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Local news BC SPCA seeks public input to help set priorities for new five-year plan June 3, 2013 The BC SPCA is seeking public input about pressing animal issues facing B.C. communities as it begins a strategic planning process to guide its programs and services from 2014 to 2018. Crossroads rescue for a lucky Red Crossbill May 14, 2013 A Red Crossbill rescued near a roadside on Mar. 30 by a dedicated passerby, was released following a month in care. The "crossed" bill did not a result from the trauma of being hit by a car, but it is the signature look of this seed-eating finch. PELICAN UPDATE - Rare appearance of pelicans in Victoria is attracting the wrong kind of attention April 18, 2013 Several pelicans that spent the winter at Wild ARC have now landed in California. Spring arrives early as Wild ARC prepares for its annual Open House March 18, 2013 Mild winter temperatures can send mixed signals to wildlife and the first baby of the year has arrived a month early at Wild ARC, as the facility still prepares for its annual open house April 6 & 7. The 9th Annual Wild ARC Open House March 4, 2013 Don't miss this amazing annual event held only once a year! The 9th Annual Wild ARC Open House will take place April 6 and April 7 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. There is no cost to participate in the tour but you must RSVP. For more local news, visit the BC SPCA Wild ARC news page.

In other news June 3, 2013 BC SPCA seeks public input to help set priorities for new five-year plan May 14, 2013 Crossroads rescue for a lucky Red Crossbill April 18, 2013 PELICAN UPDATE - Rare appearance of pelicans in Victoria is attracting the wrong kind of attention March 18, 2013 Spring arrives early as Wild ARC prepares for its annual Open House March 4, 2013 The 9th Annual Wild ARC Open House February 25, 2013 A great day for a Lesser Scaup February 19, 2013 2013 Volunteer Orientation Session Dates Announced January 30, 2013 Summer job opportunities for students January 21, 2013 Otters come home for release and monitoring January 7, 2013 17,803 volunteer hours donated in 2012!   For more, visit the BC SPCA news page on our main website.