Services that protect the rights of animals are constantly struggling for funds. Especially in the Quinte area this need for funding is substantial. Although the OSPCA (Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) currently employs an animal cruelty preventions officers in our area, 600 cases a year and counting can be overwhelming. The OSPCA and affiliated services are legislated by the government, however, operate solely on the basis of donations and fundraisers.
Is the funding allocated to animal services an issue government should look into?
Join QNetNews reporters Kristen Oelschlagel and Andrew Heliotis as they lead a live blog to discuss the future of funding for the society in Quinte and around the province on Tuesday April 16, 2013 starting at 7 p.m.
