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ANNUAL REPORT 2012/13

Annual Report 2012/2013 1

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

I would like to welcome you all to the NWT SPCA Annual General Meeting for the fiscal year April 1,

2012 to March 31, 2013.

Being a part of this non-profit volunteer organization is an extraordinary experience and my third year

in the role of President has been no different. The Board has accomplished a lot this year and has

moved the organization forward. Looking back over the past year I am proud of the accomplishments

of this Board. There are a number of very important highlights that I wish to mention.

The doors opened at our Shelter in October 2012, exactly one year after breaking ground. Within days

we were nearly full; proving that the shelter has been a necessity for a long time. The planned facility

capacity is 30 dog kennels and 10 cat condos however we just had enough funds to build half of the

kennels. We did finish the cat room according to plan.

From October 2012 to March 31, 2013 we have had just over 200 dogs and 20 cats come through our

doors. In addition to opening the shelter we were able to find enough money to secure an kennel

attendant/manager for the facility. Without this employee we would not be able to run the shelter. Until

we can hire an additional employee the shelter will remain as is, at half capacity.

Another important aspect of this year was continuing our relationship with other rescue organizations

within NWT and Nunavut as well as Alberta and BC. With the initial NWT Dog Rescue organization in

Alberta, we have forged a chain link of like-minded organizations rescuing as many dogs as we can by

working together. It continues to be successful. Animal Rescue Team Society (ARTS), Hay River

SPCA, Beaufort Delta Regional SPCA (Inuvik), Arctic Paws (Inuvik), Diamonds in the Ruff (Cambridge

Bay), PAWsitive Match (AB), HEART (B.C.) , Global Animals League Society (GALS), Coquitlam

Animal Shelter (B.C), and Vancouver Canine Services (B.C.), Brooks Animal Protection Society (AB),

Cleo’s Karma (AB), Bandaged Paws, Yellowknife Veterinary Clinic and GSAH. All of these

organizations and more have played their part in saving over 400 dogs this year from the

NWT/Nunavut.

First Air continues to be our wonderful corporate sponsor and has been responsible for transferring

many dogs south as well as donating several tickets for our fundraisers. I would also like to

acknowledge Buffalo Air and Air Tindi for their contribution in flying many dogs out of the communities

to Yellowknife at no charge to us. These airlines have also flown many 1000’s of pounds of food into

the communities to help feed starving dogs. The RCMP has played an important role by getting dogs

and puppies out of bad situations and into Yellowknife where we can help them.

Our foster program has continued but not in the same capacity as last year. This is something we are

looking to change for the coming year. We have a puppy foster program starting in the near future to

ensure the safety and health of incoming puppies.


Throughout 2012/13 fiscal year, we boosted our fundraising initiatives; we had our fourth Annual Dog

Ball at the Top Knight which was a success. We continued on with our regular annual Dog Jog and

the Commerce Spring Trade Show as well which is always a chance for us to connect with the public

in a positive way and raise funds! Our organization also partnered with the NWT Riders Association

for the Midnight Sun Motorcycle Run on June 21, 2012, having a big BBQ and raising in total

$1400.00. And this year we added a Valentines Gala and raised a total of $15,000. We plan to

continue this event next year!

Another new event started in 2012 was the Petersen and Auger Golf Tourney. We raised over

$7000.00. The two day event was the first of what will now be an annual affair for us thanks to

Peterson and Auger. This has been a fantastic addition to our annual events.

We are so very thankful for all of our volunteers and the part they play in keeping this organization

going. There is much that goes on behind the scenes that few people realize that make it possible for

the NWT SPCA to continue on. When our shelter started up in the fall we were forced to spend many

hours at the facility caring for the animals we brought in. It continues to be a big learning curve and we

have been faced with the fact that we require many more committed volunteers to keep the shelter

going and to grow our programs.

I hope everyone has a look at this Annual Report and are as proud as I am of our accomplishments

and our programs. It has been a challenging year. But we have an exciting future with new

challenges and accomplishments ahead. Looking forward into 2013 our number one goal is to start-up

a spay/ neuter mobile clinic to bring into the communities which will provide much needed vet

services. Education will go hand in hand with this initiative.

Saving animals lives is what we are mandated to do as an organization. Our hearts and those of our

valued volunteers will not allow us to do otherwise.

Thank you so much.

Nicole Spencer

President- NWT SPCA


A. NWT SPCA BACKGROUND AND HISTORY

The NWT SPCA is a non-profit, charitable, and volunteer-ran organization dedicated to improving the

quality of life for all pets. We do this through public education and awareness, relationship building in

communities and partnering organizations outside of the NWT, lobbying government for stronger

animal protection legislation, offering various programs and services to the residents in the NWT,

embarking on animal rescue and protection initiatives, and running programs to support adoptions and

fostering of abandoned, stray, and neglected animals.

This year with the opening of our animal shelter in October, we hired one kennel manager who works

Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm. All other hours are covered by our Board members and

volunteers. It is a tremendous amount of work. Our employee is paid through donations and funds

raised by events. We do not receive any funding from government.

We operate our shelter financially through donations, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising

initiatives. We advertise animals in need of homes through our website, our Facebook page, and the

local media and we work diligently to relay messages to the public about the importance of spaying

and neutering, considering adoption, and responsible pet ownership. Our objectives are:

To promote awareness of, and concern for, the humane treatment of domestic animals;

To discourage abusive practices leading to domestic animal suffering;

To encourage responsible care and treatment of domestic animals;

To encourage and support law enforcement of current and future laws enacted for the protection of

domestic animals;

To encourage and promote the adoptions of abandoned and stray animals from animal shelters,

SPCAs, rescue organizations, and Humane Societies;

To assist other animal shelters and communities in the NWT who want to improve the quality of life

for domestic animals in their own communities.

In the Appendices you will find many of our forms and applications, financial information and

promotional material from 2012/13.


B. NWT SPCA BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2012/13

PRESIDENT Nicole Spencer

VICE PRESIDENT Rod Brown/Dana Martin

TREASURER Cailey Kirkham/Lisa Williams

SECRETARY Kelsey Glandon/ Kim Poitras

DIRECTOR Tiarella Hanna/ Randy Hilworth

DIRECTOR Jennifer Teed/ Deb Remnant

DIRECTOR Karen Kuronen

DIRECTOR Michelle Reese


C. NWT SPCA CORPORATE SPONSORS 2010/11

D. PROGRAM REPORTS

The NWT SPCA does a tremendous amount of work with the limited resources that we have. The

following sections detail the progress and success of programs and services that we offered

throughout the 2012/13 fiscal year.

D.1 Shelter Planning and Completion

In July 2011 we signed a purchase land agreement with the city for $204.000 to be paid off over 15

years. We put a down payment of $32,000 and now have 13 years left on our land mortgage. In June

2011 we signed with Clark Builders as contractor for the shelter construction. In October 2011 we

broke ground on our new lot in Engle Business District and one year later we opened our doors. We

owe nothing on our facility. What we have we own outright. We did however have many businesses

donate various materials for the shelter; from rubber base-boards and paint to fencing, cement and


gravel/crush, it was all incredibly generous. We would like to thank Elite Flooring, Aurora Paints,

Kasteel Construction, Proform and Capital Concrete for these particular materials mentioned above.

Our shelter in Engle Business District winter 2012/13

D.2 Northern Dog Rescue Program

In 2010/11 NWT SPCA increased significantly our animal rescue initiative in the North. It has

increased every year since. This year was no different and in fact we increased the numbers of

rescues considerably. Our success in this initiative is totally due to the strong partnerships and great

relationships with some outstanding rescue organizations, kennels, Humane Societies, and shelters in

the Northwest Territories, Alberta, and British Columbia, including:

Great Slave Animal Hospital, Yellowknife, NT

Hay River SPCA, Hay River, NT

Canadog Boarding Kennels, Yellowknife, NT

Qimmiq Kennels, Yellowknife, NT

Coquitlam Animal Rescue, BC

Global Animal League Society, BC

Brooks Animal Protection Society, AB

Cleo’s Karma, AB

NWT Dog Rescue Group, Calgary, AB

Pawsitive Match Fostering Organization, Calgary, AB

A Better Life Dog Rescue, Vancouver, BC

Husky Emergency Adoption, Rescue, and Transport (H.E.A.R.T)

ARTS, AB BC

AARCS, AB

Bandaged Paws

Island Dog Rescue


With the support of these organizations, and through the generosity of our corporate sponsor First Air

(who donates an annual amount of free shipments, and discounts all shipments after the allotment has

been used), West Jet and some Northern airlines including Buffalo Airways and Air Tindi Ltd. and

Aklak Air, we have also been able to actively help save the lives of many abandoned and neglected

animals in the communities.

Depending on the originating location of the rescue initiative, the logistics of carrying out rescues can

be very challenging and time consuming. Volunteers are crucial to assisting us in organizing

transportation. They can be escorts to help animals get to their destinations, communicate with

partnering organizations, assist with lay-overs or provide foster homes for animals that need

temporary care, or conduct follow-ups with partnering organizations welcoming the animals in.

D.3 Adoption and Foster Programs

Our Foster and Adoption forms can be found in Appendices. We started our foster and adoption

program has been growing and improving since its beginning in October 2010. Since the doors

opened at the shelter the foster program has lessened but we are planning a new puppy foster

program in the coming year. We have increased our adoptions considerably due to opening the

shelter.

D.4 . Northern Community Pet Food & Supplies Program

We continue to foster our relationship with Yellowknife-based Food Rescue NWT. Borealis Pet

Supplies and Artistic Hound also donate food and supplies to us throughout the year. There were

countless bags and cans of cat and dog food donated to us. In addition to the shelters and pounds we

get food and pet supplies such as collars and leashes to communities in desperate need of these

items. We have shipped food and supplies to shelters in Inuvik, Hay River, and Fort Smith, and the

communities of Ft. Simpson, Gameti, Wekweeti, Whati and Lutselke. We have also used this

donated food and supplies to provide for our Foster Program families, and

have donated food to the Salvation Army. The NWT SPCA will continue to

send food, tie-outs, collars and leashes and food to the residents of the

communities. With the help of bylaw, SAO’s and RCMP we are making a

difference for the communities pets and the people.We have send 1000’s of

pounds of food to several communities in the NWT.

D.5 Spay & Neuter Loan

Administration of this program lies with the Treasurer. Please see Appendices for copies of our Loan

Application Forms. Our intention is to increase the number of dogs and cats being sterilized even to

those who cannot afford the expense. An interest free loan can be paid back over 1 year with monthly

payments to our organization.


During the 2012/2013 fiscal year, we paid out $ 660.00 loan applications. It is about 40% less than last

year.

D.6 SPAY AND NEUTER COMMUNITY SPAY/NEUTER PROGRAM

We began a program in partnership with both the Great Slave Animal Hospital and Yellowknife

Veterinary Clinic to help people in the communities spay and neuter their dogs. We are given a great

price from the vets and we supplement what the owners cannot pay. There have been several people

who have taken advantage of this program. We hope more will do so in the future.

D.7 Memberships

We promote membership at all of our events, and require all volunteers to have active member

standing when participating in volunteer activities for us for insurance and liability purposes. In the

next fiscal year we hope to increase our membership base through stronger promotion at events, and

through other media such as our website, our Facebook page, and print/radio advertisements. Please

see Appendices for a copy of our Membership Form.

D.8 Education Bursary

In 2004, the Board of Directors created an Education Bursary Program, wherein the NWT SPCA funds

one $500 scholarship annually to recognize an individual who contributes both in their academic and

extracurricular activities, to the betterment of animals. To be chosen for this bursary, applicants must

meet all eligibility requirements. This year we gave two scholarships.

D.9 Hill’s Science Diet Food Contract

This year we secured a contract after our shelter opened to receive Free Hills Science Diet Food for

our cats and dogs. We just have to pay shipping costs. On average we receive about 450 pounds of

pet food a month. We appreciate the opportunity to work with Hills Pet Food Company and to promote

the company on our website and to our adopters.

D.10 Bottle Recycling Program

This is the second year for this program. The Bottle Depot has an account for the NWT SPCA. People

are encouraged to drop off their bottles and the Bottle Depot will add it to our tally. Every month we

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pick up a cheque from the donations. In 2012/13 we have totalled approximately $8000.00 from this

program.

D.11 Medical

Having the animal shelter in operation has increases out intake of animals considerably. Because of

this fact, our medical costs have increased substantially. This year our medical costs were $27,

301.00. We receive a considerable discount from Great Slave Animal Hospital and have an

agreement with Yellowknife Veterinary Clinic that includes one free spay/neuter and significant

discounts on vaccinations and other medical services.

Unfortunately we have had many cases of Parvo Virus this year. This is an expensive treatment even

with the discounts. On a positive note, we have saved the lives of many animals that would otherwise

have died. We are very fortunate to have two vet clinics that are so generous to our organization.

E. COMMUNICATIONS AND PROMOTION

E.1 Internet

Our website www.nwtspca.com is a good resource for pet-owners, potential adoptive or foster

families/individuals (link to the Petfinder.com website), or individuals who want to become involved in

our organization and learn more about what we do and who we are. Throughout the year we have

changed website host providers, did a website overhaul, and our Communications Committee

continue to grow and improve our website. We have added a few new tabs to our website that we feel

is important and helpful; Happy Tails, Shelter/Foster Blog, and Wish List for Shelter.

Facebook continues to be the ultimate social networking site operating today; in December of 2009 we

launched our new Facebook page to educate, advertise, and inform members and fans about our

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organization and efforts, and allow open forum discussions about related topics of interest to our

cause. To date, we have 2000 fans on our page. Facebook has improved our relationship with our

fans and volunteers and is great source for every day communication with likeminded people in the

city.

E.2 Radio and Print

Local radio stations such as CJCD, CBC, and CKLB, and print media such as the Yellowknifer, News

North, and Coffee Break, have proven to be effective communication tools for education and

awareness, news interviews, event promotion, and lost and found initiatives.

Every Wednesday we have an ad in the newspaper. It is sponsored by Qimmiq Kennel one week and

Discovery Mining the next week. We are free to put whatever we wish in this space. Usually it is

promoting our animals for adoption. However at times we put ads in promote an event or our

programs. This is an important advertising tool for us.

On CJCD we continue to sponsor the Pet Detective program to announce lost and found animals

CJCD twice a week. And as a charity the station will promote any event, message or program for us

as a Public Service Announcement.

Coffee Break News promotes our animals for free as well. We appreciate this very much.

E.3 Calendars

In October of 1999, the idea to start developing and producing a calendar for the NWT SPCA was

born. Over the years the calendar has gained in popularity and continues to be one of our biggest

fundraising money-makers of the year; getting a lot of press when it is released in November. People

from all over the NWT, and Canada for that matter, send in their photos with the hopes that their pet

will be chosen to be a ‘Pet of the Month’. This year we decided to auction 6 of our “Pet of the Month”

spots at our Annual Dog Ball. This was very successful. We also received over $2000 for the cover

spot.

The Calendar production is a time consuming project for our Communications Committee, however it

is highly anticipated by many of our supporters. For the 2012 calendar, we made over $7000.00. We

have to thank Janet Pacey and Signed for putting together this year’s calendar. They did a great job.

Also we have to thank the many businesses who bought ads in the calendar. This year the ads

covered the cost of printing the product so every sale was money in the bank.


E.4 Merchandising

The NWT SPCA has in stock a small inventory of promotional merchandise including adult and

children t-shirts, hoodies, stainless steel mugs, blinkers, reflective leashes, pencils, ball caps, catnip

toys, key-chains, pins, cookbooks, and magnets. We sell our merchandise at events and also give

away items for prizes and promotion of our organization. We have not ordered new merchandise this

year due to the shelter costs. This will change in the coming year.

F. EDUCATION/AWARENESS

Whenever possible, and through whatever means possible, we seek to provide education and

awareness to the public, schools, Territorial Government, and Community Governments. Some means

in which we educate are through:

Website www.nwtspca.com

Facebook page and ads

Newspaper ads

Radio ads

Group presentations

Emails to our volunteer and member list

Monthly public board meetings

Posters

Media interviews (television, print, radio)

Events

G. EVENTS AND FUNDRAISING

Throughout the year we plan, organize, and participate in numerous awareness and fundraising

events to maintain our presence in the community, increase awareness about what we do, and raise

funds to continue to operate and run our programs. This year we participated in the following events

and reached various milestones:

April 2012

Pennies for Pets started - Sutherlands, Borealis Pet Supplies, The Source and City Cab

May 2012

Participated in the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce Sprint Trade Show

Participated in the Parker Park Clean sponsored by GNWT.

Pennies for Pets - CJCD promotion June 2012

Held the 2012 AGM.

Tourism Golf Tournament

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Peterson and Auger 2 day Golf Tourney.

NWT SPCA Midnight Sun Run BBQ

Wedding Bar Tending

July 2012

GNWT BBQ at Parker Park

Started a Sunday Dog Walking Program around Frame Lake sponsored by Sutherlands Drugstore August 2012

Held our annual Dog Wash -Old Town Ramble and Ride festivities

Fourth Annual Dog Ball at the Top Knight featuring local musician performances and a silent auction with locally donated items

September 2012

Held the Annual Dog Jog

Yellowknife Veterinary Clinic Grand Opening BBQ

Vulcan Death Fight Mayor Heyck and Paul Falvo October 2012

Opened our doors at the SPCA Shelter November 2012

Hired our first Employee at the shelter

Began Sales of the Calendar. January 2013

Began our Hills Science Diet Pet Food Contract February 2013

First ever Valentines “Diamonds in the Ruff” Gala at the Explorer Hotel.


March 2013

Participated in the Second Annual Long John Jamboree- Ski-joring event.

H. LEGISLATION

For many years we have compiled information, developed petitions, and wrote letters to plea with the

Territorial and Federal governments to introduce stronger animal protection legislation for the NWT

and Canada.

In April of 2012 for the fourth year in a row, the NWT fell in the bottom tier as compared to other

Provinces and Territories when it comes to overall strength and comprehensiveness of our Animal

Protection Legislation, as reported through the Animal Legal Defence Fund’s 2012 Canadian Animal

Protection Laws Rankings report. This was once again embarrassing news; therefore we continue to

place focus on educating the public and lobbying government for stronger animal protection legislation

in the NWT and with great hope, all of those involved efforts will come to fruition.

I. GRANTS

This year we received for the third consecutive year, the City of Yellowknife Special Grants Fund. We

received $1000.00 for the building of two sheds at our shelter. This will cover 50% of the total cost.

This is a much needed addition as we require a lot of storage for such things as crates, tools,

recycling, buckets, straw and other materials needed for the safe operation of the shelter.

We also received a $2500.00 grant from the United Way Fund. We applied for a grant to promote spay

and neuter and proper dog care in the communities. Our goal is to give 10 families a package which

includes a spay or neuter, vaccinations, educational material and dog food, collar and leash.


The following are the organizations that help us with our Northern Dog Transfer Program.


Some samples of promotional items and events from 2012/13.


Pennies for Pets!




Resident SPCA Shelter dog Jimmy!

Thank you for the support throughout 2012/13!

APPENDICES

NWT Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

Balance Sheet As at 03/31/2013

ASSET

Cash

Bank - Operating 58,415.42

Land Mortgage Payment 7,000.00

Accounts receivable 925.00

Shelter 709,099.61

Land 203,516.00

Loans - Spay/Neuter 660.20

Northland Utilities Deposit 670.00

Prepaids 2,130.00

Total assets 982,416.23

Capital Assets

Kennels 24,709.08

Capital Assets Total 24,709.08

TOTAL ASSET 1,007,125.31

LIABILITY

Accounts payable

Accounts payable 73.94

Adoption Deposit 1,250.00

GNWT Payroll Tax 210.00

City of YK Land Payable 159,353.03

Clark Builders Payable 0.01

GST Owing-Collected 8,612.00

GST Paid on Purchases -5,226.52

GST Owing (Refund) 3,385.48

DO NOT USE GST Owing/Receivable 0.01

Vacation Payable 420.00

Total liabilities 164,692.47

TOTAL LIABILITY 164,692.47

EQUITY

Surplus (deficit)

Surplus - opening 782,682.79

Current Earnings 59,750.05

Total surplus (deficit) 842,432.84

TOTAL EQUITY 842,432.84

LIABILITIES AND EQUITY 1,007,125.31

Generated On: 05/05/2013


Income Statement 04/01/2012 to 03/31/2013

REVENUE

Revenue

Interest Revenue 12.61

Animal Surrender Fees 350.00

Contributions - Shelter Fund 540.50

Special Grant Contributions - City 1,000.00

Hero Campaign/Dog Transfer 775.00

Dog/Ca transfer donations 3,085.00

Change boxes - not receipted 1,953.50

Dog Jog - tax receipted 4,125.00

Dog Jog - not receipted 2,129.99

Donations - not receipted 15,203.89

Donations - tax receipted 16,495.75

Canada Helps - Tax Receipted 14,389.08

Calendar - Advertising 4,375.00

Calendar - Sales 2,214.00

Community Education 2,500.00

Membership Dues 1,825.00

Adoption Fee and Medical Costs 18,205.21

Special Pleas - Medical Donations 750.00

Merchandise Sales - Miscellaneous 10.00

Merchandise Sales - Recipe Book 10.00

Alcohol Reimbursement from Events 889.61

Recycling Depot donations - not rct 5,565.40

Recycling - Receipted 2,219.50

Josh Hardy Memorial Donations 7,230.61

Shelter donation - receipted 550.00

Raffle Ticket Income 20.00

Winter Gala 11,000.22

Winter Gala Auction 12,550.75

Dog Ball 10,908.00

YK Beach Snow Volleyball 460.00

Pennies for Pets 4,076.88

Diavik Matched Donations 11,460.00

WEDDINGS - Bar revenue 4,276.00

Miscellaneous Income 2,038.06

Clean-up Revenue - GNWT/City 2,500.00

Petersen Golf Tourney 6,387.26

Carley Rae Donations 925.00

City Trade SHow 1,110.00

Pennies For Pets - CJCD 9,743.75

Total revenue 183,860.57

TOTAL REVENUE 183,860.57

EXPENSE

Expenses

Shelter Manager - Contractor 7,619.04

Advertising and promotion 4,428.50

Scholarships 1,000.00

Animal Care - Medical Care 27,301.24

Animal Care - Foster Animal Medical 557.62

Animal Care - Spay/Neuter 1,427.56

Bank Service Charges 1,068.72

Donations - Maintenance Fees Canada 829.59

Education Materials 27.55

Calendar Printing 4,364.00

Dog Job Expense 75.95

Insurance - Directors' Liability 1,685.00

Insurance - Liability 3,898.00

Licenses and permits 250.00

Membership fees 106.35

Office Supplies 740.99

AGM Expenses 143.60

Postage and Delivery 243.38

Freight - NOT ANIMALS 2,579.69

Freight - Shipping Dogs 19,553.27

Seminars/Training 472.53

Special Events 4,395.32

Dog Ball Expenses 2,250.00

Winter Gala Expenses 8,858.76

Trade Show 210.00

Storage 1,128.57

Maint & Repairs - Shelter 610.61

Telephone 3,420.78

Utilities - power 3,219.54

Water/Waste - Utilities 3,031.74

Shelter Supplies 1,738.74

Animal Food 212.46

GSAH Discounts -264.70

Outside Kennel Fencing 5,250.00

Wages & Salaries 10,920.00

EI Expense 276.36

CPP Expense 479.76

Total Expenses 124,110.52

TOTAL EXPENSE 124,110.52

NET INCOME 59,750.05



Comparative Income Statement

Actual 04/01/2012 to 03/31/2013 Actual 04/01/2011 to 03/31/2012 Percent

REVENUE

Revenue

Interest Revenue 12.61 0.00 0.00

Animal Surrender Fees 350.00 0.00 0.00

Contributions - Shelter Fund 540.50 100,000.00 -99.46

AVIVA Revenue 0.00 300,000.00 -100.00

Special Grant Contributions - City 1,000.00 3,000.00 -66.67

Hero Campaign/Dog Transfer 775.00 2,583.00 -70.00

Dog/Ca transfer donations 3,085.00 0.00 0.00

Change boxes - not receipted 1,953.50 4,030.10 -51.53

Dog Jog - tax receipted 4,125.00 8,262.00 -50.07

Dog Jog - not receipted 2,129.99 100.00 2,029.99

Donations - not receipted 15,203.89 19,729.63 -22.94

Donations - tax receipted 16,495.75 36,524.17 -54.84

Canada Helps - Tax Receipted 14,389.08 0.00 0.00

Calendar - Advertising 4,375.00 3,758.75 16.40

Calendar - Sales 2,214.00 4,229.20 -47.65

Community Education 2,500.00 0.00 0.00

Membership Dues 1,825.00 1,340.00 36.19

Adoption Fee and Medical Costs 18,205.21 6,877.30 164.71

Special Pleas - Medical Donations 750.00 0.00 0.00

Merchandise Sales - Miscellaneous 10.00 0.00 0.00

Merchandise Sales - Recipe Book 10.00 0.00 0.00

Merchandise Sales 0.00 164.90 -100.00

Alcohol Reimbursement from Events 889.61 0.00 0.00

Recycling Depot donations - not rct 5,565.40 1,562.00 256.30

Recycling - Receipted 2,219.50 0.00 0.00

All in a Day's Work - tax receipted 0.00 2,648.54 -100.00

Matt Bromley Memorial - tax receipt 0.00 8,450.00 -100.00

Josh Hardy Memorial Donations 7,230.61 0.00 0.00

Shelter Kennels/Condos 0.00 95,000.00 -100.00

Shelter In Memorium Donation - rcpt 0.00 1,605.00 -100.00

Shelter donation - receipted 550.00 65,675.14 -99.16

Raffle Ticket Income 20.00 48,144.66 -99.96

Winter Gala 11,000.22 0.00 0.00

Winter Gala Auction 12,550.75 0.00 0.00

Dog Ball - Silent Auction 0.00 3,655.00 -100.00

New Year's Party Tickets 0.00 2,130.00 -100.00

New Year's Party Alcohol Sales 0.00 4,038.83 -100.00

Dog Ball 10,908.00 940.00 1,060.43

YK Beach Snow Volleyball 460.00 2,667.22 -82.75

BHP Matched Donations 0.00 960.00 -100.00

Pennies for Pets 4,076.88 0.00 0.00

Diavik Matched Donations 11,460.00 0.00 0.00

WEDDINGS - Bar revenue 4,276.00 0.00 0.00

Miscellaneous Income 2,038.06 19,595.47 -89.60

Clean-up Revenue - GNWT/City 2,500.00 0.00 0.00

Petersen Golf Tourney 6,387.26 0.00 0.00

Carley Rae Donations 925.00 0.00 0.00

City Trade SHow 1,110.00 0.00 0.00

Pennies For Pets - CJCD 9,743.75 0.00 0.00

Total revenue 183,860.57 747,670.91 -75.41

TOTAL REVENUE 183,860.57 747,670.91 -75.41

EXPENSE

Expenses

Shelter Manager - Contractor 7,619.04 0.00 0.00

Advertising and promotion 4,428.50 12,413.72 -64.33

Scholarships 1,000.00 0.00 0.00

Animal Care - Medical Care 27,301.24 2,850.59 857.74

Animal Care - Foster Animal Medical 557.62 9,939.21 -94.39

Animal Care - Spay/Neuter 1,427.56 470.00 203.74

Animal Care - Spay/Neuter rebate 0.00 237.75 -100.00

Bank Service Charges 1,068.72 1,253.63 -14.75

Donations - Maintenance Fees Canada 829.59 160.04 418.36

Education Materials 27.55 0.00 0.00

Calendar Printing 4,364.00 4,364.00 0.00

Raffle Ticket Printing 0.00 443.01 -100.00

Dog Job Expense 75.95 0.00 0.00

Gifts 0.00 90.29 -100.00

Toys/Treats for Shelter Animals 0.00 318.80 -100.00

Insurance - Directors' Liability 1,685.00 1,650.00 2.12

Insurance - Liability 3,898.00 1,435.00 171.64

Licenses and permits 250.00 2,137.00 -88.30

Membership fees 106.35 106.35 0.00

Bad Debt Expense 0.00 3,340.50 -100.00

Office Supplies 740.99 1,187.86 -37.62

AGM Expenses 143.60 0.00 0.00

Postage and Delivery 243.38 644.54 -62.24

Freight - NOT ANIMALS 2,579.69 0.00 0.00

Freight - Shipping Dogs 19,553.27 8,906.86 119.53

Printing and Reproduction 0.00 199.97 -100.00

Seminars/Training 472.53 120.00 293.78

Special Events 4,395.32 25,909.36 -83.04

Dog Ball Expenses 2,250.00 0.00 0.00

Winter Gala Expenses 8,858.76 0.00 0.00

Trade Show 210.00 250.00 -16.00

Storage 1,128.57 0.00 0.00

Maint & Repairs - Shelter 610.61 0.00 0.00

Telephone 3,420.78 615.46 455.81

Utilities - power 3,219.54 0.00 0.00

Water/Waste - Utilities 3,031.74 0.00 0.00

Travel & Ent - Meals 0.00 127.16 -100.00

Travel & Ent - Travel 0.00 3,586.13 -100.00

Shelter Construction Expenses 0.00 130.00 -100.00

Shelter - Property Taxes 0.00 1,993.24 -100.00

Shelter Supplies 1,738.74 0.00 0.00

Animal Food 212.46 0.00 0.00

GSAH Discounts -264.70 0.00 0.00

Outside Kennel Fencing 5,250.00 0.00 0.00

Wages & Salaries 10,920.00 0.00 0.00

EI Expense 276.36 0.00 0.00

CPP Expense 479.76 0.00 0.00

Total Expenses 124,110.52 84,880.47 46.22

TOTAL EXPENSE 124,110.52 84,880.47 46.22

NET INCOME 59,750.05 662,790.44 -90.99


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Please become a member and do your part to help our organization with our various programs!

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One Year

_ Individual Membership $20 _ Family Membership $40

Three Years

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Volunteering Opportunities

Please check which of the following interests you:

o Fundraising Event Co‐ordination o Fundraising Event Participation o Fostering o Public Education

How your membership helps!

• Shelter Fund • Spay/Neuter

Rebate • Fostering Program• Medical • Scholarship • Community

Animal Transfer • Animal Care

Supplies • Advertising o Shelter Volunteer

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NWT SPCA Box 2278 Yellowknife NT X1A 2P7

Tel: 867‐444‐8444 Email: [email protected]

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My Personal Contact Information Name

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My Emergency Contact Information In case of an emergency, the NWT SPCA will act immediately to contact your preferences below: Primary Contact Relationship Phone number Other phone # Please note: Volunteers who work directly with NWT SPCA pets will be exposed to dog and cat dander; dog and cat hair; cleaning chemicals; pet foods with preservatives; bouncy animal activity; and other potential hazards. Some lifting and labor may occasionally be asked of volunteers.

My Volunteer Interests Check all boxes that apply: □ walking dogs □ cat cuddling □ kennel aid □ volunteer coordinator □ vet runs □ crates □ event participation □ other_____________________

□ fostering animals □ website/Facebook □ clerical / office work □ housekeeping □ adoption screening and follow up □ laundry □ grooming □ other_____________________

□ fundraising □ baking for fundraising □ crafts for fundraising □ dog training □ public education □ poster distribution □ photo taking □ other____________________

The volunteer is not liable to NWT SPCA for any injuries to, illness or disappearance of the animal(s) arising out of the animal care, except if such injuries or disappearance are caused by or arise out of your gross negligence or intentional misconduct. The NWT SPCA are not liable for any bodily injury or property damage, losses or injuries whatsoever to you or other person or to your or another person’s animals and pets, caused by the actions, behaviors or health of the animal(s) or arising out of the animal care, except if such damage, losses or injuries are caused by our gross negligence or intentional misconduct. Signature: ___________________________________________Date:______________________

For Youth Volunteers Only Because we value your children we want to ensure their safety while they are volunteering for the NWT SPCA. We welcome parents or guardians who want to work with their child during their volunteer time to help build a parent-child relationship. Youth volunteers must be 18 years of age or older to volunteer to work animals directly. Younger children can volunteer if accompanied by a parent or guardian who is a NWT SPCA member. Permission Slip and Liability Waiver. I [______________________], the parent of [______________________], do hereby give permission for my minor child to volunteer at the NWT SPCA. I hereby knowingly, freely, and voluntarily waive any right or cause of action of any kind whatsoever arising as a result of SPCA activity and liability may or could accrue, against the NWT SPCA or its agents or employees jointly or individually. Parent's Signature: ________________________________Date:___________________Parent's Name Printed______________________

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ANIMAL FOSTER CARE APPLICATION – Page 1 of 2 A. Applicant Information First Name Last Name Are you over 18 years old?

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1. Why do you want to be a foster parent?

2. How many hours a day will be spent with a foster pet? 3. How many hours a day will he/she be left alone?

4. Do you have access to a vehicle? Yes No 5. How many years have you been involved with pets?

6. How long are can you commit to fostering an animal? Until:_________________________ Indefinitely

7. Do you have experience administering medication to animals? No Limited Yes

8. Are you planning any holidays this year? Yes No When? How long?

9. Who will look after the foster animal if you are on holidays?

10. Are you a Member of the NWT SPCA? Yes No (Membership is required for insurance purposes)

11. Would you allow one of our staff to do a scheduled home visit prior to and/or after the foster process? Yes No

D. About Your Home

1. How many adults live in your home? 2. How many children? Ages: / /

3. Are you or anyone else living with you allergic to animals? Yes No

4. Where will the animal be kept? Indoors Kennel Fenced yard Staked out

5. What type of home do you live in? Apartment Condo House Townhouse Trailer

6. Do you own or rent? Own Rent 7. Does everyone in your home agree to fostering? Yes No

8. If you are renting, do you have the landlord’s permission to have an animal? Yes No

Name of Landlord: Contact number: Is a signed rental agreement attached?

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ANIMAL FOSTER CARE APPLICATION – Page 2 of 2 E. Current Pets – List all pets currently in your household We require proof that all your pets are vaccinated, sterile and healthy if we do not already have this in our files.

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Dog Size Small Medium Large Any Size

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G. Signature I warrant and confirm that the information given in this application form is true and correct and I understand that

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I understand that the NWT SPCA reserves the right to refuse any applicant or to terminate any existing fostering

agreements it currently holds without any reason.

I understand that my role is solely as a temporary home, and that the placement of any animals I foster will be

conducted by the NWT SPCA. It is the responsibility of the NWT SPCA to review and interview potential

adopters. I also understand that the NWT SPCA may require me to show potential adopters or allow potential

adopters in my home to visit the animal.

I understand that I am fully responsible for the health, safety and general wellbeing of the animal throughout the

duration of its fostering time with me. I will not hold the NWT SPCA liable for any damage, injury or harm

caused directly or indirectly through my fostering activities with the NWT SPCA. I will comply with all City by-

laws regarding the care of any foster animals.

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H. (OFFICE USE ONLY) DOG CAT HOME CHECK LANDLORD APPROVAL

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Food Food Dishes Collar Leash Litter box Litter Kennel

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INFORMATION SHEET

Parvovirus

What Is Parvovirus?

Canine parvovirus is a highly contagious viral disease that can produce a

life-threatening illness. The virus attacks rapidly dividing cells in a dog’s

body, most severely affecting the intestinal tract. Parvovirus also attacks

the white blood cells, and when young animals are infected, the virus can

damage the heart muscle and cause lifelong cardiac problems.

What Are the General Symptoms of Parvovirus?

The general symptoms of parvovirus are lethargy, severe vomiting, and

loss of appetite and bloody, foul-smelling diarrhea that can lead to life-

threatening dehydration.

How Is Parvovirus Transmitted?

Parvovirus is extremely contagious and can be transmitted by any person, animal or object that comes in contact

with an infected dog's feces. Highly resistant, the virus can live in the environment for months, and may survive on

inanimate objects such as food bowls, shoes, clothes, carpet and floors. It is common for an unvaccinated dog to

contract parvovirus from the streets, especially in urban areas where there are many dogs.

How Is Parvovirus Diagnosed?

Veterinarians diagnose parvovirus on the basis of clinical signs and laboratory testing. The Enzyme Linked

ImmunoSorbant Assay (ELISA) test has become a common test for parvovirus. The ELISA test kit is used to detect

parvovirus in a dog’s stools, and is performed in the vet’s office in about 15 minutes. Because this test is not 100%

sensitive or specific, your veterinarian may recommend additional tests and bloodwork.

Which Dogs Are Prone to Parvovirus?

Puppies, adolescent dogs and canines who are not vaccinated are most susceptible to the virus. The canine

parvovirus affects most members of the dog family (wolves, coyotes, foxes, etc.).

How Can Parvovirus Be Prevented?

You can protect your dog from this potential killer by making sure he’s up-to-date on his vaccinations. Parvovirus

should be considered a core vaccine for all puppies and adult dogs. It is usually recommended that puppies be

vaccinated with combination vaccines that take into account the risk factors for exposure to various diseases. One

common vaccine, called a “5-in-1,” protects the puppy from distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parvovirus and

parainfluenza.

Generally, the first vaccine is given at 6-8 weeks of age and a booster is given at four-week intervals until the

puppy is 16-20 weeks of age, and then again at one year of age. A puppy’s vaccination program is not complete

before four months of age. Older dogs who have not received full puppy vaccination series may be susceptible to

parvovirus and should also receive at least one immunization. Consult with your veterinarian about how often your

dog will need to be revaccinated.

Because parvovirus can live in an environment for months, you will want to take extra care if there has been an

infected dog in your house or yard. Some things are easier to clean and disinfect than others—and even with

excellent cleaning, parvovirus can be difficult to eradicate. Parvo is resistant to many typical disinfectants. A

solution of one part bleach to 32 parts water can be used where organic material is not present. The infected dog’s

toys, food dish and water bowl should be properly cleaned and then disinfected with this solution for 10 minutes. If

not disinfected, these articles should be discarded. You can also use the solution on the soles of your shoes if you

think you've walked through an infected area. Areas that are harder to clean (grassy areas, carpeting and wood,

for example) may need to be sprayed with disinfectant, or even resurfaced.

How Can Parvovirus Be Treated?

Although there are no drugs available that can kill the virus yet, treatment is generally straightforward and consists

of aggressive supportive care to control the symptoms and boost your dog’s immune system to help him win the

battle against this dangerous disease. Dogs infected with parvovirus need intensive treatment in a veterinary

hospital, where they receive antibiotics, drugs to control the vomiting, intravenous fluids and other supportive

therapies. Should your dog undergo this treatment, be prepared for considerable expense—the average hospital

stay is about 5-7 days.

Please note that treatment is not always successful—so it’s especially important to make sure your dog is

vaccinated.

When is it Time to See the Vet?

If you notice your dog experiencing severe vomiting, loss of appetite, depression or bloody diarrhea, contact your

veterinarian immediately.

What Are Some Other Health Issues with These Same Symptoms?

A puppy with a bloody diarrhea could have a parasite problem, a virus other than parvovirus, a stress colitis, or

may have eaten something that disagreed with him or injured and blocked his digestive tract. It’s crucial that you

see your vet for an accurate diagnosis.

Top 10 Reasons to Spay or Neuter Your Pet

Whether you’ve recently adopted a pet or you’re considering it, one of the most important health decisions you’ll

make is to spay or neuter your cat or dog. Spaying—removing the ovaries and uterus of a female pet—is a

veterinary procedure that requires minimal hospitalization and offers lifelong health benefits. Neutering—removing

the testicles of your male dog or cat—will vastly improve your pet’s behavior and keep him close to home.

Not convinced yet? Check out our handy—and persuasive—list of the top 10 reasons to spay or neuter your pet!

1. Your female pet will live a longer, healthier life.

Spaying helps prevent uterine infections and breast cancer, which is fatal in about 50 percent of dogs and 90

percent of cats. Spaying your pet before her first heat offers the best protection from these diseases.

2. Neutering provides major health benefits for your male.

Besides preventing unwanted litters, neutering your male companion prevents testicular cancer, if done

before six months of age.

3. Your spayed female won't go into heat.

While cycles can vary, female felines usually go into heat four to five days every three weeks during breeding

season. In an effort to advertise for mates, they'll yowl and urinate more frequently—sometimes all over the

house!

4. Your male dog won't want to roam away from home.

An intact male will do just about anything to find a mate! That includes digging his way under the fence and

making like Houdini to escape from the house. And once he's free to roam, he risks injury in traffic and fights

with other males.

5. Your neutered male will be much better behaved.

Neutered cats and dogs focus their attention on their human families. On the other hand, unneutered dogs

and cats may mark their territory by spraying strong-smelling urine all over the house. Many aggression

problems can be avoided by early neutering.

6. Spaying or neutering will NOT make your pet fat.

Don’t use that old excuse! Lack of exercise and overfeeding will cause your pet to pack on the extra pounds—

not neutering. Your pet will remain fit and trim as long as you continue to provide exercise and monitor food

intake.

7. It is highly cost-effective.

The cost of your pet's spay/neuter surgery is a lot less than the cost of having and caring for a litter. It also

beats the cost of treatment when your unneutered tom escapes and gets into fights with the neighborhood

stray!

8. Spaying and neutering your pet is good for the community.

Stray animals pose a real problem in many parts of the country. They can prey on wildlife, cause car

accidents, damage the local fauna and frighten children. Spaying and neutering packs a powerful punch in

reducing the number of animals on the streets.

9. Your pet doesn't need to have a litter for your children to learn about the miracle of birth.

Letting your pet produce offspring you have no intention of keeping is not a good lesson for your children—

especially when so many unwanted animals end up in shelters. There are tons of books and videos available

to teach your children about birth in a more responsible way.

10. Spaying and neutering helps fight pet overpopulation.

Every year, millions of cats and dogs of all ages and breeds are euthanized or suffer as strays. These high

numbers are the result of unplanned litters that could have been prevented by spaying or neutering.

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Love and Protect Animals of the North! · To encourage and promote the adoptions of abandoned and stray animals from animal shelters, SPCAs, rescue organizations, and Humane Societies;