BC SPCA: Give the Gift of Time

Each year the Quesnel & District Branch of the BC SPCA relies on hundreds of volunteers, who have a variety of interests and talents, to provide care and improve the welfare of animals in our communities.

Volunteer at the BC SPCA

You can volunteer with the animals, in one of our many programs that provide care and enrichment to our animals, or for the animals, by using a special skill set that you may possess, such as graphic design, event planning, a trade or other specialized skills.

Apply online to volunteer at the Quesnel SPCA today!

Once your application has been received you will be contacted regarding availability in the program you selected and the next steps to becoming a volunteer. All volunteers are required to attend a general orientation as well as program specific classroom training.

*Please note: You must be 16 years old to volunteer. Unfortunately, not all volunteer positions are suitable and available to all those who apply.

See below for a brief description of volunteer activities and date/time commitments.

Adoption Counselling	As an adoption counsellor you assist people in becoming good pet owners by helping them choose a pet that is appropriate for their lifestyle.
Dog Walking	Our dogs live in a stressful and constantly changing environment, so it is very important to bring some consistency into their lives through our dog walking program.
Small Animal and Cat Care	In these programs, you help make our animals comfortable by ensuring that their cages are clean and their needs are met. If you are interested in spending time with the rabbits, guinea pigs, rats or other creatures, please sign up at the next general orientation!
Animal Fostering	The BC SPCA Foster Program provides animals that have a good chance for adoption, but are either pregnant, too young, sick, injured, elderly, under socialized or emotionally stressed to survive in the shelter environment, an opportunity for rehabilitation in a nurturing foster home.	If you are interested in helping the animals and becoming a Foster Parent Volunteer, either stop by the Quesnel & District SPCA to fill out a foster parent application or apply online. Visit the Volunteer Section of our main website for more information.
Fundraising	Fund raising organizer, support personnel, computer work, poster/flyer distribution, graphic design, tin can routes
Office Administration & Special Events	Assist our staff with computer work, filing, stuffing envelopes, and answering phones. We also need lots of help throughout the year with special events such as our annual Paws for a Cause Walk, car washes, open houses, craft sales, etc.	Variable, according to need

Volunteer Resources

Please download and read the following before committing to become a BC SPCA Volunteer.

BC SPCA Volunteer Orientation Manual (PDF format, 103 KB)

BC SPCA Volunteer Handbook (PDF format, 434 KB)

BC SPCA Code of Ethics (PDF format, 100 KB)

If you are interested in the volunteer dog walking program, please download and read the DogSense Branch Volunteer Program Manual:

DogSense Branch Volunteer Walking Program Manual (PDF format, 388 KB)

If you are interested in the volunteer cat wellness program, please download and read the Cat Wellness Branch Volunteer Program Manual:

Cat Wellness Branch Volunteer Program Manual (PDF format, 474 KB)

Community Council Committees

To assist the society in achieving its goals it is critical that Community Councils throughout the province are actively involved. While the BC SPCA's Board of Directors has overall responsibility for the governance and decision-making of the society, the Community Council's input to local, regional and society plans and programs is vital to our ongoing success. To learn more about community councils, visit our main governance section.