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Yearly Archives for 2022
October 20, 2022
Julie Laporte worked at the Ottawa Humane Society as a veterinary assistant beginning in 2004. She worked... Read More
October 13, 2022
In 2004, leaders in animal welfare came together to find common ground in what was a divided sector. Their... Read More
October 6, 2022
I was taking a walk around the shelter the other day and looking in at the animals in our care. It’s easy... Read More
September 29, 2022
When I began working at the Ottawa Humane Society 22 years ago and for quite a few years after, the board,... Read More
September 22, 2022
I learned a sad lesson many years ago. A man surrendered two beautiful Borzois — a pretty unusual event at... Read More
September 15, 2022
The OHS Wiggle Waggle Walk & Run is a lot of wonderful things: a great day out, a fun time with your... Read More
September 8, 2022
Like everyone else, the Ottawa Humane Society had to adapt and change on the fly throughout the public health... Read More
September 1, 2022
Today is a happy day for me. Film is being installed on the windows at the OHS. I know that sounds pretty... Read More
August 25, 2022
We’re so excited. We are just a month away from the Wiggle Waggle Walk & Run. It’s been three long... Read More
August 19, 2022
Many people have asked me over the years, “What is the difference between a humane society and an SPCA?”... Read More