Welcome to our Volunteer Team, we are so happy to have you join!
Help us socialize our adoptable felines, by allowing them to stretch their legs and get some exercise and snuggles while enjoying time out of their kennel.
Help us groom our adoptable felines, so they feel their best when they meet their future families.
Help us socialize our adoptable dogs, by allowing them to stretch their legs and get some exercise and snuggles while enjoying time out of their kennel.
Help us groom our adoptable dogs, so they feel their best when they meet their future families.
Take a dog out to Little Red Park for a good walk and adventure, to give them a break from the shelter.
(Please note you will first have to complete 20+ hours of volunteer experience with dogs before you are eligible for this program)
Bring your favourite book and hand out with a shelter animal and enjoy some quiet time reading. Reading quietly or out loud, the choice is yours! Though hearing a soft soothing voice can be especially beneficial for fearful animals.
For children aged 7-12 to enjoy quiet time reading to the adoptable cats. This program will improve reading skills, help gain confidence in their reading ability, help children be able to maintain focus and awareness as well as improve their attitude toward school.
Help socialize fearful cats and kitten to become more adoptable.
(Please note you will first have to complete 20+ hours of volunteer experience with cats before you are eligible for this program)
Help us socialize our small adoptables, by letting them spend time hanging out on your lap while they enjoy a break from their cages.
Help us keep kennels clean and organized , so the dogs are comfortable while they await adoption.
Help us keep kennels clean and organized , so the cats are comfortable while they await adoption.
Help us do our daily laundry, dishes and general tidying of the shelter to ensure the animals have a comfortable and clean stay at the Shelter.
Help us transfer animals in a vehicle to either another humane society/rescue, or for a volunteer event/fundraiser
Take a shelter animals and visit a senior care home and retirement living residence within Prince Albert for the physical and mental well-being for both the animals and seniors and residents.
(Please note you will first have to complete 20+ hours of volunteer experience with dogs before you are eligible for this program)
Help us with adoption events and fundraisers and represent the Prince Albert SPCA in the community.
Help us with behind the scenes office work. Activities may include data entry, card writing, filing and other clerical duties.
Offer to purchase a specially needed item for the animals periodically throughout the year. We will reach out to you when we need a specific item.
Help us keep the shelter looking its best, to create a welcoming environment for everyone who visits.
You will be on our call list for help in the case of an emergency to assist us in a moment of urgent need. We will have meetings to discuss and go over emergency plans and to keep informed on how we will handle emergency situations.
(Must be 18+ years of age, have a valid driver's license and a means of transportation)
Within these programs you will focus on socializing the animals and giving them much needed break from their kennels. The emotional support they will receive through these programs will help their stay a bit more easy, as they wait to find their forever families.
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cat Grooming | 324 | 9/10/2024 | 12/31/2024 | |
| Cat Socializing | 420 | 9/10/2024 | 12/31/2024 | |
| Dog Grooming | 324 | 9/10/2024 | 12/31/2024 | |
| Dog Socialization/Walking | 864 | 9/10/2024 | 4/11/2027 | |
Within these programs you will help us with the behind the scenes tasks that are not necessarily hands on with the animals. Keeping the shelter tidy and clean is extremely important for us to provide the proper environment and sanitary conditions for the shelter animals.
| Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buildings/Ground Maintenance | 324 | 9/10/2024 | 12/31/2024 | |
| Kennel Support for Dogs & Cats | 324 | 9/10/2024 | 12/31/2024 | |
| Laundry Support | 324 | 9/10/2024 | 12/31/2024 | |
Values, Mission, Vision, and Goals
Our goal, at the Prince Albert SPCA, is to create IMPACT in our area of expertise; that is promoting and preserving the well-being of animals, and building strong relationships with the community and our members. We do this, through our Core Values.
Integrity: This is the cornerstone of every action we take. Our word is our bond. We strive to demonstrate a consistency of character that is transparent, genuine, trustworthy and respectful. M Mentorship: The quality of our people is the key to our success. Through mentorship of our staff, our volunteers, and our board members, we pass on our institutional knowledge, develop our talent pool and create a sustainable and learning enterprise.
Passion: We are passionate about the cause of animal welfare. We are committed to going above and beyond what is expected of us, in the aim of animal welfare. We are, decisive, innovative and results-driven, and we endeavor to be thoughtful and thorough in everything we do. A Accountability: We are all accountable to each other, our members and to our community. Individual accountability is critical to achieving the overall goals and objectives of the company.
Courage: We live in a constantly changing world. What was good enough yesterday will not be enough tomorrow. We embrace change and we have the courage to take calculated risks to exceed our business objectives. T Teamwork: We as a board, and as an organization, believe fully that together we succeed, apart we fail. We believe that our collaborative culture provides a competitive advantage. We communicate openly with each other in a respectful manner, and value diversity in perspectives and opinions
