BC SPCA unveils new 5-year plan to help even more animals

The BC SPCA helped nearly 48,000 animals in need in 2018, but they’re setting their sights even higher for the future.

The non-profit animal welfare organization has launched a new four-pillar strategic plan for 2019-23, hoping to help even more animals in B.C.

It follows a “very ambitious and successful” five-year plan that they set out on between 2014-18.

“During the past five years, we have seen major successes in our advocacy work and with our education programs to empower youth to make a difference for animals in their communities,” said Craig Daniell, CEO of the BC SPCA.

“We are ready to take this work to a new level, and we are calling on all British Columbians to join with us to take action and to inspire others as we work together to end animal suffering.”

The 2019-23 plan will focus on the following four pillars:

• An improved and more collaborative response to rescue animals from cruelty and abusive situations, particularly in underserved communities.
• Increased support for vulnerable pet owners who face barriers to providing good care, including spay/neuter, for their animals.
• Inspiring British Columbians with knowledge and resources to improve the lives of animals.
• Organizational growth, including increased training to enable SPCA staff and volunteers to expand rehabilitation for animals in care.

Another highlight of the plan include growing animal welfare assurance programs that set out SPCA-approved, audited standards for animal-related business.

The BC SPCA also wants more comprehensive response plans to help animals affected by emergencies and natural disasters in the province.

To view the entire plan, click this link.