Alberta SPCA News
Important information about animal care and best practices.
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The Alberta SPCA is a leader in animal welfare and care. We are proud to help improve the lives for thousands of animals every year, and to share important information about animal care and best practices.
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 a previous stint with our Animal Protection team investigating animal
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 over its 65-year history — and some from other partners.
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 investigation were both disturbing and heart-breaking; 201 animals, many matted,
Animal Heroes Lottery
Alberta SPCA Launches New Cash Lottery & 50/50 Raffle The Animal Heroes Lottery acknowledges the role our supporters play in saving animals, including with the largest seizure of dogs in Alberta SPCA history. The Alberta
Animal & Farmer Well-Being
Collaboration between the Alberta SPCA and University of Alberta to address farmer and animal well-being. Project aims to create assessment tools, provide resources, and deliver training to Alberta SPCA Peace Officers. The Alberta SPCA and
History of Large Seizures
Alberta SPCA Peace Officers have been involved in a number of large seizures over the past 20 years, most of which have involved livestock. These cases carry an emotional toll on the entire community, and
Pressure Intensifies for Alberta SPCA with Latest Investigation
This year continues to be an incredibly difficult one for the Alberta SPCA and the animal welfare sector across the province. Unfortunately, many Alberta communities are seeing a growing number of devastating and urgent situations
Postal Disruption has Significant Impact on Fundraising Activities
The Alberta SPCA relies heavily on donations from Albertans, especially at this time of year. The annual Holiday Wish Campaign is one of the most important fundraising appeals, raising critical funds for animal care. This
Alberta SPCA News
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
Land Acknowledgment
The Alberta SPCA respects the deep foundational connection Indigenous Peoples have had to animals and this land, now known as Alberta, for thousands of years. We are grateful to continue to work towards the humane treatment of all animals in all areas of the province on the traditional territories encompassed by Treaties 6, 7, 8, 4, & 10 and the Métis Homeland.
We are inspired by how many Indigenous Peoples recognize animals, people and the environment are interconnected and that respecting these relationships is fundamental to the well-being of all living things and the Earth that we share. As treaty people, we also strive to listen, respect, care for, and live in harmony with one another, animals and the natural world.