9 August also commemorates the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
9 August also commemorates the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. It is celebrated around the world and marks the date of the inaugural session of the Working Group on Indigenous Populations at the United Nations in 1982. (Info via the UN)...
Today is “National Peacekeepers’ Day”
Saturday, August 9 Today is “National Peacekeepers’ Day National Peacekeepers’ Day was established in Canada in 2008. It provides an opportunity for Canadians to express the pride and respect they have toward personnel of the Canadian Armed Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and provincial and municipal police forces, as well as Canadian diplomats and...
In August, we get to celebrate two of our favourite days…
Cat day is on a caturday! Via the NS SPCA “Pet lovers, it’s time to mark your calendars! ☑️ In August, we get to celebrate two of our favourite days… ???? National Cat Day on August 8 and ???? National Dog Day on August 26! Be sure to give your furry friends an extra snuggle...
Premier Stephen McNeil is stepping down.
**** Via Premier Stephen McNeil PREMIER’S OFFICE–Premier’s Statement on Leaving Office —————————————————————– NOTE: The following is a statement from Premier Stephen McNeil. ——————————————————————– Yesterday, I celebrated my 17th year in elected office. These past seven years, as your premier, have been the most rewarding of my professional career. It has been a privilege and an...
Have you been waiting to get your pet fixed? Are you on a reduced or fixed income? We can help!
**** NS SPCA Release “*SPACE AVAILABLE for cat neuters* Have you been waiting to get your pet fixed? Are you on a reduced or fixed income? We can help! ???? You can apply for a subsidized neuter for your male cat at our SPCA Animal Hospital. ????⚕️ Having your pet fixed has many health and...
Bide Awhile: Adoptables: Lilly and Myla
**** Via Bide Awhile ADOPTABLE LILLY Female Approx. 3-years-old Short-haired Brown and white tabby If you have any questions or want to book an appointment, please call the shelter at 902-469-9578.. . ADOPTABLE MYLA Female Approx. 8-years-old Long-haired White cat If you have any questions or want to book an appointment, please call the shelter...
NS SPCA Weekly highlight- Pete
**** NS SPCA Weekly highlight- Pete These pictures do not do this cat justice! Check out Pete! At 9 years old he was found wandering the streets in Yarmouth. Despite this difficult start in life Pete has shown us nothing but love and sweetness. His teeth were in poor condition, but thanks to some much...
Bide Awhile: Little miss Nicole is still waiting for her forever home
**** Bide Awhile Release Little miss Nicole is still waiting for her forever home ???? If you are looking for a gal that LOVES to cuddle and be brushed, look no further. Nicole is an eight-year-old sweetheart, without a tail, but has lots of love to give. She is shy at first, but once she...
On behalf of Bilbo, we want to thank all the generous animal-lovers who have donated to help cover the cost of his care on his journey to recovery
**** NS SPCA Release Sometimes a smile says it all ???? On behalf of Bilbo, we want to thank all the generous animal-lovers who have donated to help cover the cost of his care on his journey to recovery. ???? Bilbo has felt your love and support from all throughout Canada! Bilbo is receiving around-the-clock...
NS SPCA Weekly Highlight – Betsy
**** NS SPCA Release Betsy is such a sweet girl! She came into our care through no fault of her own and finds the shelter life a bit stressful so is looking to find a quiet place to call home. She has some issues with her hind end (typical with this breed), but her mobility...