Podcast: How veterinary social work helps people and pets
All episodes “Veterinary social work is about walking alongside guardians through some of the most stressful and emotional times in their lives.” In this episode of The Informed Animal Ally, we explore the growing field of veterinary social work — where human services and animal welfare meet. Dawn Campbell, a veterinary social worker with the Vancouver Humane Society, shares how supporting people through their bond with their pets can lead to more compassionate, inclusive systems of care. Together, we discuss how this approach helps ensure no one has to choose between their own wellbeing and their animal’s. Note: This…
UPDATE: UBCM Executive to vote on mobile live animal programs & exotic pet regulations
In September, the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM), which represents local governments across B.C., held…
Tell Vancouver City Council: keep horse-drawn carriages off busy city streets
Vancouver bylaws allow horse-drawn carriages to operate on busy city streets, putting horses and the public…
Because They Matter: Sarah and Coco’s story
Sarah and her cherished cat, Coco, were among the many families who attended this summer’s…
The VHS continues to speak out against inhumane rodeo events
This summer, the VHS planned a billboard and radio ad campaign in Calgary to raise…
Driving change for animals used in entertainment and the exotic pet trade
Thanks to your support, the VHS has been speaking up for some of B.C.’s most…
Helping students choose kinder food: PlantUniversity gets a fresh focus
Young people are shaping tomorrow’s food choices. Thanks to supporters like you, the VHS is…
Podcast: Bridging the gap between animal and human services
All episodes Animal services and human services are two sides of the same coin. Providing…
Take action for animals at Marineland!
Humane Canada, of which the VHS is a member organization, needs our help to speak…
Donations needed for the VHS Silent Auction!
The VHS Silent Auction runs from October 16 – 26, 2025. Calling all animal lovers…
Find unique gifts & help animals at VHS’s online auction
UPDATE: Help us reach out $12,000 goal for animals! With just 12 hours left to…
Proposal to regulate mobile petting zoos in B.C. cites ‘distress’ for animals
Port Moody Councillor Kyla Knowles introduced a resolution at the UBCM calling for regulations on…
VHS statement on Universal Ostrich Farm in Edgewood, B.C.
We hear and appreciate the concern many animal supporters have shared about the situation at…
Vancouver park board staff considers removing horse carriages from Stanley Park
A recent report from Vancouver park board staff includes a consideration for removing “animal-powered transportation”…
Support a ban on exotic cats & stronger exotic pet rules in B.C.
Photo: Jo-Anne McArthur / Born Free Foundation / We Animals UpdateThis action has ended. Thank…
Tell your local leaders: Support stronger exotic pet & mobile animal program rules
UpdateThis action has ended. Thank you to everyone who sent a message to their local…
Coombs rodeo event results in cruelty complaint for second year in a row
The VHS has once again filed a cruelty complaint with the BC SPCA after new…
Petition: End horse racing at Vancouver’s Hastings Racecourse
The City of Surrey recently announced the permanent closure of the Fraser Downs horse racetrack,…
VHS welcomes end to horse racing at Fraser Downs, calls for changes in Vancouver
Screenshot: Incident on October 19, 2023 from ElementsCasinoSurrey.com Last week, Surrey’s Fraser Downs Racetrack announced…
Podcast: How are laws made in Canada?
All episodes How do bills become law in Canada? Have you ever seen an action…
End fur farming in Canada (Federal e-petition)
Photo: We Animals UpdateThis petition is now closed. Thank you to everyone who signed and…
Join our team: Campaign Manager – Advocate for animals & social change (2-year full-time contract)
Are you a passionate changemaker with a talent for advocacy and a heart for animals?…
Another deadly Calgary Stampede comes to close; the calls for change continue
Rider, a horse who suffered a serious leg injury during the chuckwagon races, was euthanized;…
Horse killed in Calgary Stampede Chuckwagon race
During a Calgary Stampede chuckwagon race on Saturday July 12, a horse named Rider suffered…
As the 2025 Calgary Stampede begins, calls to end rodeo & chuckwagons grow
The 2025 Calgary Stampede will be held from July 4-13. With it comes the controversial…
VHS responds to Calgary Stampede’s new animal care statements
Screenshot: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh via CTV News With the 2025 Calgary Stampede almost a…
Include animals in emergency planning (Federal e-petition)
UpdateThis action has ended. Thank you to everyone who signed the petition and spoke up…
New data highlights need for veterinary support
New polling highlights the impact that the cost of living crisis has on companion animals…
New report calls for end to horse racing at Vancouver track
A new VHS report is urging Vancouver city council to end horse racing at Vancouver’s…
Double your impact to help pets come home safe
“What you have done for me is a true miracle. No words I can say…
VHS speaks out on preventable horse death, submits report calling to end racing at Hastings
Screenshot: Hastings Racecourse On Wednesday, June 11, the Vancouver Humane Society learned of the tragic…