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A decade ago, Island Wildlife was merely a tiny woodland cottage. There were no seal pools or eagle flights. Water that trickled from a substandard well now flows from a direct line from St. Mary Lake. 13 years ago our stainless steel, diet preparation kitchen was a funky, hand made garage. There were no weekly deliveries of frozen herring; and if there were, there was no walk in freezer in which to store them. 13 years ago our phone didn’t ring because of an orphaned seal pup on the beach; the pup was just left to die. Island Wildlife Natural Care Centre stands alone in its uniqueness. We are unique in that we maintain no display animals, we are a hospital, not a zoo or aquarium. We are unique in our approach to medicine in that we have integrated conventional veterinary therapies with the best of the naturopathic school of medicine. And we are unique in that we are a teaching facility. The bulk of our animal care staff are interns, fellowships and young veterinarians.

Since 1997 the support of Canadian Whale Institute (CWI) has been primarily directed towards efforts to save the highly endangered North Atlantic right whale. These include reducing right whale mortality from ship-strikes, entanglement in fishing gear and raising public awareness. CWI Current Initiatives ‘Helping to save one species from the brink of extinction can very well help humankind preserve our planet’ Stewardship and Conservation Despite international protection from whaling since 1935 the North Atlantic right whale is hovering on the brink of extinction: about 350 remain. CWI supports many research projects and stewardship measures taking place throughout the Canadian range of the species. Researchers who receive CWI support have contributed to the development of the Canadian recovery plan and the relocation of the Bay of Fundy shipping lanes; thereby helping to reduce the number of whales dying due to ship-strikes. There has also been a key initiative of

We are a non-profit organization supported through fundraising events, sponsor assistance, and kind donations. We are dedicated to finding loving, forever homes for abused, abandoned and neglected animals. It is your financial support that allows us to continue rescuing, housing, and caring for these wonderful animals that would otherwise be homeless.

Toronto Cat Rescue (TCR) is a network of foster homes and volunteers. We are often the last or only hope for a homeless, abandoned, sick or injured cat. Since 1994, TCR has been helping cats to escape situations of abuse, neglect, or euthanasia at a shelter. There are numerous stray cats in and around Toronto. Through a program of spaying/neutering, fostering and adoption, TCR works to reduce this number in a humane and compassionate manner.

"Bide Awhile Animal Shelter is a humane, no-kill shelter that has cared for homeless cats and dogs in metro Halifax since 1969. In addition to seeking loving adoptive homes for the animals in our care, we are working to reduce pet overpopulation by vigorously developing and promoting spay and neuter programs. We deeply appreciate your support."

The Search & Rescue Dog Association of Alberta, formed in 1989, is a volunteer registered charitable organization that trains and deploys dog/handler teams on search and rescue missions in Alberta and beyond. We respond to call-outs from official agencies such as police and fire services, working with them to serve potential survivors.

Habitat Acquisition Trust (HAT) works in partnership with governments, non-profits, communities, schools and landowners to enhance habitat protection on public and private land - making everyone part of the solution! Established in 1996, HAT's mandate is to protect natural environments on southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, a spectacular part of Canada in the south-west corner of British Columbia. This is a special part of Canada where the warm, mild climate is home to species and habitats that cannot be found elsewhere in Canada - and some of these ecosystems and species are the most endangered in the country. A disproportionate number of BC's threatened and endangered species occur in the region, which also has a disproportionate amount of BC's private lands. HAT works to protect land permanently through: * land acquisition through purchase or donation; * conservation covenants; * education & stewardship. Thank you for your support!

Raincoast is a not-for-profit charitable organization that relies on the financial support of those who share our passion and vision. Our mandate: Investigate, Inform, Inspire. We investigate to understand coastal species and processes. We inform by bringing science to decision makers and communities. We inspire by building a vision of stewardship for the BC coast. Raincoast employs a unique informed advocacy approach that combines rigorous science, applied ethics and community outreach. I would like to express our gratitude for your generous support of Raincoast Conservation Foundation. We depend on individual donors like you who share our passion and vision. Best, Chris Genovali Executive Director Raincoast Conservation Foundation

The Ontario SPCA is a registered charitable organization operating on the principal that no one has the right to cause physical or mental pain or suffering to animals. The Ontario SPCA is the umbrella organization for all recognized humane societies in Ontario and the only animal welfare organization in the province authorized by provincial statute (The Ontario SPCA Act) to protect animals. Whether family pets, wildlife, or farm animals, the Ontario SPCA is there to provide care, protection and shelter. For a complete listing of our branches and affiliated SPCAs and Humane Societies, please visit us on our website: www.ontariospca.ca and click on CONTACT US, or ABOUT US for our BRANCH & AFFILIATE DIRECTORY or call 1-888-ONT-SPCA (668-7722).

The Vancouver Humane Society is an animal charity working locally, provincially and nationally and funded primarily by public donations. We do not operate an animal shelter; rather we work on the underlying problems of animal abuse by exposing animal cruelty to the public and informing individuals how their choices impact animals. Our primary areas of work are: animals in entertainment (zoos, rodeos, circuses, the film industry, sled dog operations); animals on factory farms (caged egg-laying hens, "broiler" or "meat" chickens, and other intensive confinement systems via our 'Eat Less Meat' project); and companion animals, including spay/neuter and emergency veterinary medical assistance for pet guardians on limited income. VHS is one of the few animal organizations that encourages vegetarianism, as not eating animals is the most effective way to stop animal suffering. You can visit us on our websites: www.vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca www.chickenout.ca www.raisingthebarn.ca

The CWPT (Canadian World Parrot Trust) was founded in 1992 as a Canadian charity and operates in collaboration with other national branches of an international parrot conservation and welfare group collectively known as the WPT (World Parrot Trust). In over 20 years of combined efforts the WPT has led conservation and welfare projects in 30 countries for more than 50 species of parrots. As an independent partner, the CWPT engages in its own activities and, from time to time, partners with the WPT for projects to advance the objectives of the CWPT. The CWPT utilizes its relationship with the WPT to strengthen its presence in the parrot conservation and welfare communities and to obtain scientific advice from the WPT's Scientific Committee. A separate board of trustees, whom reside within Canada, governs the CWPT.

We hold 14 conservation covenants, comprising 790 acres. We were the first conservancy in BC eligible to hold conservation covenants and the first to preserve a watershed with a covenant. We now hold covenants on two important watersheds that supply drinking water to island residents: Maxwell Lake and St. Mary Lake. We own 7 nature reserves, totaling 690 acres. Since 1995, the SSI Conservancy has organized or contributed to successful public campaigns to protect the Mill Farm, Ford Lake, Burgoyne Bay Provincial Park, and Mt. Erskine Provincial Park (some of these are now owned or managed by other agencies).