Etobicoke Humane Society

“To protect, care for and advance the welfare of animals”.

Affiliate of Ontario SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals)
www.etobicokehumanesociety.com

The Etobicoke Humane Society – serving the Etobicoke community since 1987, remains an all-volunteer, registered charity, and an independent affiliate of the Ontario SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). 

EHS never euthanizes any animal due to lack of space, taking in only those animals for which we have shelter or foster home space. Nor do we allow any animal in our program to be used for research purposes.  

We are not part of the Toronto Humane Society, nor are we affiliated with Toronto Animal Services, nor do we receive any funds from the City of Toronto or the Toronto Humane Society orthe OSPCA. 

We operate entirely from donations and our own fund-raising efforts.

Through dedication from our supporters, tireless efforts on behalf of our volunteers, and cautious stewardship of our funds, we staff an office and cat adoption shelter 5 days per week, and although not open to the public on the weekends, volunteers are at the centre throughout the weekend to feed, clean and provide companionship to the animals in our care.  

Our dog adoption program continues to operate through home based fostering and adoption, and an excellent networking program.

Programs Summary: Cat and Dog Fostering and Adoption (including related vet care) / Cruelty Investigation / Humane Education (see more info below*) / Wildlife Rescue and Referral / Fund-Raising / Volunteer Coordination / Membership / Newsletter 

*A Note about Humane Education: The Public Relations and Education Committee coordinates the Humane Education program for schools, daycare centres, summer camps, civic groups and the general public. Experts throughout the world haverecognized and written about the link between Animal abuse and other forms of violence, and the importance of reaching youth at an early age to instill in them a strong concept of what it means to be Humane, with an eye on preventing future violence in all forms.  Our Education program is provided through two primary methods: 1) Humane Education Workshops – which include Therapy Dogs - in schools, daycare centers, at Girl Guide and Scout meetings and through any other youth-oriented venues that request our programs. Groups receiving Humane Ed workshops include at-risk youth and physically or mentally challenged youth; 2) General Public Education information/activities are delivered through Public Education/Public Relations booths and visits/workshops – almost all of which include Therapy Dogs – at malls, theatres, retail stores appropriate public community events, seniors centres, businesses, libraries, etc..  All booths include Therapy Dog visits, and important free literature on a variety of subjects, including Bite Prevention, Violence Prevention, Pet Selection and Pet Care, Being a Good Wildlife Neighbour, etc., as well as sample Humane Education curriculum and materials.

1500 Royal York Rd., Suite E, Etobicoke, Ontario M9P 3B6

Office/Shelter Phone: 416-249-6100; Registered Charity: #131167629RR0001