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A yearling beaver found unable to walk on a park trail is making her recovery at a Summerland wildlife center, complete with honey bandages and willow branches. Her journey back to health shows the dedicated care injured wildlife receive across British Columbia.
When flames destroyed a wildlife rehabilitation center in Summerland, BC, six recovering animals found safety at a Kamloops sanctuary. Two otters, a porcupine, and three ducks are thriving in their temporary home while their original facility rebuilds.
A Summerland animal rescue facing repeated thefts is responding with unexpected compassion, offering support to those who take from their donation bins. Critteraid's message to thieves: call us, and we'll help you the right way.
Two entrepreneurs turned their shared vision into Godmothers, a thriving bookstore and community hub in Summerland, California. The 15-month-old space proves that following your instincts and creative visualization can build something magical.
A charity softball tournament in British Columbia brought together local businesses to raise thousands for wildfire evacuees. The event raised $7,500 while volunteers in the interior served 600 meals daily to people fleeing the flames.
A wildlife rescue organization helped an injured turtle just days after losing their entire facility to wildfire. The team rallied volunteers and resources to perform emergency surgery on a turtle with a fishhook lodged deep in its mouth.
Over 300 Mexican firefighters traveled north to help battle British Columbia's devastating wildfires that forced 20,000 people to evacuate. It's the largest deployment under the countries' mutual aid agreement.
When families fled the Bradley Creek wildfire with just minutes to spare, most had to leave their animals behind. One volunteer organized rescue teams that saved over 60 horses, goats, sheep, cats, dogs, and even a burned pig from the flames.
When families fled Okanagan wildfires in minutes, most had to leave their animals behind. One man organized rescue teams that saved 60+ creatures, including a burned pig now recovering.
Celebrity chef Guy Fieri and actor Kevin Costner bonded over their shared commitment to supporting veterans and first responders, pledging to collaborate on future efforts. Their chance meeting at a Super Bowl event sparked plans to combine their charitable work.
A severely injured beaver found at Scout Island in Williams Lake is now receiving life-saving care in Smithers, thanks to a volunteer relay that transported the animal over 600 kilometers. The young beaver, believed to have been mauled by dogs, is eating and allowing staff to clean its wounds as it fights for recovery.
After devastating 2022 floods cost nearly $1 billion, Australian business leaders are championing an engineering solution that could reduce future flooding by over 2 meters. A landmark study shows water retention basins could protect thousands of homes and revive the region's economy.