The Nelson BCSPCA Adoption Centre is evolving into a dynamic facility that is dedicated to excellence in animal care and engaging the public to create an active, compassionate community. The facility has been open for just 2 years and we can say that the plan is working. We are attracting many new volunteers of all ages, expanding community programs and experiencing the generosity of community partners who are stepping forward to help raise funds for our activities. Here are a few examples of the benefits of our new public profile in the community has brought:

Increased community fundraising

The community minded management team at Chahko Mika Mall in Nelson recently pitched in to help the BCSPCA Nelson Branch. The mall is undergoing a major renovation and offered to donate excess goods and space to hold a huge clearance sale to help the animals. Items include display racks, shelving, jewelry cases, lighting, banners, tables and chairs and any other items that accumulated over the years. The 3-day event raised over $3000 for the animals.
Deb Dwyer and Emma Cox, owners of the newly created business, Pupperware, (home retail parties for pet care products) had a business launch on March 29th with proceeds going to the Nelson Branch. Pupperware is also committed to ongoing support of the Nelson branch through packaging Adoption Starter Kits, for dogs and cats, for sale. The kits which will retail between $30-$40 dollars will have everything the new pet owner needs to take their new pet home. The kits will be sold in cloth bags, which will have the BCSPCAC logo on one-side and sponsors’ names on the other. The entrepreneurial spirit of giving runs deep at Pupperware.

Afternoon Kids Club- every Thursday!

The Kid’s Club has just received a $1500 grant from the Nelson and District Credit Union to help offset the annual costs of this program. The Kids Club is a free drop in program that typically attracts 10-15 kids each Thursday from 3:30 – 4:30. There are planned activities with a humane education focus – and special guests. The kids are provided a light snack and craft materials for creative projects. It’s a great program for the kids and their parents and a boost to the energy at the adoption center.

More volunteer heroes!

There are so many volunteers that are crucial to the day-to-day operations. A special Thank You is in order for our local hero, Jack Fangrad, a tireless volunteer who lives for the animals. Jack can be seen daily at the Nelson Branch; whether it is walking, feeding, or transporting the animals, Jack is up for the task. Volunteers like Jack make the Nelson Adoption Center such a warm, comfortable place to visit, for both the animals and the public.

For More Information Contact:
BCSPCA – Nelson Branch Adoption Centre
520-C Falls Street, Nelson, B.C. V1L 6B5
Phone: (250) 352-7178
Or visit www.spca.bc.ca/nelson