Raising the Bar for Animal Welfare in Canada

Hamilton/Burlington SPCA Becomes One of Only Three Animal Welfare Organizations in Canada to Achieve Humane Canada Accreditation!

Unleash the Future of Animal Welfare

We’re building North America’s First Animal Welfare Hub to support every stage of the pet journey for millions of animals and the families who love them!

Less Fur, More Love: Win a Washer & Dryer!

We love our pets, but keeping pet hair off our clothes can feel like a never-ending battle. If you share your home with a dog or cat, you know the struggle, fur on sweaters, jackets, and just about everything else.

What’s the Scoop?

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HBSPCA Announces Ambitious New Animal Welfare Campus

The Hamilton Burlington SPCA is planning a $30M expansion to boost shelter space, veterinary care, and community support—read on to see what’s coming.

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The Future of Animal Welfare Starts Here

In this podcast, the HBSPCA shares its bold vision for a new animal welfare campus designed to expand care, improve access, and support pets for life.

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In the News: HBSPCA’s Vision for a First-of-Its-Kind Animal Welfare Hub

The HBSPCA shares an ambitious plan to expand care, improve access, and create a new model of support for pets and the people who love them.

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From Emergency to Forever Home: The Story of Popeye and Gemma

Sibling shelter dogs Popeye and Gemma found their forever home, showing how community support and compassion create second chances.

Upcoming Events

Dog Training

Dog Training: Level One

Learn sit, down, heel, stay, and more, in this interactive, intimate dog training class at the HBSPCA. We'll cover everything you need to get started.

Mar 18, 2026
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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Pet Health

Pet Health Outreach Clinic

Providing affordable pet health care to companion animals in our community.

Mar 19, 2026
10:30 am - 2:30 pm
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Community

Paint Your Pet Class

Share a headshot of your pet; we sketch them on the canvas ahead of time, and you paint your masterpiece in just a few hours.

Mar 22, 2026
11:00 am - 3:30 pm
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Pet Health

Pet Health Outreach Clinic

Providing affordable pet health care to companion animals in our community.

Mar 24, 2026
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Our Programs

Since 1887, we've woven a fabric of compassion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the well-being of our furry friends. With a suite of accessible, affordable, and impactful programs at your fingertips, we're building a world where no animal is left behind.

THE IMPACT - Thanks to Donors Like YOU!

$3.8 Million

In Below-Market-Rate Veterinary Care Provided

Small words Healthier communities through accessible animal healthcare

7,105

Surgeries Performed

932,840

Meals Delivered

70

Pet Health Outreach Clinics

200+

Community Cat Caregivers

1,687

Preventative care appointments

53,320

Animal Foster Hours

23,133

Hours of Pet Enrichment

3,150

Vaccinations Administered

24,893

Volunteer Hours Logged

955

Animal Surrenders

50%

Reduced Length of Stay in Shelter to just 8 days.

25+

Pet Pantry Foodbank Partners

934

Animal Adoptions

100+

Dog Behaviour Classes Offered

462

Pet Parents Utilized our Compassionate End of Life Program

19

Corporate Team Days

7,310

Pets Microchipped

2T

Pet Thrift - Diverted over 2 Tonnes of Waste