According to the Alberta SPCA, the cost of caring for animals alone has reached $1 million so far in 2024 and that doesn't include expenses like administration, utilities or fuel.
The cost to care for animal with the Alberta SPCA has reached a troubling milestone in 2024. From the number of animals in their care to the length of time they're staying -—the welfare organization is dealing with unprecedented stress on the system. Nicole Stillger explains.
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“We’re going to be talking a lot this year about changes to the Animal Protection Act — that’s the legislation our officers enforce,” she explained.
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