Tag: Animals

Drivers encouraged to be alert for animals on highways

Community Hussam Elghussein -
As more animals pop up on roads this time of year, Island and Coast drivers are asked to be...

‘It’s so incredibly moving’: BC SPCA raising money for animals in need

Uncategorized Justin Waddell -
After returning to in-person last year, the BC SPCA is running its Lock-In for Love fundraising campaign this year. According...

Nanaimo man looking to sell his goats

News Justin Goulet -
NANAIMO, B.C. - A couple of goats on Vancouver Island are looking for a new home. Nanaimo's Ken Scoretz is...

Island marmots to be released this week

News Justin Goulet -
Captive-bred Vancouver Island Marmots are being released this week. Adam Taylor with the Marmot Recovery Foundation says five of...

Vancouver Island marmots coming out of hibernation

News Elizabeth Young -
The Vancouver Island Marmot Recovery Foundation says things are looking positive so far this year. The foundation is keeping an...

Boaters reminded to give marine mammals lots of space

News Elizabeth Young -
DFO's Regional Marine Mammal Coordinator is asking people to make sure you give marine mammals a wide berth. A video...

Wildlife Federation raising concern about animal populations

News Justin Goulet -
The BC Wildlife Federation is concerned about the future of fish and wildlife population across the province. Spokesperson Jesse Zeman...

New legislation introduced to strengthen animal welfare protection

News Justin Goulet -
The BC SPCA is welcoming new legislation, aimed at cracking down on irresponsible breeders of dogs and cats. The...

Provincial funding for the SPCA

News Justin Goulet -
The SPCA is getting help from the province for their four legged friends. The province is giving $5-million to...

Hydro hosting workshop on Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program

News Justin Goulet -
BC Hydro is holding a workshop Wednesday to gather feedback on priorities for its Fish and Wildlife Compensation Program. Program...

Multiple birds from Parrot Refuge find homes

News Justin Goulet -
About half the birds from the now closed World Parrot Refuge in Coombs have found homes. Jan Robson, with the...

Helping out with Kitty Cat P.A.L.S

News Justin Goulet -
A local charity needs your help. Kitty Cat P.A.L.S works to assist and rescue feral and abandoned cats in...

Tail docking banned in BC

News Justin Goulet -
The College of Veterinarians of British Columbia have banned the practice of cosmetic tail docking on dogs, horses and...

Avoiding conflicts with bears

News Justin Goulet -
The BC Conservation Officer Service is asking people to make sure fruit trees are picked promptly. Deputy Chief Chris...

Campbell River man charged with animal cruelty

News Justin Goulet -
A Campbell River man has been charged with animal cruelty, accused of beating his dog and causing serious facial...

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