The BC SPCA is seeking public input about animal issues facing B.C. as it begins a strategic planning process to guide its programs and services from 2014 to 2018.
A online public survey went live on last week, at spca.bc.ca/survey
The animal welfare organization provides services for abused, injured, neglected and homeless animals throughout the province, including cruelty investigations, emergency rescue, sheltering and adoption of homeless animals, humane education programs for youth, wildlife rehabilitation, advocacy, improving standards of care for farm animals and spay/neuter programs to reduce pet overpopulation.
“We were able to accomplish incredible steps forward for animals in our province during the last five-year strategic plan and we’re very excited about building on this success,” chief executive officer Craig Daniell said in a statement. “As we move forward, it is very important that we hear from our supporters, our staff and volunteers, community leaders, veterinarians and members of the public about their priorities for animals in our province.”
Daniell noted that the overwhelming number of animal issues in B.C. creates a challenge for the donor-supported organization as it decides how best to use its resources to create more humane communities.
“We are incredibly fortunate to have such generous and compassionate supporters, but as a charity that relies on community support, we always have to evaluate and assess how we can use our limited resources most effectively for the animals. Feedback from the public is an important part of our decision-making.”
The online survey is available through May 31.
