The Alberta SPCA’s One Family Welfare Department is a leader in providing temporary care for pets whose owners are facing a crisis situation. We are proud to help improve the lives for thousands of animals every year, and to share important information about our Pet Safekeeping and Crisis Care programs.
In The News
Community Grant
Jan 2022
Alberta SPCA receives grant to help keep families and pets together.
The Alberta SPCA has been awarded a $50,000 grant from the Edmonton Community Foundation to support our work to keep families and their pets together.
Alberta SPCA Welcomes New Director of Animal Protection Services
We are excited to introduce Nancy Simmons as our new Director of Animal Protection Services. Nancy has extensive experience working with and on behalf of animals, including
Executive Director’s Message
We were cleaning out a file cabinet the other day and came across several old copies of logos and other graphics this organization has used

Marking 10 Years Since the Milk River Dogs Seizure
It was one of the largest seizures in Alberta SPCA history — and a case that shocked the province. Images from the Milk River dogs
Real Talk Podcast
Nov 1, 2021
Pet Safekeeping Coordinator Julia Evasiuk talks about our Pet Safekeeping and Crisis Care Programs as a kickoff to Family Violence Awareness Month.
Interview begins at 1:07:45