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• September 26, 2025

  Meet Julie, the new manager of the Ontario SPCA Orangeville & District Animal Centre

  We’re so excited to officially welcome Julie Woods as the new manager of the Ontario SPCA Orangeville & District Animal Centre!  Julie steps into the role following Dawn Lyons, who managed the Orangeville & District Animal Centre for five years before moving into her new role as Provincial Operations Manager of Clinical Services with the […]

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• August 28, 2025

  The Ontario SPCA Orangeville & District Animal Centre welcomes new manager 

  IMMEDIATE RELEASE Orangeville, ON (Aug. 28, 2025) – The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society would like to officially welcome Julie Woods as the new manager of the Ontario SPCA Orangeville & District Animal Centre. Woods brings with her a life-long love of animals, and over 20 years of customer service and leadership experience. She has […]

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• June 20, 2025

  Keep animals cool this summer by taking the Ontario SPCA’s No Hot Pets Pledge!

  IMMEDIATE RELEASE Stouffville, ON (June 20, 2025) – Summer fun is heating up, but let’s make sure our furry friends stay cool! The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is kicking off its annual No Hot Pets campaign and inviting you to be an advocate for animals by taking the No Hot Pets pledge at nohotpets.ca. By taking the pledge at nohotpets.ca, […]

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• May 30, 2025

  Four reasons why rabbits make great companions

  Thinking of adopting a furry family member? Consider a rabbit! Not only are rabbits fluffy and adorable, but they also make great friends. Here are four reasons rabbits make great companions:   Rabbits make great indoor furry friends   Don’t have a big backyard? No problem. As social animals who are also vulnerable to predators, rabbits are […]

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• May 23, 2025

  Helpful hints for bringing your new dog home!

  Bringing home a new puppy or dog is an exciting time for everyone! Whether you’ve had a dog before or are new to the experience, it’s always a good idea to be prepared for the new arrival well in advance. Starting this new adventure may require having a little extra patience, but it will help […]

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• April 23, 2025

  Ontario SPCA Receives $180,000 Companions for Change Sponsorship from Pet Valu to Help Cats and Kittens Feel at Home

  IMMEDIATE RELEASE STOUFFVILLE, Ont. (April 23, 2025) – It’s kitten season and as Ontario SPCA and Humane Society staff and volunteers work tirelessly caring for litters of orphaned kittens, pregnant cats and feline families, Pet Valu has provided a $180,000* Companions for Change sponsorship to support the felines in the Ontario SPCA’s care. The sponsorship […]

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• March 3, 2025

  Expanded Ontario SPCA donation helps pets and their people stay warm this winter

  IMMEDIATE RELEASE Midhurst/March 3, 2025 – The County of Simcoe and its partners at the Town of Wasaga Beach and Faith Missionary Church thank the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society for once again providing help so that vulnerable residents and their pets can stay warm this winter. Through a generous donation from the Ontario SPCA Barrie […]

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• February 14, 2025

  Ontario SPCA Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry Animal Centre welcomes new manager

  Candice Gordon is a familiar face at the Ontario SPCA Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry Animal Centre, having joined the team two years ago as a Registered Veterinary Technician. Following the retirement of former centre manager, Carol Link, after 27 years with the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society, we are excited to announce that Candice has […]

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• January 30, 2025

  Ontario SPCA Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry Animal Centre welcomes new manager

  IMMEDIATE RELEASE Cornwall, ON (Jan. 30, 2025) – The Ontario SPCA Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry Animal Centre would like to officially welcome Candice Gordon as the new manager of the Ontario SPCA Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry Animal Centre in Cornwall. Candice takes the reins from long-time manager Carol Link, who was with the Ontario SPCA […]

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• January 27, 2025

  Ontario SPCA partnership ensures pets and their people stay warm this winter

  IMMEDIATE RELEASE Midhurst/January 27, 2025 – The County of Simcoe and the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society have partnered to protect both unhoused people and their pets from harsh winter conditions. Through a generous donation from the Ontario SPCA Barrie Animal Centre, individuals experiencing homelessness can now bring their pets to the Barrie East warming […]

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• January 14, 2025

  The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society urges caution near waterways to keep pets safe

  IMMEDIATE RELEASE Stouffville, ON (Jan. 14, 2025) – The Ontario SPCA and Humane Society is reminding the public to take extra precautions to keep pets safe around lakes and rivers, which may not be safe. To help ensure a safe winter for everyone, stay vigilant around bodies of water and keep these five tips in […]

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• December 6, 2024

  Bringing a cat home for the holidays

  The holiday season is a magical time to open your heart—and home—to a new furry family member. If you are planning to spend the holidays at home, it’s the perfect opportunity to help a newly adopted cat adjust to their surroundings. Here are some tips to make your home welcoming and safe for your new […]

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