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April 17, 2026 — For National Volunteer Week from April 19 to 25, the Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) will be celebrating the contributions of its more than 1,000 volunteers.
April 16, 2026 — The Ottawa Humane Society is reminding community members to keep their distance from wildlife spotted in their neighbourhood. As the weather warms, people are more likely to encounter wildlife. Often, it is best to admire wildlife from afar.
As I write this, I can’t stop thinking about how close some pets are to losing a home where they are loved.
At the OHS, we help people who are doing everything they can to take care of their pet. They are stretching dollars, skipping meals and making devastating choices just to keep their pets safe and cared for.
April 7, 2026 — The Ottawa Humane Society is calling for donations of unopened pet food to support its Emergency Pet Food Bank. After distributing more than 4,200 lbs of food over the winter, the food drive is critical to ensure no pet owner has to choose between feeding themselves or their pet.
