March 3, 2026This spring caring people across B.C. have the chance to win big, while helping vulnerable animals. The BC SPCA Lottery for animals in need is back March 3 with 30 daily cash prizes, plus its biggest spring 50/50 yet – up to $1,100,000! Last spring’s big 50/50 winner, animal lover Shannon W. from Ladysmith, took home an incredible $500,000 cash prize. “This money is life changing,” says Shannon. “I can travel, …
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News Category: Ways to help
March 3, 2026World Wildlife Day is a day to celebrate the incredible wildlife that we have here in B.C. and beyond, to reflect about the importance of coexisting with our wild neighbours, and to learn more about how to protect the many vulnerable species that are admitted for care at Wild ARC. In 2026, the theme for World Wildlife Day is “Medicinal …
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News Category: Wildlife
February 27, 2026The BC SPCA generally doesn’t recommend feeding wildlife – but what about bird feeders? Backyard bird feeding is the most widespread and popular form of human-wildlife interaction worldwide – but did you know that bird feeders are a common place for birds to get sick? Wild ARC commonly admits birds suffering from conjunctivitis – an …
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News Category: Wildlife
February 26, 2026In recognition of World Spay Day on February 24, the BC SPCA joined animal welfare organizations worldwide in the effort to increase access to spay and neuter services for vulnerable animals to reduce pet overpopulation and improve the health of animals across the province. “Not only does spaying or neutering your pet help prevent accidental litters and reduce the number of unwanted animals in our community, but it can also have some pretty …
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News Category: Outreach
