SabreVolunteering with the SPCA
Volunteers are an important part of Red Deer & District SPCA. We need volunteers to help with our events and also to assist with everyday operations. All of the volunteer positions we have are important to us and especially to the animals. It is critical for the animals to have the love, affection, exercise, and socialization they deserve.
By volunteering at Red Deer & District SPCA, you can add to the quality of animals' lives and enhance the quality of your life too! As the largest animal welfare organization in central Alberta, we rely on the assistance of volunteers to care for the many animals that are in our care. Our beautiful new center allows us to provide a wonderful environment for our guest pets and the volunteers who interact with them.
Volunteer Requirements
Volunteers must be at least sixteen years old to volunteer in Red Deer & Distinct SPCA’s Humane Education and Animal Welfare Center. We recognize that many motivated young people are excited to give some of their time to the animals. Youth are encouraged to volunteer at our fundraising event or to introduce the Pennies for Paws to their school. For more information on the Pennies for Paws program, please click here.
Most of our volunteer opportunities require a minimum time commitment. This commitment varies based on the program; however most animal enrichment programs require a minimum of two hours each week. Volunteers are welcomed and encouraged to give more time than the minimum requirement. Our center is open every day, year round for our volunteers.
Volunteers must attend an orientation and program specific training prior to volunteering. If an applicant is under 18, we require his/her parent or guardian’s authorization to enrol in the program.
Becoming a Volunteer
Anyone interested in volunteering with Red Deer & District SPCA is invited to complete a volunteer application form and waivers. Only fully completed applications (including all personal information, availability, preferences, signatures and waivers) will be processed. Incomplete applications will be destroyed!
When the application is completed, please return it to the front desk at our Humane Education and Animal Welfare Center. You will be contacted when a volunteer opportunity meeting your availability and preferences is available. Some volunteer positions are in high demand and therefore submission of an application does not guarantee placement.
Volunteer Opportunities
Our volunteer program provides many different opportunities to choose from based on your individual interests and expertise. Please click on the link below to read more about which volunteer opportunity suits your interests and talents:
Administration:
Coin Rolling
Office Assistant
Center Host
Canine Enrichment:
Dog Walking
Kong Stuffing
Stress Busting
Feline & Small Animal Enrichment:
Cat Cuddling
Small Animal Socialisers
Humane Education:
Special Events/Fundraising:
Bingos
Casinos
Cash Cans
Fundraising/Special Events
Bark at the Bend
Critters for Hope
Garage Sale
Parade Float
Pennies for Paws
Pet Gift Bags
Pictures with Santa
Other:
Disaster Response Team
Foster Care Program
Other
Volunteer Hours
Our center is open to volunteers during the following times:
Monday to Friday: 9AM to 7PM
Saturday, Sunday, and holidays: 9AM to 5PM
Please Note: Not all positions are available at all times. Please refer to volunteer job descriptions for general availability or contact the Coordinator of Volunteers current openings.
Coordinator of Volunteers
The Volunteer Coordinator is responsible for recruiting, screening, and referring volunteers to supervisors within the SPCA. The coordinator acts as a liaison between volunteers and staff and is a resource for volunteers should any problems, questions, or concerns arise regarding a volunteer position or should a volunteer desire reassignment. Please feel free to contact the coordinator at any time.
Volunteer Coordinator
342.7722 ext 216
volunteer@reddeerspca.com
