “Communication is paramount; how we treat
people goes a long way in the results we get,” she affirms.
“Every agent, inspector and animal control officer is
part of a dedicated and loyal team. I hope that by sharing the experience I have learned I will be able to raise
the bar so that our officers will be the best they can be.”
Looking into the future, Chief Mallory has many
exciting projects and plans. “We hope to improve our
technological capabilities, to assist in developing a
database to track and monitor animal welfare activity.”
More than ever, the Ontario SPCA depends on
supporters all across Ontario to help implement new
projects that will immensely benefit animal protection.
We are thrilled to watch Chief Mallory thrive in this
position, and congratulate her on the great job she is
doing. Keep it up, Chief Mallory!
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Dedicated Donor
Supports the Muskoka Animal Centre
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Many people approach Ontario SPCA branches to learn
more about how they can contribute to helping animals
in need. Muskoka resident Brock Napier has become an
integral part of the new Muskoka Animal Centre, being
built just outside of Bracebridge, Ontario.
Brock’s connection with animals has gone back many
years, and he has kept several dogs at a time for most of
his life. He originally became involved
with the Muskoka Branch when a
neighbour who was fundraising for the
annual auction asked for his support.
He learned that the rapidly expanding Muskoka region would require a
new shelter, built to accommodate the
growth of people and their pets, as well
as local wildlife.
He began the search for a parcel of land
in 2004 that would be ideally situated
for the community but also large enough
to accommodate the shelter size the area
needed. In addition to the acquisition
and donation of the land for the new centre, Brock has
volunteered his time, attending bi-weekly site planning
meetings where his extensive experience in construction
has been a huge benefit to the project. He also donated
an LED street sign for the centre, covered the cost of
the metal roof and the site clearing, among other things.
Brock has also worked with local businesses to donate
their products and time and has engaged the community
to support the project. Needless to say, Brock has been
a huge supporter and contributor to the new Muskoka
Animal Centre.
The Muskoka community has enthusiastically responded,
working together to raise money for their new shelter.
“There are situations that we come across, as we go
through life, where our assistance
can make the difference. You can
choose to be a part of it or not,
but I’m a firm believer in paying it
forward,” said Brock. “This centre
is truly a vehicle for community
involvement.”
We want to extend a heartfelt
thank you to Brock for all his hard
work and generous donations.
To donate towards the Muskoka
Animal Centre or to learn more, visit
muskoka.ontariospca.ca.
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Cheers
to a Great Cause!
“I really want the community to be involved in this
project. It really helps the animals when everyone participates and shares their great ideas!” encouraged Danielle.
There have been many fundraising programs in the past,
but the Reif Estate Winery from Niagara-on-the-Lake
has created a truly unique way to help the animals at
the Ontario SPCA. Thanks to the Reif Winery and the
hard work of Danielle Kessel, the winery has created a
program to donate money to the Ontario SPCA for every
bottle sold.
While the program is still under development, there
will be a big release party (June 24th, 5:00–8:00 p.m.).
Wine lovers, pet lovers and everyone in between will be
welcome to attend the party along with their pets. There
will be wine tasting and hors d’eouvres for everyone to
enjoy. Therapy Tails, a local dog therapy program, will
be joining in the festivities. Bottles will be available for
purchase at the winery or through the LCBO.
A passion for animal welfare has always run in the family,
as Danielle’s mother worked with racehorses in the
Niagara region when Danielle was young. Danielle’s
parents, Klaus Reif and Eva Kessel, were both involved in
a variety of charitable pursuits and have raised money for
different organizations in the area.
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The idea to donate money towards the Ontario SPCA
was originally created after Danielle successfully raised
money for a local farm, whose animals were injured and
some killed by thoughtless vandals. Wanting to do more
for animals, Danielle, who is heading this fantastic program, came up with the idea of creating a branded wine to
raise money. The Cabernet Merlot (red) is cleverly named
Red Dog, and the Chardonnay Steel (white) is White Cat.
In addition to promoting the Red Dog, White Cat wine,
Danielle is planning to release other types of branded
merchandise, such as stylish apparel and artistic coasters,
that are great for family gifts or corporate events.
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To learn more about Reif Winery’s fundraising efforts,
contact Danielle at [email protected]. Interested in supporting the cause by purchasing wine? Head
to www.reifshop.com to buy a bottle of wine online or visit
their Facebook group, “Wine for Animal Lovers”. If you
are hosting a large party or corporate event, cases of wine
will be delivered free of charge in the Niagara region. We
wish the best of luck to Danielle in her fundraising efforts,
and hope to see our supporters at the release party!
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Being
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Many pet owners will recognize the name Iams as
they stroll through their local pet store. What many
do not know is that Iams and Eukanuba Pet Food have
been collaborating with the Ontario SPCA and are big
supporters of our various programs and projects.
Their involvement with the Ontario SPCA began with
the Hide, Perch & Go program, to ease the transition
from shelter to home, for adopted cats in 2009.
From that program, a strong relationship has grown over
the years, with both financial and pet food donations
made. Iams has pledged an amazing 30,000 pounds of
pet food over a one year span! They currently support
seven Ontario SPCA programs. Their goal is to see that
every animal is happy and healthy in a loving home,
and by assisting programs such as the Ontario SPCA’s
Meet Your Match®, it truly gives animals the best
chance possible at the right start in a new home.
“Iams is pleased to support the Ontario SPCA, through
the different programs that they are executing, because
it facilitates the great work that the Ontario SPCA does,”
said Lesley Luce, External Relations (Canada) for
Procter & Gamble. “We are proud to support
them because of the fantastic work they do.”
Iams Canada and Eukanuba Pet Food are
brands under the Procter & Gamble umbrella,
which also operates many brands in beauty
and household care.
Iams has been providing quality pet food
and products since 1946. The Ontario SPCA
is thrilled to be collaborating with Iams,
with a shared goal of assisting animals in the
community to find loving homes. Thank you
Iams for your support!
To learn more about the Iams brand,
visit www.iams.ca.
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at Summer Summer is an exciting time for kids to kick back and
enjoy. Parents can find themselves scratching their
heads; what are my kids going to do with all that time?
The Ontario SPCA and its Affiliates are pleased to offer
a variety of summer programs for kids of all ages.
The camp program is a great way to teach kids about
responsibility and pet ownership while having a fun
time with new friends and mentors!
The camps are centered on animal care and presented
in an exciting, hands-on way that includes animal-
themed activities, games and crafts. The kids have a great
opportunity to learn about animal wildlife and exotic
species. The camps are lead by enthusiastic staff that have
years of experience with children’s leadership and safety.
Special guest presenters introduce the campers to new
animal information in an educational and engaging way.
Please contact your local animal shelter for more
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www.sdg.ontariospca.ca
HAMILTON / BURLINGTON SPCA
SUMMER CAMP
245 Dartnall Rd., Hamilton, ON L8W 3V9
Monica Montague
905-572-7722 Ext. 326
www.hbspca.com
GUELPH HUMANE SOCIETY
CRITTER CAMP
500 Wellington St, W. Guelph, ON N1H 6L3
Meagan Middleton
519-824-3091
www.guelph-humane.on.ca
KITCHENER-WATERLOO
HUMANE SOCIETY ANIMANIACS CAMP
250 Riverbend Drive, Kitchener, ON N2B 2E9
Nancy Cressman
519-745-5615 Ext. 246
www.kwhumane.com
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Welcome
to the
Have you ever had a question about
your pet that you couldn’t find the
answer to? Ever wondered where
to learn about responsible pet ownership, to adopt a pet or get pet training
and animal safety classes? If so, then
it might be time to visit your local
Animal Centre! An Animal Centre
is a place where the community can
find answers and solutions to animal
problems, big and small. Defined as
an animal knowledge and welfare
resource, it offers a wide range of
services for the community.
The Ontario SPCA is pleased to announce the opening
of the Provincial Education & Animal Centre (PEAC).
This project was largely the result of the efforts of
fundraisers and donors, who have been aided by
SPCA staff in order to bring the centre from a dream
into reality. The goal of the centre is to bring the
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community and animal welfare organizations together,
acting as a resource for animal lovers and supporters.
PEAC offers services such as Meet Your Match® Felineality™, high volume spay and neuter and education for
pet owners about emergency preparedness. The Meet
Your Match® Feline-ality™ program has been met with
enormous success in matching cats that are available for
adoption with new loving families and individuals, based
on a lifestyle survey that the potential adopter completes.
The high volume spay and neuter service is a hospital
where all Ontario pet owners, regardless of income
level or geographic area, can come to have their canine
or feline spayed or neutered by qualified veterinarians.
In addition to emergency preparedness, PEAC assists
other organizations with educating their communities
on topics such as responsible pet ownership. Animal
welfare organizations can also greatly benefit from
the works, such as Meet Your Match® Canine-ality™
and Puppy-ality™, junior humane programs for
youth and additional support services for animal
welfare organizations. PEAC will work to help
Ontario residents learn more about proper pet
care, while working to eliminate animal abuse
and provide homes for all pets.
PEAC’s programs such as training modules on nonprofit governance, fundraising and strategic planning.
“PEAC will be a hub of activity and information for
animal enthusiasts. It has taken much planning and
preparation but the result will be a very valuable community resource,” says Tanya Firmage, Ontario SPCA
Director of Operations, Animal Welfare.
The goal of a centre such as PEAC is to improve the
lives of animals, through community education and
animal welfare services. It rescues, rehabilitates and
prepares animals for new homes. While the Ontario
SPCA has been providing some of these services for
years, there are exciting new programs that are in
To learn more about PEAC and its services, and how
you can help with donations and financial support,
visit peac.ontariospca.ca.
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some of our donors have asked if there
are other ways to support us.
Our planned giving program allows you to support us in a way that
best suits your financial situation. Making a planned gift
can bring you and your family tax and financial benefits.
Planned Giving is:
• A gift made, after careful consideration and with professional
advice, through your financial or estate plan
• A gift that requires some type of legal documentation, for
example, a Will
• A gift that is made from your assets, not your current income
• A gift that has tax advantages under current laws
• A gift that is arranged now to provide funds to Ontario SPCA
at some time in the future
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Keeping Pets Healthy
and Happy this Summer
There are certain things I associate with the beginning
of summer. Freshly cut grass, the sound of the ice cream
truck and hearing on the news that Highway 400 is backed
up for miles. Another thing that I associate with summer
is the unusual sight of Jersey, sleeping on our cold ceramic
floor. During all other seasons, Jersey would rather be
outside in the backyard, snoozing under a shady tree or
protecting our yard from the ever-present threat of evil
squirrels. She is like the superhero of our backyard, and
she takes this responsibility very seriously.
During summer however, her double coat hinders her
ability to perform her superhero duties. Even five minutes
in 15-20 degree heat will make her pant and start whining
to come inside. Somewhere in a secret lair, squirrels are
laughing and plotting their revenge on my furry superhero.
While the woodland animals rejoice, Jersey doesn’t have
the energy to do much. She sort of hibernates during
the summer season, preferring the cold floor and air
conditioned house to the scorching heat of the outdoors.
I keep her on more of a routine during the summer than
the other seasons, to make sure she gets outside enough
to have fresh air, exercise and the opportunity to use the
bathroom without overheating.
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• Longer walks in the early morning or evening, and
short walks (in shaded areas, when possible) during
early afternoon, when it’s the hottest part of the day.
• Extra bowls of fresh water, both inside and out.
Keep an eye on your pet’s water consumption, as not
drinking enough water can be hazardous to their health.
• Access to a cool spot, such as somewhere quiet
and dark in the house.
• Take your pet swimming at pet-friendly lakes when
possible. Even the most water-averse dog tends to
gravitate towards cool water during the heat of
summer, just to dip those toes in and have a drink!
• Don’t allow your pet to overexert themselves
while playing with canine friends. Running around in a
thick coat during a hot day can cause dehydration, which
is dangerous for your pet.
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Thanking Roy Pastorius
for Years of Service
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The Ontario SPCA is proud to bid a fond farewell
to an exemplary member of the Fort Erie SPCA, Roy
Pastorius, who retired this February after 29 years of
service. In a career that spanned almost three decades in
animal welfare, Roy was involved in all facets of the shelter, ranging from investigations agent to management.
Roy’s involvement in animal welfare began at an early age,
as his father was a game warden, out to enforce local hunting and fishing regulations. When he began his career with
the Fort Erie SPCA, he learned quickly that many owners
do not have adequate knowledge about animal care, which
leads to neglect. From cat hoarding to reported panther
sightings, Roy had seen it all. As his knowledge and
experience grew, his role evolved into a management
position, aiming to raise money for the shelter and create
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Roy and Wendy have worked
side-by-side for 27 years.
programs to educate the community. Roy also fell in love
on the way, with a plucky young Sheltie he named Shelly,
who became a lifelong companion to Roy’s family.
While Roy will miss his colleagues at the shelter, he
feels strongly that animal welfare across the province
has grown in leaps and bounds. He is satisfied with
leaving the Fort Erie shelter in the extremely capable
hands of Wendy Trombley with whom he worked
side-by-side with for 27 years.
Congratulations Roy on your well-earned retirement,
and we look forward to seeing you at future animal
welfare fundraising events!
Breaking Ground for the Ottawa Humane Society
After five years of careful planning, the Ottawa Humane
Society (OHS) is pleased to announce that construction
of their new facility is nearing completion and will be
ready for their big move on June 22nd.
The shelter on Champagne Avenue was built in 1968,
and was designed to care for 2,500 animals annually.
Currently, the shelter cares for over 11,000 animals
annually, and it is in a constant state of crisis.
The new 40,000 square foot facility will have an
adoption-friendly atmosphere with lots of bright light
and visiting rooms to allow families the opportunity to
visit with companion animals in comfort.
The Ottawa Humane Society Breaking Ground Building
Campaign has met 87 percent of its fundraising goal, but
still urgently needs your donations. Additionally, there
are still numerous naming opportunities available. By
supporting the Ottawa Humane Society’s new facility,
you are directly helping animals within the Ottawa
community and surrounding areas.
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Other features include:
• Air and ventilation system near
hospital-like quality
• Community cat housing for 18-20
cats and three season cat porch
• Education Centre for school
and community programs
• Expanded vet clinic
• Isolation wards for sick and
injured animals
• Lots of natural lighting
• Expanded Adoption Centre
• More exterior dog runs
To learn more or make a donation, visit
www.ottawahumane.ca/breakingground/donate.htm
or call Campaign Manager Anna Silverman at
(613) 725-3166 ext. 279.
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Over 300 Animals Rescued
from Kawartha Lakes House Fire
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In a stunning display of bravery and teamwork, the
Ontario SPCA Communities and Kawartha Lakes Fire
Services rescued 300 animals from a blazing house fire
in January. The Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes
was called to the scene, but quickly realized they needed
assistance while the animals were being retrieved.
They called upon the Ontario SPCA and its Communities. Working together, the animals were transferred
to some affiliated shelters and Ontario SPCA Branches,
to ensure they received optimal care and attention.
Neighbours knew the owner of the house had many
pets, however were surprised to learn the real number
of animals that were actually living there. The damage to
the house and its contents were under $15,000, however
there would need to be extensive cleaning to make the
house suitable to live in, as it was deemed unsafe immediately after the fire. Investigators believed the fire had
been started by a baseboard heater or ignited feces.
Once the animals were safe, an examination of the
house revealed the assortment of cats, dogs, birds and
small animals had been kept in unsanitary conditions,
possibly for years. Investigators noted an abundance
of feces throughout the house that could have only
accumulated over a long period of time, and the
ammonia levels in the house were so high they
were classified as toxic.
The number of animals and how quickly they were
rescued and placed into shelters across Ontario, was
a true accomplishment for all organizations involved.
“I believe it’s because of the collaboration between
Ontario SPCA Communities and the dedication of our
agents and inspectors that every animal was able to
survive,” said Kate MacDonald, Chief Executive Officer
at the Ontario SPCA.
New Clinic Being Built
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for the Animals of Lincoln County
There has been a growing need in Lincoln County for
a larger facility that offers spay/neuter services as well
as an improved adoption centre. Thanks to the hard
work of the Lincoln County Humane Society (LCHS)
Board, staff, volunteers and supporters, the new clinic
is currently underway.
The goal of the new spay/neuter service is to directly
address the cat overpopulation crisis in the St. Catharine’s area by providing the community with a service
where cat owners with financial need can have their pet
spayed or neutered, which will help reduce unplanned
litters as well as homeless felines. There are so many cats
and kittens currently available for adoption that pet owners need to take action and have their pet treated to avoid
contributing to the problem. This new service will
allow 2,500 procedures to take place each year.
“Every year through our doors, we have approximately
3,000 cats that come in; about 2,000 of those are stray
and have no home,” says LCHS Executive Director
Kevin Strooband. By reducing the number of cats
born every year, the feral cat population will drop
dramatically if community members do their part
and have their pet spayed or neutered.
The “RescueUs” Campaign is working towards the
$1.6 million that needs to be raised so the spay/neuter
facility can operate. There are many ways that people
can support the “RescueUs” Campaign. Single donations
or monthly planned giving contributions are welcome.
Tribute donations are also available, and recognition
will be permanently displayed on the Wall of Memories.
LCHS also needs volunteers in a variety of areas to assist
with fundraising and other functions.
To donate today, visit www.lchs.ca or call (905) 682-0767
to see how you can help the animals of Lincoln County!
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MUSKOKA ANIMAL CENTRE
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
Raising the Woof
for the
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New Muskoka Animal Centre
When a community finds they are in need of a new
facility, it can be an enormous undertaking. The Ontario
SPCA Muskoka Branch has outgrown its existing facility,
due to the large influx of animals as a result of the seasonal
and residential growth in the Muskoka area. Over 500
cruelty investigations are conducted through this Branch
each year, which increased the need for proper facilities.
The Muskoka Animal Centre will be a 6,442 square
foot animal care facility on an 18-acre property located
on Highway 118 just west of Golden Beach Road, in
Bracebridge. The parcel of land was generously donated
by local resident Brock Napier (see his profile on page #9).
The facility has been carefully designed to incorporate
many cost-saving features that will lower yearly operating
costs and reduce the shelter’s carbon footprint.
Fundraising is paramount to implementing a building
project on such a large scale, which is why the Raise the
Woof Capital Campaign was launched. The total cost of
the new Ontario SPCA Muskoka Animal Centre is $1.87
million, and thanks to grant money from the provincial
and federal government stimulus fund, we were assisted
towards our goal. Our staff, supporters and donors
have been an integral part of the fundraising process,
and their contributions speak volumes about how the
community has come together for the animals. Their
dedication to the cause is truly inspiring.
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Donating to the Capital Campaign improves the quality
of care rescued animals receive through the facility
where they will be examined, treated and housed. It
will be a hub of pet-friendly activity for the community
that the public can use and enjoy. We are beginning to
near our goal of $950,000 thanks to fundraising efforts,
such as the Raise the Woof Campaign, and the recent
Garden Shed Silent Auction and Luncheon. We still have
$515,000 to be raised, which will go towards features
such as a veterinary treatment room and extra dog runs.
Make a donation by contacting Gord Durnan,
Campaign Director by email at [email protected]
or phone (705) 687-5565. Learn more about the centre at
muskoka.ontariospca.ca. Join us today by supporting
this fur-friendly project!
Kawartha Lakes Fundraises for New Building
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The Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes (HSKL) is
pleased to share the progress of their new building with
the community. In 2009, it became clear that the existing
shelter was no longer meeting the needs of the 800 and rising animals that were coming through the doors each year.
The new facility will be a spacious 6,000 square feet,
and will provide the necessary amenities for staff and
volunteers to better serve the animals that come under
its care. While the original plan was to revamp the
existing building, it became apparent that the repairs and
expansion would not be enough. Staff members at HSKL
are currently working in construction conditions, with
staff temporarily relocated so that the care of the animals
remains undisturbed.
“I believe in working in the community I live in, and [have]
grown a huge respect for the staff of the Humane Society,
and the [essential] services they skilfully provide,” said
Keith Bray, Executive Director.
The HSKL still urgently requires donations for this
important community building. By donating to the
HSKL’s Walkway Program, the name of your choice
will be engraved on a brick as a lasting tribute to
your contribution.
To support the HSKL, please call (705) 878-4618 and help
the animals of the Kawartha Lakes community today!
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Top Canine Models
Walk the Runway
for Charity
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The only thing cuter than an adorable dog is an adorable
dog wearing a fabulous outfit! To raise money for the
Ontario SPCA, a group of young professionals in the
Toronto area created Paws for the Cause, a canine
fashion show. Organizers had plenty of canine models
and their handlers to strut their stuff on the runway
while party attendees enjoyed the show.
Pet Valu provided outerwear for the dogs, while custom
designs were created by notable Canadian fashion
designers such as Philip Sparks, Jules Power and Roots.
It was also a great night for celebrity sightings, such as
singer Keshia Chanté and actress Kristin Booth as well
as their pets, which participated in the show. The guests
enjoyed sumptuous themed cocktails, such as the Pawstini and Dirty Dog.
The evening was a smashing success, with over
$25,000 raised for the animals of the Ontario SPCA.
We would like to thank the organizers and volunteers
for their dedication and hard work, and encourage our
supporters to attend this wonderful event next year!
Plunge
for
Paws
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On a cold wintery day in February, Barrie SPCA Branch
supporters were stripping down and taking a chilly
plunge to raise money for the Branch. Five brave
volunteers took the jump into Lake Simcoe in Barrie and
raised over $1,200 in pledges for the event, which was
held during Barrie’s Winterfest. The Polar Bear Dip is an
annual event, however this first annual Plunge for Paws
attracted some new supporters who are looking forward
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to taking the plunge and raising money for
the Barrie SPCA at the next Winterfest.
Thank you to Rochelle, Sydney, husband and wife team
Ken and Wendy, and Claudia who was quoted as saying
“I feel like I just jumped into the fountain of youth!”
All participated despite the subzero temperatures.
We applaud your efforts and hope to see you next year!
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OUR MISSION
The Ontario SPCA’s mission is to facilitate and provide for province-wide leadership on
matters relating to the prevention of cruelty to animals and the promotion of animal welfare.
OUR VISION
The Ontario SPCA is seen as the recognized authority on animal welfare issues and
making a measurable difference for animals. The Ontario SPCA is an integral part of
each community, promoting mutually beneficial human-animal interactions, and is
viewed as a desirable organization for volunteerism and support.
The Society is working to:
• Bring an end to pet overpopulation and the abuse, neglect and abandonment of animals.
• Promote respect and appreciation for animals.
OUR GOAL
The Society’s goal is to be a
strong, unified and collaborative
organization dedicated to the
cultivation of a compassionate
Ontario for all animals.
Rocky is reunited with his rescuers,
Agent Sylvia and Agent Dewar.
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Higher Learning:
or veterinary care. Once the candidates have passed the
pre-screening phase, they begin the knowledge-based
training, which includes courses on professionalism,
legislation, personal safety and animal care including
an extensive livestock component. St. John Ambulance
First Aid and CPR training is also included. They are also
tested for psychological aptitude to ensure or enhance a
As an animal lover, it is difficult to imagine some of the
proper mindset for dealing with the variety of people and
rescue scenarios that we hear about in the news once an
situations that can be encountered on a daily basis, and be
animal has been removed from an abusive or neglectful
able to adhere to and stay within the realm of the law durhome. Ontario SPCA agents are put through a widely
ing these situations. The in-class portions are not merely
recognized training process to teach them how to safely
“sit and listen” sessions. A variety of
and effectively perform their duties.
learning techniques are employed to
Many wonder: how do they do it?
aid in the learning process. Students
get a lot of time to hone their skills
Agent training has come a long
with hands-on practice for investigaway since the early inception of the
tive techniques, assessing animals,
Ontario SPCA over a century ago.
communication skills and a mock
Thanks to fundraising, donations
Complaints investigated:
investigation and trial.
and government grants, the training program has become a leader
Orders issued:
The entire agent training process
in training animal welfare officers.
Provincial charges laid:
takes twelve weeks to complete,
Criminal charges laid:
and agents must receive 80 percent
The training and recruitment
in order to graduate. When the
program has been continuously
Animals removed as a
training process is completed, the
progressing, especially in the last
result of investigations:
candidate may have passed but
six years. There was a demonstrated
is certainly not finished learning.
need in remote provincial areas for
After successful completion of the training the agent
agent training consistency, as well as throughout
works under the close supervision of an inspector or
the province, due to the new Ontario SPCA Act that
experienced investigator for six months.
contained increased regulatory accountability and
enforcement compliance powers.
In order to maintain consistency around the province, all
current serving officers are also required to take a portion
of the new training model within the next three years.
Examining the Agent Training Program
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2010: A YEAR
IN NUMBERS
1,618
12,819
170
124
1,991
“Our goal is to create a united force across the province,
where every officer has the same high standard of education and knowledge with the highest level of professionalism possible,” says Chief Inspector Connie Mallory.
The process begins by selecting only the most qualified
candidates for the training process. Applicants are hand
selected by senior officers, and must possess relevant
experience such as a background in police foundations
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The program is now known across the country as the most
rigorous and in-depth agent-training program for animal
welfare officers available in Canada. Other provinces are
updating their training courses with the Ontario SPCA’s
training modules. Despite the hard work that is involved to
become an animal welfare officer, the goal of protecting animals and keeping officers safe is worth the intense effort.
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The Evolution of Ontario SPCA Agent Training
• Pre-2001 there was training in the form of
1.5 to 2 days depending on the location
2011 saw more changes and brings
us to our current model which is:
• From 2001-2003 the training expanded to 4 days
• From 2003 through to 2005 another day was added
to make it a total of 5 days
• In 2005 it increased again to 6 days
• Then increased again in 2006-2007 to 7 days
• In 2008 a demonstrated need shifted our training
priorities to make it 10 days
• In 2009 the Ontario SPCA evolved again with the
implementation of 40 hours of online training along with
3 weeks (15 days) of in-class sessions
• In 2010 a mandatory 160 hours of ride-along time was also added.
After each week of in-class training, students were sent back to
their home offices to gain ride-along experience with a seasoned
investigator. They would then alternate between classroom work
• 40 hours online learning
(spread out over 4 weeks)
• 1 week in-class learning
• Ride-along
• 1 week in-class
• Ride-along
• 1 week in-class
• Ride-along
• 1 week in-class
• Finish up ride-along hours
and ride-alongs until completion.
Animal Care
The Ontario SPCA and shelters across the province
face many challenges every day. Our staff and volunteers
work hard to care for the thousands of animals that come
into our facilities and need assistance. With the goal to
increase our live release rate, the Ontario SPCA has
implemented several programs designed to do just that.
The live release rate is the number of animals that leave
our facilities either through adoptions, are returned
to their owner, transferred to a rescue group or other
facility to care for, or released into the wild through a
Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR) program.
To achieve a higher live release rate, our first step is to
reduce the number of animals that come to us to begin
with, using a variety of spay/neuter programs, TNR
2010: A YEAR
IN NUMBERS
programs, Humane Education and encouraging
responsible pet ownership. Licensing and microchipping
also go a long way in ensuring your pet is always traceable
to you. With this, we can reduce the animal intake and
return animals to their original homes. Every staff
member and volunteer wants to ensure all pets up for
adoption, find loving homes.
“Only by working collaboratively, with a variety of
strategies, will we succeed in saving more animal lives,”
says Jim Sykes, Chief Operating Officer, Ontario SPCA.
By supporting the educational programs in your
community, and spaying and neutering your pet, you are
actively assisting in the reduction of homeless animals.
5,012
Dogs Adopted: 2,277
Cats Adopted:
704
2,657
Other Animals Adopted:
Wildlife Admitted:
Note: Includes Ontario SPCA Branches Only
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financialstatement
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2010
Assets
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivables
Inventory
Prepaid expenses
2010
2009
$ 6,787,570
649,338
32,271
17,062
7,486,241
$ 11,738,982
520,392
28,334
84,107
12,371,815
Long-term investments
5,439,178
5,074,648
Capital assets
12,099,493
11,579,169
Liabilities and Fund Balances
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
Bank loan Deferred revenue Fund balances
Provincial
Regional 25,024,912
29,025,632
1,697,002
731,033
19,106
2,447,141
22,577,771
–
26,040,112
–
22,577,771
26,040,112
$ 25,024,912
$ 29,025,632
2,095,275
888,245
2,000
2,985,520
For a complete set of audited financial statements, call 905-898-7122 or 1-888-668-7722.
How you support us —
Donations and Fundraising
$10,122,062
Donations
Branch Donations
Legacies
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44%
20%
36%
How you support us
$16,234,222
Donations and Legacies
Animal Care Revenue
Goverment Grants
Other Grants and Revenue
62%
31%
6%
1%
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES,
YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2010
Revenue:
Donations and fundraising
Provincial grants
Provincial grant capital
Shelter and veterinary
Municipal contract fees
Other
Interest and investment gain Expenses:
Animal care and protection
Fundraising
General Management and Administration
Communication and education services
Amortization
Interest and bank charges
Distributions:
Grants to Ontario SPCA Affiliates
Deficiency of revenue over expenses
and distributions before legacies
Legacies
Excess (deficiency) of revenue over
expenses and distributions
Fund balances, beginning of year
Transfer out of the Brant branch capital assets
Donation of Land
Fund balances, end of year
2010
2009
$ 6,454,954
525,694
397,216
2,283,436
2,720,751
185,063
456,443
13,023,557
$ 6,985,858
537,939
2,754,190
2,448,255
2,549,529
245,859
506,270
16,027,900
14,028,088
1,871,915
2,018,264
482,927
541,946
160,754
19,103,894
11,496,814
1,756,653
1,841,767
753,887
464,456
265,998
16,579,575
1,174,040
1,354,203
(7,254,377)
(1,905,878)
3,667,108
10,855,725
(3,587,269)
8,949,847
26,040,112
(125,072)
250,000
17,090,265
–
–
$ 22,577,771
$ 26,040,112
YOUR DOLLARS AT WORK
$20,277,934
Animal Care and Protection
Distributions to Affiliate Organizations
Public Awareness and Humane Education
Fundraising
General Management and Administration
Amortization
Interest and Bank Charges
69%
6%
2%
9%
10%
3%
1%
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One Voice
for Animal
OUR TEAM
Welfare
The Ontario SPCA needs your help to continue our efforts to protect and care for abused, neglected and
orphaned animals in Ontario. Thanks to people like you who are committed to making this world a better
place, we make a significant difference in the lives of both animals and people. We extend our deepest
gratitude to our donors, volunteers, staff and friends for their lifesaving support!
LEADING OUR TEAM
ONTARIO SPCA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Arthur King
Bonnie Deekon
Catherine MacNeill
Chris White
Helen Renaud
Jean Belfour (Secretary)
Judy Decicco
Kari Wilson (Vice Chair)
Melanie Coulter (Treasurer)
LEADING OUR COMMUNITY EFFORTS
BRANCH
Rita Middleton
Rob Godfrey (Chair)
Stewart Hill
AFFILIATE
Alliston & District Humane Society
P.O. Box 378
Beeton, ON LOG 1A0
705-458-9038
www.allistonhumane.com
Cambridge & District Humane Society
1650 Dunbar Road
Cambridge, ON N1R 8J5
519-623-7722
www.spca.cambridgeweb.net
Georgian Triangle Humane Society
P.O. Box 492, 549 Tenth Line North
Collingwood, ON L9Y 4B2
705-445-5204
www.gbanimalrescue.com
Arnprior & District Humane Society
490 Didak Drive
Arnprior, ON K7S 0C3
613-623-0916
www.arnpriorhumanesociety.ca
Humane Society of Durham Region
1505 Wentworth Street
Whitby, ON L1N 0H9
905-665-7430
www.humanedurham.com
Barrie Branch
91 Patterson Road
Barrie, ON L4N 3V9
705-728-7311
www.barrie.ontariospca.ca
Etobicoke Humane Society
1500 Royal York Road, Suite B, 2nd Floor
Etobicoke, ON M9P 3B6
416-249-6100
www.etobicokehumanesociety.com
Guelph Humane Society
500 Wellington Street West
P.O. Box 684
Guelph, ON N1H 6L3
519-824-3091
www.guelph-humane.on.ca
Brant County
539 Mohawk Street, P.O. Box 163
Brantford, ON N3T 5M8
519-756-6620
www.brantfordspca.com
Fort Erie SPCA
410 Jarvis Street
Fort Erie, ON L2A 2T1
905-871-2461
www.forteriespca.org
Bruce-Grey Branch*
427 10th Street, Suite 8
Hanover, ON N4N 1P8
519-364-0400
www.brucegrey.ontariospca.ca
Gananoque & District Humane Society
85 Highway 32, RR 1
Gananoque, ON K7G 2V3
613-382-1512
www.ganhumanesociety.ca
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Hamilton/Burlington SPCA
245 Dartnall Road
Hamilton, ON L8W 3V9
905-574-7722
www.hbspca.com
Huron County Branch
48 East Street
Goderich, ON N7A 1N3
519-440-0250
www.huroncounty.ontariospca.ca
Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes
111 McLaughlin Road
Lindsay, ON K9V 6K5
705-878-4618
www.hskl.ca
Kenora/Dryden Branch*
P.O. Box 1148
Keewatin, ON P0X 1C0
807-548-2194
www.kenoradryden.ontariospca.ca
Kent Branch
405 Park Avenue East
Chatham, ON N7M 3W4
519-354-1713
www.kent.ontariospca.ca
Kingston Humane Society
1 Binnington Court
Kingston, ON K7M 8M9
613-546-1291
www.kingstonhumanesociety.ca
Kitchener-Waterloo Humane Society
250 Riverbend Drive
Kitchener, ON N2B 2E9
519-745-5615
www.kwhumane.com
Lanark Animal Welfare Society
P.O. Box 156
Smiths Falls, ON K7A 4T1
613-283-9308
www.lanarkanimals.ca
Leeds & Grenville Branch
800 Centennial Road, RR 4
Brockville, Ontario K6V 5T4
613-345-5520
www.leedsgrenville.ontariospca.ca
Lennox & Addington Branch
156 Richmond Boulevard East
Greater Napanee, ON K7R 3Z7
613-354-2492
www.lennoxaddington.ontariospca.ca
Lincoln County Humane Society
160 Fourth Avenue
St. Catharines, ON L2R 6P9
905-682-0767
www.lchs.ca
London Humane Society
624 Clarke Road
London, ON N5V 3K5
519-451-0630
www.londonhumanesociety.ca
Midland & District Branch
15979 Highway 12 East, RR 1
Port McNicoll, ON L0K 1R0
705-534-4459
www.midland.ontariospca.ca
Muskoka Branch
4 Ferrier Road, P.O. Box 2804
Bracebridge, ON P1L 1W5
705-645-6225
www.muskoka.ontariospca.ca
Niagara Falls Humane Society
6025 Chippawa Parkway
Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X8
905-356-4404
www.nfhs.ca
North Bay & District Humane Society
2060 Main Street West, P.O. Box 1383
North Bay, ON P1B 8K5
705-474-1251
www.northbayhumanesociety.ca
Northumberland Humane Society
371 Ward Street
Port Hope, ON L1A 4A4
905-885-4131
www.northumberlandhumanesociety.com
Oakville & Milton Humane Society
445 Cornwall Road
Oakville, ON L6J 7S8
905-845-1551
www.oakvillehumane.ca
Orangeville & District Branch
650 Riddell Road
Orangeville, ON L9W 5G5
519-942-3140
www.orangeville.ontariospca.ca
Orillia Branch
467 West Street North
Orillia, ON L3V 5G1
705-325-1304
www.orillia.ontariospca.ca
Ottawa Humane Society
101 Champagne Avenue
Ottawa, ON K1S 4P3
613-725-3166
www.ottawahumane.ca
Oxford/Elgin County Branch*
toll free: 1-888-668-7722 ext. 313
www.oxfordelgin.ontariospca.ca
Parry Sound Branch*
705-645-6225
www.parrysound.ontariospca.ca
Perth County Branch
345 Douro Street
Stratford, ON N5A 3S8
519-273-6600
www.perthcounty.ontariospca.ca
Peterborough Humane Society
385 Lansdowne Street East
Peterborough, ON K9L 2A3
705-745-4722
www.peterboroughhumanesociety.ca
Quinte Humane Society
527 Avonlough Road
Belleville, ON K8N 4Z2
613-968-4673
www.quintehumanesociety.com
Temiskaming Branch*
P.O. Box 2474
New Liskeard, ON P0J 1P0
705-647-5288
www.temiskaming.ontariospca.ca
Thunder Bay & District Humane Society
1535 Rosslyn Road
Thunder Bay, ON P7E 6W2
807-475-8803
www.tbayhumane.ca
Timmins & District Humane Society
620 Mahoney Drive
Timmins, ON P4N 7C3
705-264-1816
www.timminshumanesociety.ca
Upper Credit Humane Society
5383 Wellington Road #24, RR 2
Erin, ON NOB 1TO
519-833-2287
www.uppercredit.com
Welland & District Humane Society
60 Provincial Street
Welland, ON L3B 5W7
905-735-1552
www.wellandhumanesociety.org
Windsor/Essex County Humane Society
1375 Provincial Road
Windsor, ON N8W 5V8
519-966-5751
www.windsorhumane.org
Provincial Education & Animal Centre
16586 Woodbine Avenue, RR 3
Newmarket, ON L3Y 4W1
905-898-7122 ext. 306
www.peac.ontariospca.ca
Marion Vernon Memorial Animal Clinic
Spay/Neuter Services
91A Patterson Road
Barrie, ON L4N 3V9
705-734-9883
www.ontariospca.ca/8-memorial.shtml
Renfrew County Branch
387 Paquette Road, P.O. Box 322
Petawawa, ON K8H 3J1
613-588-4508
www.renfrewcounty.ontariospca.ca
Ontario SPCA Centre Veterinary Hospital
Spay/Neuter Services
16586 Woodbine Avenue, RR 3
Newmarket, ON L3Y 4W1
905-898-6112
toll free: 1-888-668-7722 ext. 384
www.spayneuter.ontariospca.ca
Sarnia & District SPCA
131 Exmouth Street
Sarnia, ON N7T 7W8
519-344-7064
www.sarniahumanesociety.com
Ontario SPCA Provincial Office
16586 Woodbine Avenue, RR 3
Newmarket, ON L3Y 4W1
toll free: 1-888-668-7722
www.ontariospca.ca
Sault Ste. Marie Humane Society
962 Second Line East
Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6B 4K4
705-949-3573
http://hosting.soonet.ca/humanesociety
* Branches that provide
investigations services only.
Scarborough/North York Branch*
toll free: 1-888-668-7722 ext. 327
www.sny.ontariospca.ca
Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry
Branch
550 Boundary Road, P.O. Box 52
Cornwall, ON K6H 5R5
613-936-0072
www.sdg.ontariospca.ca
Sudbury & District Branch
760 Notre Dame Avenue
Sudbury, ON P3A 2T4
705-566-9582
www.sudbury.ontariospca.ca
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