PLEASE NOTE: Nanoose Bay CatSpan Society is NOT affiliated with us.
We apologize for any confusion they may cause.
We apologize for any confusion they may cause.
Important message to CatSpan supporters
Dear Supporter,
Thank you, first and foremost for the support you have given (Nanoose Bay) CatSpan over the past 27 years. We feel it is important to let you know how much we appreciate your support.
Secondly, you should know there has been a recent and unfortunate split within CatSpan involving a few members. It is important to note that the "splinter group", now operating under the name "Nanoose Bay CatSpan Society", is in no way affiliated with us.
We are currently operating under the name CatSpan Registered Charity to ensure the two groups are not mistaken for each other. We have also made every effort to keep our donor list confidential; however, as the splinter group are former volunteers, they may have a copy of our list from previous fundraising initiatives.
We, the original CatSpan Registered Charity, plan to carry on with our mandate to help feral cats. You may continue to donate by cheque (our mailing address remains the same.)
We sincerely hope you will continue your kind support of us, the CatSpan Registered Charity.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.
Thank you,
Barbara McGowan - Director - Founding Member since 1996
Kathy Robinson - Treasurer
Heather Henderson - Secretary
Daina Bruners - Director
Renate Johnson - Director
Gregg Bolderson - Director
Julie Rengers - Director
Thank you, first and foremost for the support you have given (Nanoose Bay) CatSpan over the past 27 years. We feel it is important to let you know how much we appreciate your support.
Secondly, you should know there has been a recent and unfortunate split within CatSpan involving a few members. It is important to note that the "splinter group", now operating under the name "Nanoose Bay CatSpan Society", is in no way affiliated with us.
We are currently operating under the name CatSpan Registered Charity to ensure the two groups are not mistaken for each other. We have also made every effort to keep our donor list confidential; however, as the splinter group are former volunteers, they may have a copy of our list from previous fundraising initiatives.
We, the original CatSpan Registered Charity, plan to carry on with our mandate to help feral cats. You may continue to donate by cheque (our mailing address remains the same.)
We sincerely hope you will continue your kind support of us, the CatSpan Registered Charity.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.
Thank you,
Barbara McGowan - Director - Founding Member since 1996
Kathy Robinson - Treasurer
Heather Henderson - Secretary
Daina Bruners - Director
Renate Johnson - Director
Gregg Bolderson - Director
Julie Rengers - Director
We Need A Forever Home!
These two kittens are about 8 months old. They are brother and sister, and were found abandoned in the woods. When caught, they were semi-feral and sick, but after several weeks in a foster home, are now healthy, socialized and ready for their forever home. The little boy is still a bit shy, and so they need to be placed together.
They have been spayed/neutered and have had their booster shots, as well as having been treated for fleas and parasites.
If you think you could give these little cuties the love they deserve, please call Kathy 250-240-7702.
They have been spayed/neutered and have had their booster shots, as well as having been treated for fleas and parasites.
If you think you could give these little cuties the love they deserve, please call Kathy 250-240-7702.
Success Stories!
Meet Mr. Pinecone Carrot Johnson
This is Mr. Pinecone Carrot Johnson, a semi-feral kitten we rescued from a rural property near Coombs. This sweet little guy lived in one of our foster homes for a few weeks and then was adopted by a loving family from Protection Island. They tell us that he is a total love bug and gets along great with family members and the other resident pets. MORE SUCCESS STORIES >>
This is Mr. Pinecone Carrot Johnson, a semi-feral kitten we rescued from a rural property near Coombs. This sweet little guy lived in one of our foster homes for a few weeks and then was adopted by a loving family from Protection Island. They tell us that he is a total love bug and gets along great with family members and the other resident pets. MORE SUCCESS STORIES >>
Catspan in the community
Thank you Bosley's North Nanaimo!
In November, we presented the gals at Bosley's North Nanaimo with a certificate of appreciation for all the hard work they do to support us. They work tirelessly to collect cat food and cash donations, hold bake sales for us, invite us to the store to set up our display, help to get our cats adopted...the list goes on and on. Many, many thanks to the staff at Bosley's North Nanaimo!
Since then, they also held a food drive for us. As a result, we packed away another 28 kg of wet food and 96 kg of dry!! Our storage unit is looking very happy right now. MORE >>
In November, we presented the gals at Bosley's North Nanaimo with a certificate of appreciation for all the hard work they do to support us. They work tirelessly to collect cat food and cash donations, hold bake sales for us, invite us to the store to set up our display, help to get our cats adopted...the list goes on and on. Many, many thanks to the staff at Bosley's North Nanaimo!
Since then, they also held a food drive for us. As a result, we packed away another 28 kg of wet food and 96 kg of dry!! Our storage unit is looking very happy right now. MORE >>
Thank you Petmania!
Thank you to Carol and her staff at Petmania Parksville for their generous support! Petmania is also a CatSpan drop-off place for donated books and garage sale items.
Thank you to Carol and her staff at Petmania Parksville for their generous support! Petmania is also a CatSpan drop-off place for donated books and garage sale items.
Thank you Dr. Hanna!
Recently, Directors of CatSpan Registered Charity treated Dr. Hanna from Lighthouse Veterinary Hospital to lunch. We met at the Sandbar Café near the clinic. Dr Hanna was presented with a framed Certificate of Appreciation. On behalf of CatSpan, Hanna and her staff were thanked for their compassion, empathy, and contribution to the welfare of animals in the Oceanside area. It has been, and continues to be, a pleasure doing business with Hanna and her wonderful staff at Lighthouse Veterinary Hospital.
MORE CATSPAN IN THE COMMUNITY >>
Recently, Directors of CatSpan Registered Charity treated Dr. Hanna from Lighthouse Veterinary Hospital to lunch. We met at the Sandbar Café near the clinic. Dr Hanna was presented with a framed Certificate of Appreciation. On behalf of CatSpan, Hanna and her staff were thanked for their compassion, empathy, and contribution to the welfare of animals in the Oceanside area. It has been, and continues to be, a pleasure doing business with Hanna and her wonderful staff at Lighthouse Veterinary Hospital.
MORE CATSPAN IN THE COMMUNITY >>
Behind the Scenes at CatSpan
Founding Members Liv Kennedy and Barbara McGowan
Some of the CatSpan directors spent a wonderful afternoon with Liv Kennedy (bottom right) and Barbara McGowan (top, third from the left), two of the founding members of what is today, CatSpan Registered Charity. These amazing women saw a huge need at Schooner Cove Marina in Nanoose Bay 28 years ago, and began feeding and TNR-ing a colony of 40 plus cats, all out of their own pockets. As the community became aware of the project, others became involved and so CatSpan was born. Barbara is still very much an active member, and serves on the Board of Directors as well. MORE >>
Some of the CatSpan directors spent a wonderful afternoon with Liv Kennedy (bottom right) and Barbara McGowan (top, third from the left), two of the founding members of what is today, CatSpan Registered Charity. These amazing women saw a huge need at Schooner Cove Marina in Nanoose Bay 28 years ago, and began feeding and TNR-ing a colony of 40 plus cats, all out of their own pockets. As the community became aware of the project, others became involved and so CatSpan was born. Barbara is still very much an active member, and serves on the Board of Directors as well. MORE >>
News and informationHelp Keep Outdoor Cats
Safe This Winter Shelter, food and water are especially important to feral and stray cats in cold weather.
10 WINTER WEATHER TIPS FOR OUTDOOR CATS >> SHELTERShelters keep feral cat colonies comfortable in cold and other harsh or severe weather conditions. Placing discreet shelters in quiet locations away from foot traffic helps keep cats from taking shelter in places where they are in danger or not welcome.
MORE INFORMATION >> Build a Quick, Affordable Shelter:
Build a Feeding Station / fOOD AND WATERWhen temperatures drop, the colony will need extra calories to maintain energy levels. Provide extra food and water during the winter, and do your best to keep it from freezing.
A simple feeding station with a roof and sides will protect food and cats from precipitation and icy breezes during meal times. Building a feeding station also establishes a specific area where the cats know to come for food, so they spend as little time exposed to the elements as possible. MORE INFORMATION >>
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Easy ways to support CatSpanAmazon.ca Wish List
You can view our Wish List for cat food and other items and have Amazon.ca ship the items directly to us. Donate Food We predict we’ll be feeding 40 colonies by 2015. You can buy and donate food at most local pet food stores. Look for the CatSpan food donation box. Donate Q-Points When you shop at Quality Foods, ask to have your Q-Points donated / transferred to CatSpan. We use Q-Points to buy items for our fundraising events. Thrifty Foods Smile Card Thrifty Foods donates 5% of what you spend using your Thrifty Foods Smile Card. Email Heather Henderson to receive your card. Donate Bottles and Cans Donate your cans and bottles at the Parksville Bottle & Recycling Depot (make sure you tell them your cans and bottles are for CatSpan Registered Charity!) Donate Books Catspan needs your recent and high quality books, CDs, DVDs and videos. MORE WAYS TO HELP >> What are feral cats?
A feral cat is a cat who has either never had any contact with humans or her contact with humans has diminished over time. She is fearful of people and survives on her own outdoors. A feral cat is not likely to ever become a lap cat or enjoy living indoors.
LEARN MORE >> Thank you!We would like to thank Vince from Counter Measures Countertops in Parksville for making Elliot a new cart! Elliot is a local cat who has cerebellar hypoplasia, which affects his mobility. This video is Elliot testing out his new cart - not bad for a first try. For more information on feline cerebellar hypoplasia, please click here.
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