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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Mutt Strut with Strides
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/mutt-strut-with-s
 trides/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="qdgn5"> </p><h3 data-block-key="8j17u">Join
  the Bow Valley SPCA and Strides Running Store for a fun run/walk in suppo
 rt of our furry shelter residents!</h3><p data-block-key="4dsb5">The Bow V
 alley SPCA is thrilled to be partnering with Strides for their weekly Satu
 rday Java Run to help raise funds for shelter operations and animal care.<
 /p><p data-block-key="omcc"><b>Event Details</b></p><ul><li data-block-key
 ="550ib"><b>Entry:</b> By donation (all proceeds support the Bow Valley SP
 CA)</li><li data-block-key="ftvan"><b>Distances:</b> 1 km\, 3 km\, or 6 km
  run or walk</li><li data-block-key="1anvd"><b>Date:</b> Saturday\, May 16
 th\, 2026</li><li data-block-key="1j3ke"><b>Location:</b> Start and finish
  from the green space at Railway Ave &amp\; Gateway Street\, Canmore</li><
 li data-block-key="1mt74"><b>Start Time:</b> 9:00 am</li><li data-block-ke
 y="73g27"><b>Who’s Welcome:</b> Humans and canines alike! …</li></ul>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/mutt-strut-with-s
 trides/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:National Volunteer Week 2026
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/free-pancake-brea
 kfast/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="fc4ct"><b>Pancake Breakfast and Volunteer F
 air: Ignite the Spark!</b></p><p data-block-key="6i0uc"></p><p data-block-
 key="bu4rb">To kick off National Volunteer Week\, the Bow Valley SPCA\, al
 ong with a group of Bow Valley organizations\, are inviting the community 
 to join us for a Pancake Breakfast &amp\; Volunteer Fair!</p><p data-block
 -key="b9gkb">This event is a celebration of our community and an opportuni
 ty to ignite a spirit of service across the Bow Valley. Everyone - from vo
 lunteers involved for years to community members just looking for that fir
 st spark of inspiration to get started - is welcome to enjoy free pancakes
 \, coffee\, local prizes\, and live music. It’s a great chance to …</p
 >
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/free-pancake-brea
 kfast/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:April Dog Day Open House
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260404
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/april-dog-day-ope
 n-house/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="v40vt"> </p><p data-block-key="7krlc">Happe
 ning <b>THIS Saturday\, April 4th</b>!</p><p data-block-key="es6pe">We hav
 e some familiar faces who can't wait to meet you\, or maybe even find thei
 r forever\, and some new faces who are on the lookout for wonderful people
  to call home!</p><p data-block-key="236tc">Whether you’re looking for y
 our new best friend\, or just need to fill your quota for doggie cuddles\,
  we’d love to see you!</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/april-dog-day-ope
 n-house/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Adoption Event at Pet Valu
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/adoption-event-at
 -pet-valu/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="bemt5">Join us this <b>Saturday February 21
 st from 12:00-3:00PM</b> at Pet Valu Canmore for an afternoon of adoptable
  cuties for National Adoption Weekend! </p><p data-block-key="fnlh"></p><p
  data-block-key="eck9v">We’ll be onsite with some of our furry friends (
 cats and dogs) looking for their forever homes. Come by for a snuggle - yo
 u might just fall in love! </p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/adoption-event-at
 -pet-valu/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:February 7th Dog Day Open House
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/february-7th-dog-
 day-open-house/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="cp5r8">Have you ever wanted to meet our ado
 ptable dogs? Whether you're looking to adopt\, considering future adoption
 \, or just want to say hello to our pups\, come on down to the Adoption Ce
 ntre from 1:00pm to 3:00pm on the first Saturday of each month to meet som
 e of our adoptable dogs!</p><p data-block-key="b4shp">In order to keep the
  day positive and stress free for our dogs\, please read the following bef
 ore your visit to the Centre:</p><h3 data-block-key="ck6b6"><b>What a Visi
 t Will Look Like:</b></h3><ul><li data-block-key="mb2">All visitations are
  on a first-come\, first-serve basis. Please be advised there there may be
  waiting times to visit a …</li></ul>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/february-7th-dog-
 day-open-house/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Portraits of Love 2026 🧡
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/portraits-of-love
 -2026/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="iu79f">To celebrate Valentine’s Day\, the
  BVSPCA is offering portraits of your four-legged loved ones! For $25\, yo
 u will receive an artist’s rendering of your furry valentine.</p><p data
 -block-key="c804s">But here's the catch - there are only three professiona
 l/semi-professional artists (Ann Fu\, Harley Howland\, and Madeline Agnew)
 . The remaining entrants' portraits will be supplemented by a fine group o
 f dedicated volunteers with a <b>lot</b> of heart\, but <b>potentially que
 stionable</b> artistic talent. You may get a beautiful pet portrait from a
  skilled local artist\, or you may get... something else!</p><p data-block
 -key="b7tq9">Either way\, it will be a portrait made with love 🧡</p><p 
 data-block-key="59jnq"></p><p data-block-key="6dp9b">Tickets will be …</
 p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/portraits-of-love
 -2026/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Pet Photos With Santa at The Malcolm Hotel
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/pet-photos-with-s
 anta-at-the-malcolm-hotel/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="kw1lf"><b>Join us on the Creekside patio at
  The Malcolm Hotel for pet photos with Santa\, hosted in partnership with
  </b><a href="https://muthut.com/"><b>Mut Hut Emporium</b></a><b> in sup
 port of the Bow Valley SPCA.</b></p><p data-block-key="7pi2o">Photos with 
 Santa will be available for a $40 fee with all proceeds raised going direc
 tly to the Bow Valley SPCA.</p><h3 data-block-key="f7npe"><b><i>Reservatio
 ns recommended. Walk ins are welcome and will be accommodated between rese
 rvations.  </i></b></h3>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/pet-photos-with-s
 anta-at-the-malcolm-hotel/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Christmas Has Gone To The Dogs - Festive High Tea
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/christmas-has-gon
 e-to-the-dogs-festive-high-tea/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="0l3qg">Join us at the Malcolm Hotel Stirlin
 g Lounge &amp\; Grill for the 7th annual festive afternoon of High Tea. <
 /p><p data-block-key="87ddi">Proceeds from this event will support the Bow
  Valley SPCA.</p><p data-block-key="7bjg2">Enjoy live entertainment by Har
 p Angel.</p><h3 data-block-key="7o8p3"><b><i>Reservations recommended. Wal
 k ins are welcome and will be accommodated at earliest time available.  
 </i></b></h3>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/christmas-has-gon
 e-to-the-dogs-festive-high-tea/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Walks N' Wags - Pet First Aid
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251019
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/walks-n-wags-pet-
 first-aid/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="jaw8a">Be prepared to help your furry famil
 y members when they need you most! 🐾</p><p data-block-key="1snqg">Walks
  'N' Wags Pet First Aid Classes offer Canada’s longest-standing\, hands-
 on training for both dog and cat owners. Instructor Max Rioux will be cove
 ring everything from CPR and choking to heat stroke\, poisoning\, and more
 .</p><p data-block-key="di36a">Whether you're a pet parent or a pet care p
 rofessional\, you'll leave feeling confident\, informed\, and ready to res
 pond in any emergency.</p><p data-block-key="cbopq"></p><p data-block-key=
 "3sii8">DATE</p><p data-block-key="fb3gr">Saturday\, October 18       
  12:00pm-5:00pm</p><p data-block-key="bv93u">Sunday\, October 19      
        8:00am-1:00pm</p><p data-block-key="7kn3u">*You must attend bot
 h days to receive your certificate</p><p data-block-key="abp0p"></p><p dat
 a-block-key="51j81">LOCATION</p><p data-block-key="4im0i">Origins at Sprin
 g Creek - The Exercise Room</p><p data-block-key="9trj3">(Access through 
 …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/walks-n-wags-pet-
 first-aid/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Meela's Mixes is Baking up Kindness
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251031
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/meelas-mixes-is-b
 aking-up-kindness/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="87haw">From <b>October 8th – 31st</b>\, w
 e're teaming up with Meela's Mixes to "Bake a Difference"!</p><p data-bloc
 k-key="48c5a"></p><hr/><p data-block-key="9d9nr"></p><p data-block-key="41
 krd">Visit <a href="http://www.meelas.org/">meelas.org</a> to shop and sup
 port the Bow Valley SPCA.</p><p data-block-key="c52ag">Be sure to indicate
  that your purchase is <b>in support of the BVSPCA at checkout</b> to ensu
 re your contribution is counted.</p><p data-block-key="ajuf0">Orders will 
 be delivered around November 10th\, and every purchase helps care for our 
 furry friends—thank you for shopping with heart! 🧡</p><p data-block-k
 ey="ajteh"></p><p data-block-key="bamn5">Have Questions? Email us at <a hr
 ef="mailto:events@bowvalleyspca.org">events@bowvalleyspca.org</a></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/meelas-mixes-is-b
 aking-up-kindness/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Shake Some Paws at our Dog Day Open House
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/shake-some-paws-a
 t-our-dog-day-open-house/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="bch0j">Happening <b>THIS Saturday\, October
  4th from 1 - 3pm</b>!</p><p data-block-key="3a9nh">We have some familiar 
 faces who can’t wait to reconnect\, or maybe even find their forever\, a
 nd some new faces that are newly on the hunt for great homes!</p><p data-b
 lock-key="70cam">Our open houses have been a bit quiet over the summer\, b
 ut we’re hoping with the change of the seasons that this one will have a
  great turn out - for the dogs!!!</p><p data-block-key="15k1q">Whether you
 ’re looking for your new best friend\, or just need to fill your quota f
 or doggie cuddles\, we’d love to see you!</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/shake-some-paws-a
 t-our-dog-day-open-house/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Spring Creek Pet Photoshoot Fundraiser
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/spring-creek-pet-
 photoshoot-fundraiser/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="cwzfr">Spring Creek is once again hosting t
 heir annual and highly successful Pet Photoshoot Fundraiser! For a minimum
  donation of $50\, you can get a professional photo with\, or of\, your pe
 t! Proceeds will kindly go to supporting the Bow Valley SPCA. We hope to s
 ee you there!</p><p data-block-key="2s77l">A huge thank you to Spring Cree
 k for partnering with us for this event.</p><p data-block-key="cnf5l"><b>D
 ate:</b> Sunday September 28th</p><p data-block-key="800na"><b>Location:</
 b> Spring Creek<br/>355 Spring Creek Drive<br/>Canmore\, AB</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/spring-creek-pet-
 photoshoot-fundraiser/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Oktollerfest in the Rockies 2025
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/oktollerfest-in-t
 he-rockies-2025/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="d65ie">Head to <i>The Wood Restaurant and L
 ounge</i> on <b>Friday September 26th\, from 4pm to 9pm</b>\, for Screamin
 g Retriever Brewing Company’s third annual Oktollerfest in the Rockies. 
 The BVSPCA is thrilled to attend as the charitable partner this year.</p><
 ul><li data-block-key="6mqd7">Dog friendly patio</li><li data-block-key="a
 ra5a">Featured drinks:<ul><li data-block-key="27d8l">Das Hefe Hefeweizen</
 li><li data-block-key="e2p9c">Peaky Hikers Vienna Lager</li><li data-block
 -key="73a23">Kananaskis IPA </li></ul></li></ul><p data-block-key="d6i4g"
 >Come with your pups for a great night\, drinks\, and food!</p><p data-blo
 ck-key="6d5il"><b>Date:</b> Friday September 26\, 2025</p><p data-block-ke
 y="8u2b"><b>Time:</b> 4pm to 9pm</p><p data-block-key="79lo2"><b>Location:
 </b> The Wood Restaurant and Lounge<br/>838 8 St<br/>Canmore\, AB</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/oktollerfest-in-t
 he-rockies-2025/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Harvest of Hope 50/50 Raffle 2025
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251021
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/harvest-of-hope-5
 050-raffle-2025/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="r489c">Fall into support for the BVSPCA wit
 h our Harvest of Hope 50/50 Raffle! Help us build financial sustainability
  for the future of the Bow Valley SPCA by participating in our 50/50 draw.
 </p><p data-block-key="7dclk">Ticket sales will run from <b>September 17th
  to October 21st\, 2025</b>. The winner will be drawn on Wednesday October
  22nd\, 2025 and will take home 50% of ticket sales (up to a maximum of $1
 0\,000)!</p><h2 data-block-key="bjh23"><a href="https://www.rafflebox.ca/r
 affle/bvspcafall"><b>Click Here</b> <b>to Purchase Your Ticket!</b></a></h
 2><p data-block-key="64ejd">Funds raised by this raffle will allow us to k
 eep rescuing stray\, abandoned\, and surrendered dogs and cats in the Bow 
 Valley\, provide medical treatments and …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/harvest-of-hope-5
 050-raffle-2025/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Summer Garage Sale
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250823
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/summer-garage-sal
 e/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="65yfc">We are gearing up to get our new She
 d Shop building! With the old building demolished\, the landscaping done\,
  and concrete ready to be poured\, it won't be long now! </p><p data-block
 -key="emq7u">In preparation to move into our building\, we are having anot
 her garage sale. Join us at the Adoption Centre parking lot on <b>Saturday
  August 23\, from noon to 3:30pm</b>\, and get new to lightly used\, affor
 dable supplies for your dog or cat.</p><p data-block-key="4qcfp">Here are 
 some of the treasures you might find:</p><ul><li data-block-key="7scpp">Le
 ashes\, harnesses &amp\; collars</li><li data-block-key="d7qav">Food &amp\
 ; water supplies (bowls\, puzzle feeders\, automatic feeders\, water fount
 ains)</li><li data-block-key="dqtja">Crates &amp\; kennels …</li></ul>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/summer-garage-sal
 e/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Benefit Brew Launch Party
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250809
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250809
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/benefit-brew-laun
 ch-party/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="n9mqr">Every year the <a href="https://www.
 facebook.com/TheGrizzlyPaw"><b>The Grizzly Paw Brewing Company</b></a> cre
 ates a benefit brew highlighting one of our residents\, and this year they
  have chosen none other than Daisy! Daisy is a 4.5-year-old Staffordshire 
 Terrier mix who has been in our care for over two years\, but we know her 
 perfect home is out there!<br/></p><p data-block-key="3eph4"><b>This Satur
 day\, August 9th from 5:00-7:00PM\, join us and The Grizzly Paw Brewing Co
 mpany at the Grizzly BBQ Beer Garden (backyard at 310 Old Canmore Rd.)</b>
  for the official benefit beer release party\, to celebrate Daisy and all 
 the other adoptables in our care! This year is …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/benefit-brew-laun
 ch-party/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Paws & Prints Summer Market
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250726
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/paws-prints-summe
 r-market/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="1nen0">Mark your calendars! On July 26th\, 
 we are thrilled to be hosting our first ever <i>Paws &amp\; Prints</i> Sum
 mer Market! Join us for an afternoon filled with shopping from local vendo
 rs with handmade products\; games and prizes\; a photo booth\; kid's corne
 r\; and community connection!</p><p data-block-key="dh41r">In addition to 
 great personal shopping there will be:</p><ul><li data-block-key="8e8im"><
 b>Pet Commissions</b><ul><li data-block-key="c1t65">Bring your photos of b
 eloved pet(s) or your pet(s) themselves for personalized commissions!</li>
 <li data-block-key="c4t21">Many of our vendors will be offering pet produc
 ts and commissions! This means you could get your very own portrait or eve
 n a crocheted teddy bear of your pet\, or gift …</li></ul></li></ul>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/paws-prints-summe
 r-market/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Summer Market Applications Due
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250614
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/summer-market-app
 lications-due/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="rjkw3">Applications for vendors and artists
  to join our <i>Paws &amp\; Prints 2025 Summer Market are</i> due by June 
 14\, 2025.</p><p data-block-key="ag8mb">If you're a potter\, painter\, pho
 tographer\, writer\, illustrator\, musician\, comedian\, crafter\, author\
 , or somewhere in between or beyond would love to have you join us for our
  first ever summer market! You do not need to be a pet artist or vendor - 
 all mediums\, genres\, and talents are welcome to apply!</p><p data-block-
 key="4ff0b">It will be an afternoon of amazing talent\, community connecti
 on\, snacks\, and beverages! If you are interested in applying\, please fi
 ll out a <a linktype="document" id="85"><b>Vendor Application Form</b></a>
  and email …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/summer-market-app
 lications-due/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Dog Day Open House - May 3rd
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250503
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/dog-day-open-hous
 e-may-3rd/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="ohqun">We are excited to announce our next 
 Dog Day Open House is <b>Saturday May 3rd!</b> Whether you are looking to 
 adopt\, considering future adoption\, or just want to say hello to our pup
 s\, <b>come on down to the Adoption Centre from 1:00pm to 3:00pm </b>to me
 et some of our adoptable dogs!</p><p data-block-key="1hi7n">In order to ke
 ep the day positive and stress free for our dogs\, please read the followi
 ng before your visit to the Centre:</p><h3 data-block-key="7f0jv"><b>What 
 a Visit Will Look Like:</b></h3><ul><li data-block-key="7k8qg">All visitat
 ions are on a first-come\, first-serve basis. Please be advised there ther
 e may be waiting times to visit a …</li></ul>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/dog-day-open-hous
 e-may-3rd/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:2025 Spring Bottle Drive
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/2025-spring-bottl
 e-drive/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="49pf7">Need to clear out some space in your
  cupboard\, garage\, or shed? Have bottles\, cans\, or other refundables j
 ust waiting to go to the depot?</p><p data-block-key="8ndg2">It&#x27\;s ti
 me for our spring bottle drive\, running from <b>May 3rd to 10th</b>. Duri
 ng this time\, you can donate your refundable recyclables to the Bow Valle
 y SPCA and help dogs and cats in need!</p><p data-block-key="37pn8">There 
 are two donation options:</p><p data-block-key="cgjaj"><b>1) Residential P
 ick-Up:<br/></b>Schedule a pick-up at your home address and skip the lines
  at the bottle depots! Pick-up dates are Saturday May 3rd or Saturday May 
 10th <b>only</b>. <i>Click</i> <a href="https://forms.gle/YtFqjopb2XhEWM56
 8"><b>HERE</b></a> <i>to register.</i></p><p data-block-key="b701m"><b>2) 
 …</b></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/2025-spring-bottl
 e-drive/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Blow-out Garage Sale!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250405
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/blow-out-garage-s
 ale/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="ly17q">Exciting changes are afoot! In prepa
 ration for our new Shed Shop building\, we need to clear out our current s
 hop. As such\, we are having a <b>HUGE\, two-day\, blow-out garage sale!</
 b> Trust us\, it&#x27\;s one you won&#x27\;t want to miss!</p><p data-bloc
 k-key="qfl1">Join us at the Adoption Centre on <b>Friday April 4th (12:30p
 m to 3:30pm)</b> or <b>Saturday April 5th (11:00am to 3:30pm)</b>\, and fi
 nd affordable\, new and lightly used supplies for your dog or cat.</p><p d
 ata-block-key="9mpqk">For this blow-out sale <b>nothing will be over $10!<
 /b> You can fill a bag (bring your own or use one of ours) for only $10\, 
 and …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/blow-out-garage-s
 ale/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Spring Draw for Paws (50/50 Raffle)
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/2025-spring-draw-
 for-paws-5050-raffle/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="3t848">Our <i>Spring Draws for Paws 50/50 R
 affle</i> is returning! This spring\, help us build financial sustainabili
 ty for the future of the Bow Valley SPCA by participating in our 50/50 dra
 w.</p><p data-block-key="6t4h6">Ticket sales will run from <b>March 20 to 
 April 20\, 2025</b>. The winner will be drawn on April 21\, 2025 and will 
 take home 50% of ticket sales (up to a maximum of $10\,000)!</p><h2 data-b
 lock-key="a1i0l"><a href="https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bvspcaspringraff
 le"><b>Click Here</b> t<b>o Purchase Your Ticket!</b></a></h2><p data-bloc
 k-key="b2fme">Funds raised by this raffle will allow us to keep rescuing s
 tray\, abandoned\, and surrendered dogs and cats in the Bow Valley\, provi
 de medical treatments and rehabilitation\, and …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/2025-spring-draw-
 for-paws-5050-raffle/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Beginner Agility Class (March 19 to April 16\, 2025)
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250416
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/beginner-agility-
 class-march-19-to-april-16-2025/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="oz9rm">Registration is now <b>OPEN</b> for 
 our <a id="1671" linktype="page"><b>Beginner Agility class</b></a>.  </p><
 p data-block-key="fforb">Starting on <b>March 19th\, 2025</b> and running 
 for 5 weeks on Wednesday evenings (6:30pm - 7:30pm)\, this class will teac
 h you and your dog the basics of agility while building a stronger bond an
 d connection between you both. <i>(Last class is Wednesday April 16th).</i
 ></p><p data-block-key="3pl0b">This class is for dogs 8 months and older\,
  and is limited to 6 participants (one adult handler per dog).</p><p data-
 block-key="ckqfr">Dogs must be up-to-date on all vaccines (Rabies\, DAPP\,
  Bordetella) and must be spayed/neutered. <b>Proof of vaccinations and ste
 rilization is required to register.</b> If your dog …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/beginner-agility-
 class-march-19-to-april-16-2025/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Dog Day Open Houses
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/spring-dog-day-op
 en-house/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="sczp4">Have you ever wanted to meet our ado
 ptable dogs? Whether you're looking to adopt\, considering future adoption
 \, or just want to say hello to our pups\, come on down to the Adoption Ce
 ntre from 1:00pm to 3:00pm on the first Saturday of each month to meet som
 e of our adoptable dogs!</p><p data-block-key="8dpl3">In order to keep the
  day positive and stress free for our dogs\, please read the following bef
 ore your visit to the Centre:</p><h3 data-block-key="6358a"><b>What a Visi
 t Will Look Like:</b></h3><ul><li data-block-key="d5uuc">All visitations a
 re on a first-come\, first-serve basis. Please be advised there there may 
 be waiting times to visit a …</li></ul>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/spring-dog-day-op
 en-house/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Winter Dog Day Open House
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250222
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/winter-dog-day-op
 en-house/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="oobyy">Have you ever wanted to meet our ado
 ptable dogs? We are very excited to announce that we will be bringing back
  our Day Day Open House!</p><p data-block-key="cl656">Starting Saturday Ja
 nuary 25 and running <b>every Saturday</b> (from 2:00pm to 3:45pm) until F
 ebruary 22\, visitors to the Adoption Centre will be able to meet some of 
 our adoptable resident dogs!</p><p data-block-key="7cf1k">In order to keep
  the day positive and stress free for our dogs\, please read the following
  before your visit to the Centre:</p><h3 data-block-key="65pvr"><b>What a 
 Visit Will Look Like:</b></h3><ul><li data-block-key="56rb6">All visitatio
 ns are on a first-come\, first-serve basis. Please be advised there there 
 may …</li></ul>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/winter-dog-day-op
 en-house/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Valentine's Pup-grams!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250214
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/valentines-pup-gr
 ams/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="rbnm8">Are you looking for a way to say <i>
 ‘I love you’</i> to that special pup in your life this Valentine’s D
 ay?</p><p data-block-key="5le3u">From February 1st to 14th\, come by the A
 doption Centre and pick-up a bag of tasty\, homemade dog treats for your p
 up (a <i>Pup-o-gram</i>) and share the love this month!</p><p data-block-k
 ey="e939g">Or\, if you don&#x27\;t have a special pup in your life (yet)\,
  you can send a single treat and some love to one of our very own shelter 
 dogs with a <i>Shelter-pup-gram</i>.</p><p data-block-key="3ii2t">All sale
 s go to helping dogs and cats in need at the Bow Valley SPCA! …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/valentines-pup-gr
 ams/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Dog Day - Meet Bedard
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241214
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/dog-day-meet-beda
 rd/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="x0kqq">Have you ever wanted to meet one of 
 our pups? This will be Bedard&#x27\;s second Christmas at the Centre witho
 ut a forever family\, and we&#x27\;re really hoping that he&#x27\;ll find 
 his very own home to spend the holidays in (and maybe a stocking full of t
 reats and toys).</p><p data-block-key="au884">On <b>December 14\, 2024</b>
  our long-term resident Bedard will be having his very own meet and greet 
 session! Come down to the Centre from <b>1:00pm to 2:30pm</b> and spend so
 me time interacting with this lovable\, goofy guy!</p><p data-block-key="f
 4d5p">Bedard has been at the Centre for over 600 days\, and we&#x27\;re no
 t sure why …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/dog-day-meet-beda
 rd/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:High Tea Fundraiser at The Malcom
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241207
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/high-tea-fundrais
 er-at-the-malcom/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="y208b">Christmas has gone to the dogs! Head
  over to The Malcom Hotel in Canmore for their 6th Annual High Tea Fundrai
 ser at The Stirling Dining Room. With live entertainment from Harp Angel a
 nd a silent art auction\, this is a festive event not to miss!</p><p data-
 block-key="hj1v">Proceeds from this event will go to supporting the Bow Va
 lley SPCA.</p><p data-block-key="5rs60">Tickets are $79 per person\, and r
 eservations <b>are</b> recommended. Get your ticket today as this event se
 lls out quickly! <i>(Note: walk-ins are welcome and will be accommodated a
 t the earliest time available.)</i></p><p data-block-key="de92j"><b>When:<
 /b> Saturday December 7\, 2024 from 11:30am to 2:30pm<br/><b>Where:</b> Ma
 lcolm …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/high-tea-fundrais
 er-at-the-malcom/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Pet Photos with Santa at The Malcom
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241207
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/pet-photos-with-s
 anta-at-the-malcom/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="ivmdy">Christmas has gone to the dogs! Head
  over the The Malcom Hotel in Canmore on the Creekside patio for pet photo
 s with Santa\, hosted by the Mut Hut Emporium in support of the Bow Valley
  SPCA. </p><p data-block-key="fkpmc">Photos are $40\, with all proceeds ra
 ised going directly to the Bow Valley SPCA. Thank you Mut Hut Emporium!</p
 ><p data-block-key="3s46g">Purchase your tickets ahead of time at the link
  below\, as reservations are recommended. Upon arriving please sign in at 
 the Concierge desk in the main lobby.  <i>(Note: walk-ins are welcome and 
 will be accommodated between reservations.)</i> </p><p data-block-key="47k
 u">Look for the Bow Valley SPCA volunteer blue …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/pet-photos-with-s
 anta-at-the-malcom/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Make the World a Little Brighter Fundraiser
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241231
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/make-the-world-a-
 little-brighter-fundraiser/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="k6e7q">It’s time for our annual fundraise
 r campaign at the Bow Valley SPCA. This year\, we realize there’s a lot 
 going on. We want to bring some positivity into the community and shine a 
 light on some of the good that’s still happening. We will be bringing yo
 u stories of animals whose lives have changed\, and who’ve changed some 
 of our lives along the way. We want to celebrate the good times\, and we i
 nvite you to help us <b><i>Make the World a Little Brighter</i></b>.</p><p
  data-block-key="frbe0">Help us reach our<b> goal of $85\,000</b> by the e
 nd of the year so we …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/make-the-world-a-
 little-brighter-fundraiser/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Tunes for Tails 2024
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241018
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/tunes-for-tails-2
 024/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="akcju">Our annual Tunes for Tails event is 
 returning! Join us on Friday October 18th for an evening of live music\, a
  classic fall buffet and drinks in support of rescue dogs and cats in need
 !</p><p data-block-key="155v7"><b>Featuring the talents of Mike Petroff an
 d Sue Chick Denton\, this benefit concert will be held at the Canmore Golf
  &amp\; Curling Club.</b></p><p data-block-key="d4c0b">In addition to amaz
 ing music talent\, the Canmore Golf &amp\; Curling Club will be offering a
  classic fall buffet from 5:00pm to 6:30pm (choose the &#x27\;Buffet + Con
 cert ticket option). </p><p data-block-key="bhvbq">The Grizzly Paw Brewin
 g Company will be providing drinks (alcohol and soda) …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/tunes-for-tails-2
 024/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Beginner Agility Class with Lisa Young
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241002
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/beginner-agility-
 class-with-lisa-young/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="2tf9r">Registration is now <b>OPEN</b> for 
 our <a id="1671" linktype="page"><b>Beginner Agility classes</b></a>.</p><
 p data-block-key="fd71n">Starting on <b>September 11th\, 2024</b> and runn
 ing for 4 weeks on Wednesday evenings (6:30pm - 7:30pm)\, this class will 
 teach you and your dog the basics of agility while building a stronger bon
 d and connection between you both.</p><p data-block-key="6l6u4">This class
  is for dogs 8 months and older\, and limited to 6 participants (one handl
 er per dog). Dogs must be up-to-date on all vaccines (Rabies\, DAPP\, Bord
 etella) to attend.</p><p data-block-key="5t08l">Registration will close on
  September 6th at noon.</p><ul><li data-block-key="8h797"><b>Price:</b> $1
 50</li><li data-block-key="23tkd"><b>Duration:</b> 4 week session</li><li 
 data-block-key="68bot"><b>Session length:</b> 60 minutes</li><li data-bloc
 k-key="lrc6"><b>Class size:</b> Maximum of …</li></ul>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/beginner-agility-
 class-with-lisa-young/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Dog Day Open House
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240831
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240831
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/dog-day-open-hous
 e/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="psirf">Have you ever wanted to meet our ado
 ptable dogs?</p><p data-block-key="o296">On <b>Saturday August 31\, from 1
 :30pm to 3:00pm</b>\, three of our wonderful\, adoptable dogs will be show
 ing off their great personalities and accepting visitation for our first e
 ver Dog Day Open House! Come on down and join us for this special event.</
 p><p data-block-key="4uget">In order to keep the day positive and stress f
 ree for our dogs\, please read the following before your visit to the Cent
 re:</p><h3 data-block-key="6sksg"><b>What a Visit Will Look Like:</b></h3>
 <ul><li data-block-key="5thn8">All dog visitations will be on a first-come
 \, first-serve basis. Please be advised there may be waiting times to …<
 /li></ul>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/dog-day-open-hous
 e/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Essential Life Skills Class
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240929
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/essential-life-sk
 ills-class-august-2024/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="q5cuu">Starting on <b>August 25th\, 2024</b
 > and running for 5 weeks on Sunday afternoons (3:30pm - 4:30pm)\, this cl
 ass will teach basic behaviours and life skills. <i>(Note: the last class 
 will be on Sunday September 29\, as there there will be NO class on Sunday
  September 22).</i></p><p data-block-key="e5p9t">This class is for dogs 6 
 months and older\, and limited to 6 participants (up to two adult handlers
  per dog\, with one primary handler that will attend each week). Dogs must
  be up-to-date on all vaccines (Rabies\, DAPP\, Bordetella) to attend\, an
 d be spayed/neutered <i>(if your dog is not spayed/neutered please contact
  us …</i></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/essential-life-sk
 ills-class-august-2024/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Garage Sale - Season End
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240824
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/garage-sale-seaso
 n-end/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="250h9">With our first garage sale being a h
 uge success\, we have decided to run another before the summer is out. Spe
 cially featured in this Shed Shop garage sale will be fall and winter seas
 onal items such as dog coats\, sweaters\, booties\, and costumes.</p><p da
 ta-block-key="3k4o4">Join us at the Adoption Centre on<b> Saturday August 
 24\, from noon to 3:30pm</b>\, and get new to lightly used\, affordable su
 pplies for your dog or cat. </p><p data-block-key="foflv">Here are some of
  the treasures you might find:</p><ul><li data-block-key="2vvj9">Leashes\,
  harnesses &amp\; collars</li><li data-block-key="3o175">Food &amp\; water
  supplies (bowls\, puzzle feeders\, automatic feeders\, water fountains)</
 li><li data-block-key="a9a4d">Crates &amp\; kennels (plastic\, metal\, …
 </li></ul>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/garage-sale-seaso
 n-end/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:BVSPCA Garage Sale
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240720
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/bvspca-garage-sal
 e/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="bd315">If you&#x27\;ve been at the Centre l
 ately\, you may have noticed we&#x27\;ve been doing some spring cleaning. 
 Now that summer is here\, it&#x27\;s time for our Shed Shop Garage Sale!</
 p><p data-block-key="c63oo">Join us at the Adoption Centre on Saturday Jul
 y 20\, from noon to 3:30pm\, and get new to lightly used\, affordable supp
 lies for your dog or cat.</p><p data-block-key="8lad2">Here are some of th
 e treasures you might find:</p><ul><li data-block-key="clgq1">Leashes\, ha
 rnesses &amp\; collars</li><li data-block-key="f963d">Food &amp\; water su
 pplies (bowls\, puzzle feeders\, automatic feeders\, water fountains)</li>
 <li data-block-key="ans25">Crates &amp\; kennels (plastic\, metal\, soft-s
 ided)</li><li data-block-key="2jc7a">Beds &amp\; blankets</li><li data-blo
 ck-key="9ac94">Cat tunnels &amp\; scratching posts</li><li data-block-key=
 "41uoj">Toys\, toys\, toys!</li><li data-block-key="bp4om">Dog outdoor …
 </li></ul>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/bvspca-garage-sal
 e/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Stampede Charity Breakfast
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240714
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/stampede-charity-
 breakfast/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="t9wzh">Don your cowboy hats and boots and h
 ead to Table Food + Drink on Sunday July 14\, for a Stampede Breakfast fr
 om 10am to 12pm. This buffet style breakfast is only $12! Hosted by the 
 Coast Canmore Hotel &amp\; Conference Centre\, this event will not only wr
 ap up the Stampede Season\, but $2 from every meal will be generously dona
 ted to the BVSPCA! Can we get a yee-haw! </p><p data-block-key="26ag7"><b>
 Date:</b> July 14\, 2024<br/><b>Time:</b> 10:00am to 12:00pm<br/><b>Locati
 on:</b> Table Food + Drink ( 511 Bow Valley Trail\, Canmore AB)</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/stampede-charity-
 breakfast/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Nine Lives Benefit Brew Launch Party
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240706
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/nine-lives-benefi
 t-brew-launch-party/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="gyhtr">The Grizzly Paw Brewing Company has 
 once again generously created a benefit brew to support the mission of the
  Bow Valley SPCA. Join us on Saturday July 6th\, from 4pm to 7pm at the Gr
 zzly BBQ Beer Garden (310 Old Canmore Road) to celebrate the launch of thi
 s benefit beer! </p><p data-block-key="b2l1a"><i>Nine Lives is a quirky so
 ur ale celebrating a nostalgic fruit blend\, while delivering cat-like fuz
 zy feelings.</i></p><p data-block-key="6ljl2"><i>Proceeds from this delici
 ous brew will be donated to help support the medical and operational expen
 ses of the Bow Valley SPCA.</i></p><p data-block-key="2ev35"><i>After a tr
 emendous success last year\, we&#x27\;ve brought back this brew with …</
 i></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/nine-lives-benefi
 t-brew-launch-party/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:The Drake Fundraiser
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240602
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/the-drake-fundrai
 ser/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="yx6az">Come and enjoy a lazy afternoon with
  family\, friends and a dog or two at <b>The Drake Pub</b> on Sunday\, Jun
 e 2 to support the Bow Valley SPCA. From 2pm to 6pm there will be live mus
 ic (presenting: Six By Four and Wood &amp\; Wire)\, $5 glasses of draft be
 er from Screaming Retriever Brewing Co.\, BBQ\, games and a great silent a
 uction!</p><p data-block-key="8kua2">The donors in Canmore and Banff have 
 been super generous and as a result we have awesome items for you to bid o
 n\, with proceeds going to help the BVSPCA residents. Thanks for helping t
 he dogs and cats …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/the-drake-fundrai
 ser/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Spring Meela's Mixes Fundraiser
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240610
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/spring-meelas-mix
 es-fundraiser/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="ppngm"><b>Meela&#x27\;s Mixes</b> are back!
 </p><p data-block-key="892qq">From May 15th to June 10th\, Meela&#x27\;s i
 s generously donating 30% of each sale of their delicious\, dry mixes to t
 he BVSPCA. Get baking while also helping save lives!</p><p data-block-key=
 "2aqc7">Meela&#x27\;s Mixes are delicious\, dry mixes for homemade and hea
 lthy baking. All you need to do is add wet ingredients! They make perfect 
 gifts or additions to your pantry! Choose from cookies\, muffins\, breads\
 , soups and more!</p><p data-block-key="dcpjl"><b>Orders Due:</b> June 10t
 h</p><p data-block-key="12qav"><b>Pick-up:</b> Bow Valley SPCA Adoption Ce
 ntre\, June 15th (noon to 2pm)</p><h3 data-block-key="7j04r"><a href="http
 s://www.meelas.org/">Click HERE to place your order!*</a></h3><p data-bloc
 k-key="5s79q"><b>*Remember to select Bow Valley SPCA fundraiser when order
 ing.</b></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/spring-meelas-mix
 es-fundraiser/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Spring Draw for Paws (50/50 Raffle)
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240531
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/spring-draw-for-p
 aws-5050-raffle/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="bmhi2">This spring\, help us build financia
 l sustainability for the future of the Bow Valley SPCA by participating in
  our 50/50 draw.</p><p data-block-key="a954u">Ticket sales will run from <
 b>April 16 to May 31\, 2024</b>. The winner will be drawn on June 1\, 2024
  and will take home 50% of ticket sales (up to a maximum of $10\,000)!</p>
 <h2 data-block-key="2t7e2"><a href="https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bowval
 leyspca"><b>Click Here</b> t<b>o Purchase Your Ticket!</b></a></h2><p data
 -block-key="66nn">Funds raised by this raffle will allow us to keep rescui
 ng stray\, abandoned and surrendered dogs and cats in the Bow Valley\, pro
 vide medical treatments and rehabilitation\, and most importantly\, devote
  loving individualized care to each and …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/spring-draw-for-p
 aws-5050-raffle/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:2024 Annual Bottle Drive
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240415
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/2024-annual-bottl
 e-drive/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="rqoms">It’s that time of year again! Our 
 annual bottle drive will run <b>April 1st to 15th</b>. During this time yo
 u can donate your refundable recyclables to the Bow Valley SPCA\, the fund
 s from which will help abandoned\, stray and surrendered dogs and cats.</p
 ><p data-block-key="94er6">On <b>Saturday April 6th</b> and <b>Saturday Ap
 ril 13th</b>\, our amazing volunteer crew will be doing residential pickup
 s <b>throughout the Bow Valley</b>. So start saving your bottles\, cans\, 
 milk cartons\, and juice containers for dogs and cats in need of your supp
 ort! </p><p data-block-key="3tjr9">To request pickup using our secure onli
 ne form\, click below! </p><h2 data-block-key="918pm"><a href="https://for
 ms.gle/RrLgLU8i7Sx5DyKJ9"><b>Click Here </b>t …</a></h2>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/2024-annual-bottl
 e-drive/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Valentine's Day Fundraiser 2024
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240213
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/valentines-day-fu
 ndraiser-2024/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<h2 data-block-key="6jovh">Fundraiser Details</h2><p data-bloc
 k-key="87kt8">Love is in the air\, and we thought it would be a great mont
 h to give the opportunity to spread that love to the Bow Valley SPCA resid
 ent dogs and cats.</p><p data-block-key="2onob">From February 1st to 13th\
 , you can purchase one of three Valentine&#x27\;s Day gifts to send direct
 ly to our animal residents. Not only will the proceeds go to helping dogs 
 and cats in need at the BVSPCA\, but they will also get to celebrate Valen
 tine&#x27\;s Day with a heart\, card or cookie because of you!</p><p data-
 block-key="ajekh">Choose from one of three gift options\, including:</p><u
 l><li data-block-key="cc1u4"><b>Paper Hearts ($10 each): …</b></li></ul>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/valentines-day-fu
 ndraiser-2024/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Pet Photos with Santa
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231203
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/pet-photos-with-s
 anta/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="lf8kt">Christmas has gone to the dogs! Head
  over the the Malcom Hotel in Canmore on the Creekside patio for pet photo
 s with Santa\, hosted by the Mut Hut Emporium in support of the Bow Valley
  SPCA.</p><p data-block-key="lbeh">Photos are $40\, with all proceeds rais
 ed going directly to the Bow Valley SPCA. Thank you Mutt Hut Emporium!</p>
 <p data-block-key="8j7rf">Purchase your tickets ahead of time at the link 
 below. Upon arriving please sign in at the Concierge desk in the main hote
 l lobby.</p><p data-block-key="3a35n">Look for the Bow Valley SPCA volunte
 er blue shirts on site and come on by to say hi!</p><p data-block-key="92n
 80"><b>When:</b> Sunday December …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/pet-photos-with-s
 anta/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Festive High Tea
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231203
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/festive-high-tea/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="r703s">Christmas has gone to the dogs! Head
  over the the Malcom Hotel in Canmore for their 5th Annual High Tea for a 
 Cause. Complete with live entertainment from Harp Angel and a silent art a
 uction\, this is a festive event not to miss!</p><p data-block-key="5nl">P
 roceeds from this event will go to supporting the Bow Valley SPCA.</p><p d
 ata-block-key="dhqbn">Tickets are $55 per person\, and reservations <b>are
 </b> required. Get your ticket today as this event sells out quickly!</p><
 p data-block-key="8td60"><b>When:</b> Sunday December 3\, 2023 from 11:30a
 m to 2:30pm</p><p data-block-key="82tmi"><b>Where:</b> Malcolm Hotel Canmo
 re (321 Spring Creek Dr.)</p><h3 data-block-key="b7epq">Get your tickets <
 a href="https://www.showpass.com/festive-high-tea-christmas-has-gone-to-th
 e-dogs-2/">HERE</a></h3><p data-block-key="79ta0">For more information vis
 it the …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/festive-high-tea/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Giving Tuesday
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231128
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/giving-tuesday/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="dgbfs">Giving Tuesday is just around the co
 rner! This is a big day for all charities and we couldn’t be more excite
 d. We have a generous donor\, Hanna Pestell\, who has agreed to give us <b
 >$10\,000 in matching funds</b> for the day!</p><p data-block-key="7skmn">
 What does that mean for you? If you donate on Tuesday November 28th\, it w
 ill be matched! If you give us $25\, we’ll get $50. If you sign up to be
  a BVSPCA Hero\, your first month will be matched dollar for dollar!</p><p
  data-block-key="84bto">So basically\, it’s a 2-for-1 special that benef
 its all the cats and dogs in our care …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/giving-tuesday/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Bring a Little Love Fundraiser
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231231
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/2023-winter-fundr
 aiser/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="blen0">It’s time for the annual winter fu
 ndraiser campaign at the Bow Valley SPCA. This year\, we realize there’s
  a lot going on. We want to bring some positivity into the community and s
 hine a light on some of the good that’s still happening. We will be brin
 ging you stories of animals whose lives have changed\, and who’ve change
 d some of our lives along the way. We want to celebrate the good times\, a
 nd we invite you to help us <b>bring a little love into the world</b>.</p>
 <p data-block-key="chn5m">Help us reach our <b>goal of $75\,000</b> by the
  end of the year …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/2023-winter-fundr
 aiser/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Tunes for Tails 2023
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231021
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/tunes-for-tails-2
 023/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<h2 data-block-key="vt7cc">EVENT DETAILS</h2><p data-block-key
 ="7pvss">Join us for an evening of music\, food and drinks in support of r
 escue dogs and cats in need!</p><p data-block-key="78vjd"><b>Featuring the
  talents of Mike Petroff and Sue Chick Denton\, this benefit concert will 
 be held October 21st at the Canmore Golf and Curling Club. Doors open at 5
 :30pm\, and the concert will start at 7:00pm. </b></p><p data-block-key="
 3r16p">Carla Cumming Sojonky will be matching ticket sales again this year
 \, so your impact will be doubled!</p><p data-block-key="eq28h">The Grizzl
 y Paw Brewing Company will be providing drinks (alcohol and soda)\, and th
 e Canmore Golf and Curling Club will have a limited dinner menu for …</p
 >
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/tunes-for-tails-2
 023/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Meela's Mixes Fundraiser
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231010
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231105
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/meelas-mixes-fund
 raising/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<h2 data-block-key="pvhig">FUNDRAISER DETAILS</h2><p data-bloc
 k-key="2p4du">Support dogs and cats in need by purchasing your Meela&#x27\
 ;s Mixes today!</p><p data-block-key="blf7l">Meela&#x27\;s Mixes are delic
 ious\, dry mixes for homemade and healthy baking. All you need to do is ad
 d wet ingredients! They make perfect gifts or additions to your pantry! Ch
 oose from cookies\, muffins\, breads\, soups and more!</p><p data-block-ke
 y="ar0un"><b>Orders Due:</b> Extended to November 5th!</p><p data-block-ke
 y="7hfp8"><b>Pick-up:</b> Bow Valley SPCA\, November 10th (1pm to 4pm) <b>
 OR</b> Dirty Dog Car Wash\, November 11th (2pm to 4pm)</p><h3 data-block-k
 ey="2soiq"><a href="https://www.meelas.org/">Click HERE to place your orde
 r!*</a></h3><p data-block-key="8eo0u"><b>*Remember to select Bow Valley SP
 CA fundraiser when ordering.</b></p><p data-block-key="26tbk"></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/meelas-mixes-fund
 raising/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Summer Raffle!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230831
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/summer-raffle/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="20k2t">Start the summer off right by purcha
 sing a ticket to our Summer Raffle! We&#x27\;ve got some amazing prizes to
  be won\, and every ticket purchased will help animals in need!</p><h3 dat
 a-block-key="2emqr"><a href="https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/bvspca">CLICK
  TO PURCHASE TICKETS!</a></h3><p data-block-key="4bfmo">This year\, like e
 very year\, we need your help. We depend on generous donations for the car
 e of our furry residents. These funds are used to allow us to keep rescuin
 g abandoned dogs and cats\, provide medical treatments and rehabilitation\
 , and most importantly\, devote loving individualized care to each and eve
 ry animal until they find their forever homes. <b>The proceeds from this r
 affle will go directly …</b></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/summer-raffle/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Block Party Bark-A-Que
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230624
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/block-party-bark-
 a-que/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<h3 data-block-key="luxzw">About the Event</h3><p data-block-k
 ey="58gv3">After a few years&#x27\; hiatus\, we are excited to announce th
 at our annual Bark-a-Que is making a return! And it is coming back with a 
 twist\; it&#x27\;s a Block Party! We want to welcome everyone and their fu
 rry friends back to the neighbourhood to visit us\, and many of the great 
 businesses from around the block.</p><p data-block-key="3o2df">Join us for
  this family friendly event on <b>June 24th from 12:00-3:00PM</b> in our p
 arking lot! <i>Please note that there will be limited parking available\, 
 so we recommend walking\, biking\, or taking public transit to the event.<
 /i></p><p data-block-key="62smb">We have something for …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/block-party-bark-
 a-que/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Annual Bottle Drive
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230408
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230429
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/annual-bottle-dri
 ve/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="5u6ec">The Bow Valley SPCA Annual Bottle Dr
 ive is back again this year in April!<br/></p><p data-block-key="3j9vq">Ea
 ch Saturday morning from <b>April 8th - 29th</b>\, our amazing volunteer c
 rew will be doing residential pickups <b>throughout the Bow Valley</b>. So
  start saving your bottles\, cans\, milk cartons\, and juice containers fo
 r dogs and cats in need of your support! To request pickup using our secur
 e online form\, click below!</p><h2 data-block-key="4d7f7"><a href="https:
 //forms.gle/QYRwpGSABDqUmbtt7">CLICK HERE TO REQUEST PICKUP</a></h2><p dat
 a-block-key="ae1ft">If you are part of a business that would like to parti
 cipate\, please send an email to volunteers@bowvalleyspca.org and we will 
 arrange a pickup date/time that suits your …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/annual-bottle-dri
 ve/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:FHO Surgery for Skippy Fundraiser
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230224
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/fho-surgery-for-s
 kippy-fundraiser/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<h3 data-block-key="tp1fn">UPDATE: The funds were raised in le
 ss than 7 hours. A million thanks to everyone that donated and shared word
 s of support! </h3><p data-block-key="7vfri"></p><p data-block-key="c80a6"
 >Skippy was urgently transferred to us from Siksika Nation\, as they do no
 t currently have a shelter facility. No other shelter in Alberta would tak
 e him on\, and he was facing euthanasia within days of us hearing about hi
 m\, as a last resort after exhausting all other options. It wasn&#x27\;t a
  question that we would step up to get him the care he so desperately need
 ed. After arriving and having his first vet trip with us\, it was …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/fho-surgery-for-s
 kippy-fundraiser/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Raffle for Rescues
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230214
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/raffle-for-rescue
 s/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<h4 data-block-key="2othv">The Bow Valley SPCA is excited to a
 nnounce the launch of our 2023 Raffle for Rescues just in time for Valenti
 ne&#x27\;s Day\, which will run January 20th - February 14th. </h4><p dat
 a-block-key="5uah8">Thanks to support from our generous community\, here a
 re the fun prize baskets generously donated to us\, that will be drawn in 
 this Raffle for Rescues.</p><ol><li data-block-key="51pam">Love Dining Out
  Basket <i>(Value $175)</i> - <b>$100 Gift Certificate from Fergus and Bix
 </b>\, Godiva and assorted chocolates\, bottle of red wine\, 2 wine glasse
 s\, Valentine&#x27\;s Day themed tea towels</li><li data-block-key="bnnnp"
 >Self Care &amp\; Love Basket<i> (Value $175)</i> - <b>$100 Gift Certifica
 te from Rapunzel&#x27\;s …</b></li></ol>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/raffle-for-rescue
 s/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Betty White Challenge
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230117
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/betty-white-chall
 enge/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="o3mk9">The Betty White challenge is on! Bet
 ty White made a monumental impact on animal rescue and welfare\, and we ar
 e once again participating in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashta
 g/bettywhitechallenge?__eep__=6&amp\;__cft__[0]=AZXktN6p7LwmnAMOqH8djCMc7e
 xZB8p9Fc9auGvMaAJrZ548BnRSxAg0vX2OFYuJqbox3bOOouUi-xsbVLAkQYKbq8DSCnJHpK_H
 lLJj6sxDiIxfyE9dJqbsOamgJr6kqX80F-EoRsU8BeNz3MzcM-X-Mw_yoPEEc7hkalcfMxhIQm
 8G5GEbhXtQOu2JdqD9ZF_rtR9OHNwu3nWjPoOut7RT&amp\;__tn__=*NK-R">#BettyWhiteC
 hallenge</a> TODAY and challenge you to donate to an animal welfare organi
 zation of your choosing to continue her legacy! </p><p data-block-key="183
 7i">Last year\, we raised over $5000 in her honour\, to help us to continu
 e to rescue dogs and cats in need\, and to celebrate her memory\, her kind
 ness\, and her passion for animals. We hope to do the same again this year
 ! </p><p data-block-key="dk6ae"><a id="154" linktype="page">Donate today</
 a> on what would have been Betty White&#x27\;s 101st Birthday! </p><p data
 -block-key="fbv6u"></p><embed alt="Betty White (2)" embedtype="image" form
 at="fullwidth" id="4456"/><p data-block-key="fi63r"></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/betty-white-chall
 enge/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Christmas Has Gone to the Dogs 2022!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221204
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/christmas-has-gon
 e-to-the-dogs-2022/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="y42w5">Christmas Has Gone to the Dogs once 
 again this year\, with this great event put on by The Malcolm Hotel and sp
 onsored by Mut Hut Pet Emporium! </p><p data-block-key="162lv"></p><p data
 -block-key="dvkfn">On December 4th from 9:00AM-1:00PM\, bring your pet for
  a photo with Santa at the Creekside Patio! We will be onsite to answer an
 y questions you have about our organization\, and full proceeds from Santa
  Photos will be donated to the Bow Valley SPCA. </p><p data-block-key="7p4
 v9"></p><p data-block-key="alfeq">From 12:00PM-3:00PM\, reserve your table
  at the Festive High Tea in the Stirling Grill. Enjoy live entertainment b
 y Harp Angel\, bid on our Silent Art Auction\, and enjoy a …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/christmas-has-gon
 e-to-the-dogs-2022/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Give Love Fundraising Campaign
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221121
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221231
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/give-love-fundrai
 sing-campaign/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="l1z6i"> </p><p data-block-key="43n6c">This 
 holiday season\, we’re asking you to <i>Give Love</i>.</p><p data-block-
 key="9isg6">The generosity of donors is essential to the Bow Valley SPCA. 
 Donations enable our staff and volunteers to make a difference and change 
 the lives of abandoned cats and dogs\, and the families that adopt them.</
 p><p data-block-key="d5b95">More than 70% of our funding depends on donors
  like you who provide the resources needed to care for our residents. In r
 eturn\, you have the satisfaction of making an important difference in the
  lives of hundreds of animals and people in the Bow Valley each year.</p><
 p data-block-key="bv6un">Our fundraising <b>goal</b> this year is <b>$75\,
 000 …</b></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/give-love-fundrai
 sing-campaign/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Tunes for Tails 2022
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221022
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/tunes-for-tails-2
 022/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="marjk">Join us for an evening of music\, an
 d food and drinks\, in support of rescue dogs and cats in need!</p><h3 dat
 a-block-key="aa8s4"><a href="https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/bow-
 valley-spca/events/tunes-for-tails-2022/">Click to purchase tickets!</a></
 h3><p data-block-key="7hjqe"><b>Featuring the talents of Mike Petroff and 
 Lori Reid\, this benefit concert will be held October 22nd at the Canmore 
 Golf and Curling Club. Doors open at 5:30pm\, and the concert will start a
 t 7:00pm.</b></p><p data-block-key="bkcaa">Carla Cumming Sojonky will be m
 atching ticket sales again this year\, so your impact will be doubled!</p>
 <p data-block-key="9cv7c">The Grizzly Paw Brewing Company will be providin
 g drinks (alcohol and soda)\, and the Canmore Golf and Curling Club will h
 ave a limited dinner …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/tunes-for-tails-2
 022/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Name the Litter FUNdraising Campaign
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221015
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/name-the-litter-f
 undraising-campaign/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<h4 data-block-key="0gbrl">Ever had a great fundraising idea? 
 Now’s your chance to put your idea to the test to raise funds for the Bo
 w Valley SPCA! The winner that raises the most will have the opportunity t
 o name our next litter\, and more! Read below for details and to register.
 </h4><p data-block-key="1e1ce">We are so inspired by the kids in our commu
 nity that raise money in creative ways\, like lemonade stands\, selling fr
 iendship bracelets\, and donating their birthday money. And the fact that 
 these generous kids choose to donate to help rescued dogs and cats in need
  instead of keeping the money for themselves …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/name-the-litter-f
 undraising-campaign/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Benji Benefit Beer Release Party!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220819
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/benji-benefit-bee
 r-release-party/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="2qsa0">Each year the <a href="https://www.f
 acebook.com/TheGrizzlyPawBrewingCompany/?__cft__[0]=AZV3zuOr96Q0MYl2tFjG9x
 4Xo5wE5BylePMTuib_kADeDB9RsyxO_9CLXgyUVanzTtu03BELXH4unOtRvA4IHIU4Y2Vcsj30
 PQhJWAhi293oHbi3EUCgZbbNf0pRA7fiQ6yo-ssAlbqLE3shF7wr1UQLzg4U48cPt6E321a5E-
 I140zBuSGNre8pnDFm3TN5B7tBGvouv8QK4JW7KHacZe_B&amp\;__tn__=kK*F"><b>The Gr
 izzly Paw Brewing Company</b></a> creates a benefit brew highlighting one 
 of our residents\, and this year could be none other than Benji! Benji has
  been in our care over a year\, but we know his perfect home is out there!
 <br/></p><p data-block-key="befo2">A portion of the proceeds from this lig
 ht\, fruity\, session IPA will be donated to us\, in support of medical an
 d operation expenses.<br/></p><p data-block-key="8jhgc"><b>This Friday\, A
 ugust 19th from 4:00-7:00pm\, join us at GrizzlyBBQ (310 Old Canmore Rd.)<
 /b> for the official release party\, to celebrate Benji and all the other 
 adoptables in our care! Come taste the …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/benji-benefit-bee
 r-release-party/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:July Agility Classes
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220710
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/july-agility-clas
 ses/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="fz012">This class is a beginner agility tra
 ining class\, to introduce you and your pup to agility training. This is a
  fun class where you will build a stronger connection with your dog and l
 earn the basics of agility. This is not an obedience class. Dogs must be d
 og friendly. Class will start with a short off-leash play for dogs to mee
 t and greet. All dogs will be on leash while awaiting their turn on the e
 quipment during the formal class.</p><p data-block-key="5g4rj">We will hav
 e two classes in July -  a Wednesday evening class and a Sunday afternoon 
 class</p><h2 data-block-key="b4dbl"><a id="1671" linktype="page">Click her
 e for …</a></h2>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/july-agility-clas
 ses/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:July Puppy Socialization Class
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220707
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/july-puppy-social
 ization-class/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="6bscb">Puppy socialization classes are an a
 dventure\, both for you and your pup! Puppy socialization class is for pup
 pies aged 3 - 5 months\, intended for them to interact with other dogs dur
 ing this critical socialization period and learn how to socialize with oth
 er dogs. Class is held in our <i>newly landscaped</i> outdoor play pen. Ou
 r class facilitators ensure that play is positive and controlled\, and wil
 l also provide some useful tips and tricks on puppy ownership while your p
 ups play! </p><h2 data-block-key="lpvv"><a id="1132" linktype="page">Click
  here for more information and to register</a></h2>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/july-puppy-social
 ization-class/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Celebrating 15 Years 50/50 Raffle
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220702
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220831
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/celebrating-15-ye
 ars-5050-raffle/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="tup3q">To celebrate the 15 Year Anniversary
  of opening the doors to the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre\, home 
 of the Bow Valley SPCA\, we are hosting a 50/50 raffle with a goal of a $1
 5\,000 jackpot!</p><h2 data-block-key="fo9f9"><a href="https://www.raffleb
 ox.ca/raffle/bvspca5050">Click here to get your tickets today!</a></h2><p 
 data-block-key="2eig2">This summer\, help us celebrate our 15th year anniv
 ersary and help us build financial sustainability for the future. Funds ra
 ised by this raffle will allow us to keep rescuing abandoned dogs and cats
  in the Bow Valley\, provide medical treatments and rehabilitation\, and m
 ost importantly\, devote loving individualized care to each and every anim
 al until they find …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/celebrating-15-ye
 ars-5050-raffle/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Celebrating 15 Years!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220702
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220702
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/celebrating-15-ye
 ars/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="kxgo0">Presented by Stonewaters and Dirty D
 og Grooming Salon\, join us in celebrating the 15 Year Anniversary of open
 ing the doors to the Carla Cumming Sojonky Adoption Centre\, home of the B
 ow Valley SPCA! </p><p data-block-key="2orkt"></p><p data-block-key="73t7o
 ">Join us in the <b>Stonewaters parking lot downtown Canmore\, on July 2nd
  from 10:00AM-2:00PM</b> for the festivities! Enjoy great food (for you <i
 >and</i> your pet)\, curated shopping experiences for you and your furry f
 riend\, face painting\, nail trims for your dog\, and more! Plus\, we will
  be kicking off a 50/50 raffle with a goal of a $15\,000 jackpot to suppor
 t rescued dogs and cats in need. …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/celebrating-15-ye
 ars/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Puppy Socialization Class May 12th-June 2nd
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220512
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220602
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/puppy-socializati
 on-class-may-12th-june-2nd/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<h3 data-block-key="y95kg">Class Details  </h3><p data-block-k
 ey="37b5a">Puppy socialization classes are an adventure\, both for you and
  your pup! Puppy socialization class is for puppies aged 3 - 5 months\, in
 tended for them to interact with other dogs during this critical socializa
 tion period and learn how to socialize with other dogs. Class is held in o
 ur <i>newly landscaped</i> outdoor play pen. Our class facilitators ensure
  that play is positive and controlled\, and will also provide some useful 
 tips and tricks on puppy ownership while your pups play!</p><h4 data-block
 -key="7cs3v"><a id="1132" linktype="page">Click here to redirect to our in
 formation and signup page</a></h4>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/puppy-socializati
 on-class-may-12th-june-2nd/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Spring Raffle
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220618
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/spring-raffle2022
 /
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<h4 data-block-key="z329c">Event Details</h4><p data-block-key
 ="7vh6f">Our Spring Raffle is back again this year\, and the prizes are be
 tter than ever! We depend on generous donations for the care of our furry 
 residents. The funds from this raffle will be used to allow us to keep re
 scuing abandoned dogs and cats\, provide medical treatments and rehabilita
 tion\, and most importantly\, devote loving individualized care to each an
 d every animal until they find their forever homes. </p><p data-block-key
 ="7g2eo">Raffle tickets can be purchased from May 6th - June 17th starting
  at $10.00/ticket\, with the draw happening on June 18th at the Carla Cumm
 ing Sojonky Adoption Centre. Last year\, …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/spring-raffle2022
 /
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Recycle For Rescues Bottle Drive
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220326
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/recycle-for-rescu
 es-bottle-drive/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="j95ax">Start saving your refundables for ou
 r annual March Bottle Drive! Save yourself a trip to the depot and help re
 scued dogs and cats in need at the same time.</p><p data-block-key="cibro"
 >We will be running pickup throughout the Bow Valley each Saturday morning
  in the month of March. If you prefer to bring your bottles to the depot y
 ourself\, as for your returns to be donated to our permanent accounts at t
 he Canmore and Banff Depots.</p><p data-block-key="3eao2"><a href="https:/
 /forms.gle/2uF2Ln3y83cKC9mUA">CLICK TO REQUEST PICKUP</a></p><p data-block
 -key="5tjqp">This is one of the easiest ways to support us\, yet one that 
 makes a big impact in the lives of the …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/recycle-for-rescu
 es-bottle-drive/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Portraits of Love
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220124
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/portraits-of-love
 /
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="if02f">Our Portraits of Love Valentine's fu
 ndraiser is back by popular demand! </p><p data-block-key="bg88k">To cele
 brate Valentine’s Day\, we are offering portraits of your four-legged lo
 ved ones! For $25\, we will give you an artist’s rendering of your furry
  valentine.</p><p data-block-key="ejegl">But here's the catch - we only ha
 ve a few talented artists (Margo Petroff\, Stacey MacMillan\, and Claire 
 Beattie)\, supplemented with a fine group of dedicated volunteers with a l
 ot of heart\, yet questionable artistic talent. So you may get a beautiful
  pet portrait from a skilled artist\, or you may get... something else.</p
 ><p data-block-key="4nteh">Either way\, it will be a portrait made with 
 …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/portraits-of-love
 /
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Christmas Has Gone to the Dogs!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211211
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211211
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/christmas-has-gon
 e-to-the-dogs/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<h3 data-block-key="e8t9k">Christmas Has Gone to the Dogs!</h3
 ><p data-block-key="a93jl">Presented by The Malcolm Hotel and Mut Hut Pet 
 Emporium\, get ready for a festive day of pet Santa photos\, enjoy a beaut
 iful holiday high tea\, plus extra perks - all in support of the Bow Valle
 y SPCA!</p><h3 data-block-key="2brgq">Pet Photos with Santa</h3><p data-bl
 ock-key="mmd4">Snap a memorable photo of your pet with Santa Paws\, and be
  gifted a special treat from Santa too! Plus\, proceeds from the event wil
 l help rescue dogs and cats in need at the Bow Valley SPCA!</p><p data-blo
 ck-key="3pa3p"><b>Location</b>: The Malcolm Hotel Candy Cane lane located 
 on the creek-side patio. Please follow …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/christmas-has-gon
 e-to-the-dogs/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Tunes for Tails 2021
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211023
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/tunes-for-tails-2
 021/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p data-block-key="0982x">Join us for an evening of music in s
 upport of rescue dogs and cats in need!</p><h4 data-block-key="e1cb4"><b>F
 eaturing the talents of Mike Petroff and Lori Reid\, this fundraising conc
 ert will be held October 23rd at the Canmore Golf and Curling Club. Doors 
 open at 5:30pm\, and the concert starts at 7:00pm. </b></h4><p data-block
 -key="4233p"><b>Carla Cumming Sojonky</b> will be matching ticket sales\, 
 so your impact will be boosted! <b>The Grizzly Paw Brewery</b> will be off
 ering beers and sodas\, with sales donated to the BVSPCA\, and we will hav
 e a <b>cash-only 50/50 raffle</b>\, with proceeds supporting the BVSPCA. 
 </p><h4 data-block-key="ea0as"><a href="https://www.canadahelps.org/en/cha
 rities/bow-valley-spca/events/tunes-for-tails/">Click here to purchase tic
 kets!</a></h4><p data-block-key="7kl5u"></p><hr/><p data-block-key="1kr3q"
 ></p><p data-block-key="apia6"><i>Note: …</i></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/tunes-for-tails-2
 021/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Autumn Pet Portraits!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210928
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/autumn-pet-portra
 its/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<h3 data-block-key="wl04w">Summary of Event and Photographers:
 </h3><p data-block-key="409bf">Autumn Pet Portraits are back once again th
 is year\, with two brand new locations to set the perfect fall backdrop to
  capture stunning portraits of you and your pets!<br/></p><p data-block-ke
 y="2jtps">Local photographers <a href="http://www.500px.com/jenksphoto">Pa
 m Jenks</a>\, <a href="https://www.stasiaschmidt.com/">Stasia Schmidt</a>\
 , <a href="https://www.neilbatesphoto.com/index">Neil Bates</a> and <a hre
 f="https://instagram.com/copperbluephotography?utm_medium=copy_link">Laura
  Colpitts</a>\, are graciously lending their time and stellar photography 
 skills to capture the perfect shot of your pets!</p><h3 data-block-key="aa
 bhs">Details:</h3><ul><li data-block-key="e4ejt">Photos at Canmore Ranch w
 ill be available September 23rd and 24th</li><li data-block-key="3c66p">Ph
 otos at The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel will be available September 28th 
 - CANCELLED</li><li data-block-key="5pgqc">20 minute timeslots</li><li dat
 a-block-key="ceglp">10 professional digital photos</li><li data-block-key=
 "cmh4k">$75.00 (full …</li></ul>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/autumn-pet-portra
 its/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Spring Raffle!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210617
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/spring-raffle/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<h3>Overview of Event</h3><p>We are excited to announce the la
 unch of our Spring Raffle! We depend on generous donations for the care of
  our furry residents. The funds from this raffle will be used to allow us
  to keep rescuing abandoned dogs and cats\, provide medical treatments and
  rehabilitation\, and most importantly\, devote loving individualized care
  to each and every animal until they find their forever homes. </p><p>Raf
 fle tickets can be purchased from May 7th - June 17th starting at $10.00/t
 icket\, with the draw happening on June 18th at the Carla Cumming Sojonky 
 Adoption Centre. Players must reside in Alberta …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/spring-raffle/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:March Bottle Drive!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210327
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/march-bottle-driv
 e/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Thanks to the amazing support of our community and voluntee
 rs\, our last bottle drive was a huge success\, so we have decided to host
  another! The funds from our March bottle drive will go toward feeding the
  rescued cats and dogs in our care\, to ensure their bellies are full. We 
 will have pickup across the Bow Valley\, including Canmore\, Banff\, Lake 
 Louise\, Exshaw\, Lac Des Arcs\, and Dead Man&#x27\;s Flats!</p><p></p><p>
 This time\, we will have weekly residential pickups on Saturday March 6th\
 , 13th\, 20th\, and 27th! To signup for pickup\, please <a href="https://f
 orms.gle/djzrWMEXUfsFDqC38">CLICK HERE</a> to fill out the form to …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/march-bottle-driv
 e/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Portraits of Love Valentine's Fundraiser
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210214
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/portraits-love-va
 lentines-fundraiser/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<h3>Summary of Event</h3><p>To celebrate Valentine’s Day\, w
 e are offering portraits of your four-legged loved one! For a $25 donation
 \, we will give you an artist’s rendering of your furry valentine.</p><p
 >But here&#x27\;s the catch: we only have one professional artist\, and a 
 number of dedicated volunteers with no artistic skill\, but all with a lot
  of heart. So you may get a beautiful pet portrait from local artist Margo
  Petroff\, or you may get... something else. Luck of the draw! Either way\
 , it will be a portrait made with love.</p><h3>Event Details</h3><p>Ticket
 s (your $25 donation) will be on …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/portraits-love-va
 lentines-fundraiser/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:50/50 Fundraising Raffle!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201220
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/5050-fundraising-
 raffle/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>We are excited to announce the launch of this raffle in sup
 port of our yearly Winter Campaign!</p><p><a href="https://rafflebox.ca/ra
 ffle/bvspca">CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS!</a></p><p>This holiday season
 \, we need your help to do something great together. We depend on generous
  donations for the care of our furry residents.</p><p>These funds are used
  to allow us to keep rescuing abandoned dogs and cats\, provide medical tr
 eatments and rehabilitation\, and most importantly\, devote loving individ
 ualized care to each and every animal until they find their forever homes.
 </p><p>Ticket sales close December 20th\, and the draw will take place on 
 December 22nd. You will have …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/5050-fundraising-
 raffle/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Puppy Yoga with Kayla from Positive Healing - DATE CHANGED
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201025
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/puppy-yoga-kayla-
 positive-healing/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<h3>DATE CHANGED DUE TO WEATHER - POSTPONED TO OCT 25</h3><p>P
 uppy yoga (yoga for humans\, but with the added cuteness of puppies runnin
 g around) led by Kayla from Positive Healing! ALL proceeds go towards our 
 van fundraiser\, so hang out with some puppies while also supporting a goo
 d cause!</p><h4>Date: October 25\, 2020</h4><h4>Time: 1:00PM-2:00PM</h4><h
 4>Cost: $20.00 per person</h4><p>This event will be held outdoors at our c
 entre\, so please dress accordingly for the weather. COVID-19 precautions 
 will be in effect\, and participants will be placed at a minimum of 6ft fr
 om one another to allow for social distancing measures. …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/puppy-yoga-kayla-
 positive-healing/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Our Paws & Pearls Gala - POSTPONED!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201003
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/our-paws-pearls-g
 ala/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<h4 data-block-key="7sgsm"><b>POSTPONED</b></h4><p data-block-
 key="tntpx"></p><p data-block-key="i8cb4">Join the Bow Valley SPCA for the
  event of the year!</p><p data-block-key="ty0vb"></p><p data-block-key="lo
 2hm">This year&#x27\;s Gala celebrates 13 years of Making a Difference\, C
 hanging Lives and finding deserving animals their forever homes!</p><p dat
 a-block-key="wj21j">We are pleased to invite you to join us for our Paws &
 amp\; Pearls Gala at The Malcolm Hotel on Saturday October 3rd 2020.</p><p
  data-block-key="dtlfa">Start your evening with a complimentary glass of p
 rosecco and a warm welcome from some of our past and present doggy residen
 ts! Enjoy a pre-party cocktail from 7pm to 7:30pm before our doors open to
  the multiple party rooms that you will have access to …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/our-paws-pearls-g
 ala/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Fall Pet Portraits!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201010
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/fall-pet-portrait
 s/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>It&#x27\;s that time of year again! Fall is upon us and it 
 sets a backdrop in the Rockies that can&#x27\;t be missed!</p><p>This year
  you can capture that purrrfect moment with your companion and help us rai
 se money for a new van all in one go!</p><p></p><p>We have three local pho
 tographers who are lovingly giving their time and talent for the sake of o
 ur furry friends and their new ride.</p><p></p><p><a href="https://www.cam
 illenathania.com">Camille Nathania</a></p><p><a href="https://www.photlo.c
 om/CA/Banff/756557941182454/Ash-Platt-Photography">Ash Platt</a></p><p><a 
 href="http://silckerodt.com/">Georgi Silckerodt</a></p><p></p><p></p><h4>D
 etails:<br/><br/>-20 minute timeslots<br/>-10 digital photos<br/>-$75.00 (
 ALL proceeds go to our &quot\;<a href="https://www.canadahelps.org/en/char
 ities/bow-valley-spca/campaign/new-van-campaign/">RIP Helga- A Fundraiser 
 to Keep Us Moving</a>&quot\;)<br/>-Dogs …</h4>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/fall-pet-portrait
 s/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200617
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-night-6/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Looking to become a volunteer? Come out to the Bow Valley S
 PCA and help our animals while they await their forever homes. Our volunte
 ers enjoy giving back while helping animals in need. Our organization need
 s your support\, we could not do this without people like you.<br/><br/>To
  become a volunteer you must first sign up and fill out your volunteer app
 lication (can be found under the &quot\;get involved&quot\; tab)</p><p>Get
  a recent Criminal Records Check (we can give you a form in person so that
  it&#x27\;s free)</p><p>Then the volunteer orientation which is an importa
 nt step to learn about our …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-night-6/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation (POSTPONED)
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200520
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-night-5/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p><b>All Volunteer Orientations will be POSTPONED until furth
 er notice.  Thanks for your understanding!</b></p><p></p><p>Looking to bec
 ome a volunteer? Come out to the Bow Valley SPCA and help our animals whil
 e they await their forever homes. Our volunteers enjoy giving back while h
 elping animals in need. Our organization needs your support\, we could not
  do this without people like you.<br/><br/>To become a volunteer you must 
 first sign up and fill out your volunteer application (can be found under 
 the &quot\;get involved&quot\; tab)</p><p>Get a recent Criminal Records Ch
 eck (we can give you a form in person so that it&#x27\;s free) …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-night-5/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200318
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200318
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-night-3/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Looking to become a volunteer?  Come out to the Bow Valley 
 SPCA and help our animals while they await their forever homes. Our volunt
 eers enjoy giving back while helping animals in need. Our organization nee
 ds your support\, we could not do this without people like you.<br/><br/>T
 o become a volunteer you must first sign up and fill out your volunteer ap
 plication (can be found under the &quot\;get involved&quot\; tab)</p><p>Ge
 t a recent Criminal Records Check (we can give you a form in person so tha
 t it&#x27\;s free)</p><p>Then the volunteer orientation which is an import
 ant step to learn about our …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-night-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200219
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-night-2/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Looking to become a volunteer? Come out to the Bow Valley S
 PCA and help our animals while they await their forever homes. Our volunte
 ers enjoy giving back while helping animals in need. Our organization need
 s your support\, we could not do this without people like you.<br/><br/>To
  become a volunteer you must first sign up and fill out your volunteer app
 lication (can be found under the &quot\;get involved&quot\; tab)</p><p>Get
  a recent Criminal Records Check (we can give you a form in person so that
  it&#x27\;s free)</p><p>Then the volunteer orientation which is an importa
 nt step to learn about our …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-night-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Family Day Event
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200217
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/family-day-event/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>We are bringing back our annual Family Day event. On Februa
 ry 17th from 12pm- 3pm at the Carla Cummings Adoption Center we will be ho
 sting this fun\, family friendly event. There will be crafts\, center tour
 s\, demonstrations from our dog handlers\, a scavenger hunt and more! Visi
 ting with the cats as well as some hot beverages and snacks will be availa
 ble. Come by and spend some quality time with the ones you love while stil
 l supporting a local cause.</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/family-day-event/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Essential Life Skills Jan 18 to Feb 8th!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200208
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/essential-life-sk
 ills-jan-18-feb-8th/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Bow Valley SPCA is offering Dog training Classes that w
 ill be focused on teaching “Essential Life Skills” to dogs and their h
 uman companion(s). The course will be held at the Carla Cumming Sojonky Ad
 option Centre from 10:00 am to 10:50 am for 4 weeks. The cost is $150. Thi
 s course is for dogs 6 months or older. 100% of your registration fee goes
  to the SPCA. So not only are you helping your dog by attending but you ar
 e helping our dogs too!Classes will be limited to 6 dogs and registration 
 is on a first come first served basis.(Please …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/essential-life-sk
 ills-jan-18-feb-8th/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200115
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-night/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Looking to become a volunteer? Come out to the Bow Valley S
 PCA and help our animals while they await their forever homes. Our volunte
 ers enjoy giving back while helping animals in need. Our organization need
 s your support\, we could not do this without people like you.<br/><br/>To
  become a volunteer you must first sign up and fill out your volunteer app
 lication (can be found under the &quot\;get involved&quot\; tab)</p><p>Get
  a recent Criminal Records Check (we can give you a form in person so that
  it&#x27\;s free)</p><p>Then the volunteer orientation which is an importa
 nt step to learn about our …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-night/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Paw-sta & Pet-za Night
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191202
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/paw-sta-pet-za-ni
 ght/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Rocky Mountain Flatbread and Grizzly Paw Brewing have teame
 d up to host a fundraiser for the Bow Valley SPCA. On December 2nd from 4p
 m- close the Flatbread will be donating 10% of all sales (including take-o
 ut) as well as all proceeds from any Grizzly Paw Brewing purchased on tap.
  Come on down and fill your bellies for a great cause!</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/paw-sta-pet-za-ni
 ght/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Santa Photos
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191207
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/santa-photos/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>It&#x27\;s that time of year! Come get your furry friend a 
 photo with the big man himself. We will have Photos with Santa on:<br/><br
 />Sunday December 1st 11am-3pm @ The Banff Dog House</p><p>Saturday Decemb
 er 7th 12pm-4pm @ Carla Sojonky Adoption Centre</p><p></p><p>Photos are by
  donation with a minimum donation of $10 and all proceeds will go directly
  to the Bow Valley SPCA. Come make memories while supporting a great local
  cause!</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/santa-photos/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191106
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Want to join our team of wonderful volunteers! It&#x27\;s e
 asy! Follow the instructions <a href="https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/volunt
 eers/how-volunteer/">here</a> and sign up as a volunteer. Next step is to 
 sign up for the <a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e094ca8a82dabfd
 0-bowvalley">volunteer orientation</a> as spots are filling quickly. A rec
 ent criminal records check will also be required but we can give you docum
 entation so that it is free!<br/><br/>Come join a great cause as well as s
 pending quality time with our furry friends. Your support is greatly appre
 ciated and all our resident kitties and pooches thank you!</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Christmas Raffle
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191214
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/christmas-raffle/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p></p><p>This year the Bow Valley SPCA’s annual Christmas R
 affle is sure to be a people pleaser. Ticket are $10 each and all proceeds
  go directly back to the Bow Valley SPCA and supporting our furry friends 
 while they await their forever homes. Tickets can be purchased at the Canm
 ore Veterinarian Hospital\, Bow River Veterinarian Hospital\, Pet Planet o
 r online. This years prizes include:</p><ol><li>Iron Goat – Chef at home
  for 6 guests (Valued at $600)</li><li>Banff Centre Hotel 1 night with bre
 akfast for 2 plus Ski Big 3 lift tickets x 2 + $25 Rose &amp\; Crown GC (V
 alued at …</li></ol>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/christmas-raffle/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Canoe For A Cause: supporting the Bow Valley SPCA
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190827
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/canoe-cause-suppo
 rting-bow-valley-spca/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>From 10 Am to 7 PM on August 27thst the Banff Canoe Club is
  hosting their annual community day to raise funds for local charities. Th
 ey will be offering all canoe\, kayak and SUP rentals by donation and cond
 ucting a silent auction and 50/50 draw. The Banff Canoe Club has selected 
 the Bow Valley SPCA to be one of the charity recipients. Click <a href="ht
 tps://www.facebook.com/events/2971247579557973/">here</a> to see more deta
 ils.</p><p></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/canoe-cause-suppo
 rting-bow-valley-spca/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:National Dog Day BBQ – Grizzly Paw and Bow Valley SPCA - August 
 25 Noon to 2 PM
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190825
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/national-dog-day-
 bbq-grizzly-paw-and-bow-valley-spca-august-25-noon-to-2-pm/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Yes\, we are celebrating National Dog Day one day early but
  why not (NDD is actually on August 26)? </p><p>Come join us for some fun 
 at the Grizzly Paw. If you don’t make it to the Cask Night on August 16\
 , this may give you the chance to try out our namesake brew for 2019\, Ama
 zing Grace.</p><p>See you at the Grizzly Paw Brewery.</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/national-dog-day-
 bbq-grizzly-paw-and-bow-valley-spca-august-25-noon-to-2-pm/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Bow Valley SPCA Bark-A-Que August 17 - Noon to 4 PM.
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190817
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/bow-valley-spca-b
 ark-que-august-17-noon-4-pm/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Want to have some summer fun? <b>Of course you do.</b></p><
 p>Come join us at the Event of the Summer – the Bow Valley SPCA Bark-A-Q
 ue!</p><p>Food\, music and activities for all.</p><p>Hope to see you on Au
 gust 17 at the Carla Cummings Sojonky Adoption Centre\, 123 Bow Meadows Cr
 es. in Canmore\, Alberta</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/bow-valley-spca-b
 ark-que-august-17-noon-4-pm/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Grizzly Paw – Bow Valley SPCA Cask Night - Evening of August 16
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190816
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190816
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/grizzly-paw-bow-v
 alley-spca-cask-night-evening-of-august-16/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Join us from 5 to 7 PM on August 16 at the Grizzly Paw Pub 
 for the unveiling of the new brew\, Amazing Grace--Belgian Pale Ale. This 
 craft brew is in honour of Grace\, one of the Bow Valley SPCA’s wonderfu
 l mothers.</p><p>The Grizzly Paw is making a special run of Belgian Pale A
 le just for the Bow Valley SPCA. and you can be one of the first to taste.
 </p><p>Better yet\, for every pint ordered\, Grizzly Paw will donate $2 to
  the BVSPCA.  Click <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/4705670637406
 37/">here</a> to see more about the event.</p><p></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/grizzly-paw-bow-v
 alley-spca-cask-night-evening-of-august-16/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Bark-A-Que Raffle: where to get your tickets
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190817
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/bark-que-raffle/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>This years Bark- A- Que Raffle has some awesome prizes. All
  ticket proceeds go directly to the Bow Valley SPCA so we can continue to 
 provide the best care for our dogs and cats. Tickets can be purchased <a h
 ref="https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/bow-valley-spca/events/bark-
 a-que-raffle/">online</a>\, at the centre\, or at either of the veterinari
 an clinics (Canmore Veterinary Hospital or Bow River Veterinary Centre) in
  Canmore.<br/></p><p>Purchase your tickets on line <a href="https://www.ca
 nadahelps.org/en/charities/bow-valley-spca/events/bark-a-que-raffle">here<
 /a><br/></p><p>This years prizes include:</p><p>1) Baker Creek Lodge Suite
 - 1 Night Stay</p><p>2) Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary Intro Tour for 4</p><p>
 3) Handcrafted Wooden Train Set</p><p>Tickets are $10</p><p>Draw date will
  be August 17th\, …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/bark-que-raffle/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Open Paw® Dog Training-May 2019
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190603
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/open-paw-dog-trai
 ning-may-2019/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p><a href="http://openpaw.org/about/shelters.html">Open Paw</
 a>  dog training is necessary if you would like to work with our canine  f
 riends. For volunteers interested in walking a dog (Level 3 training)\,  s
 atisfactory completion of <b>both</b> sessions of the Open Paw training  (
 February 25 and March 4) plus two additional sessions with senior  volunte
 ers are required. The sessions begin at 6:00 PM and will take  about 1.5 h
 ours each.<br/></p><p>Open Paw® training is valuable because it  provides
  insights in the proper ways to manage dogs\, even for people who  have ha
 d dogs as pets for years.<br/></p><p>To attend an Open Paw session(s)\, yo
 u must first attend …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/open-paw-dog-trai
 ning-may-2019/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Paws 'n' Paint--2019
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190525
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/paws-n-paint/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p><b>Click</b> <a href="https://artsplacecanmore.secure.force
 .com/ticket/#details_a0S1N000009J2x7UAC"><b>here</b></a><b> to register an
 d purchase your tickets on line.</b></p><p>Come to ArtsPlace for an or eve
 ning (7 PM to 10:30 PM) of fun.</p><p>Activities for the evening include:<
 /p><ul><li>Pottery Classes</li><li>Origami Classes</li><li>Painting Classe
 s</li><li>A Silent Auction</li><li>A Photo Booth</li><li>And a Cash Bar.</
 li></ul><p>The silent auction items have been graciously supplied by suppo
 rters of the Bow Valley SPCA.</p><p></p><p><a href="https://artsplacecanmo
 re.com/whats-on/details/pawsnpaint">https://artsplacecanmore.com/whats-on/
 details/pawsnpaint</a><br/><br/></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/paws-n-paint/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:BANFF DOG PARK PARTY
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190520
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190520
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/banff-dog-park-pa
 rty/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Come out and meet the folks from the Bow Valley SPCA\, Banf
 f Bylaw and Banff Dog House as we get prepared for the summer with our pet
 s.</p><p>Drop by and say “Hello” on Monday May 20 from 1 to 3 PM at th
 e Banff Dog Park.</p><p>There will be summer safety information for pets\,
  treats for your dogs\, and a great opportunity to introduce your pup to s
 ome new friends.</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/banff-dog-park-pa
 rty/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Bow Valley SPCA Annual Garage Sale--April 27\, 2019
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190427
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/bow-valley-spca-a
 nnual-garage-sale-april-27-2019/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Bow Valley SPCA is in a spring cleaning mode and we will be
  holding our annual garage sale on April 27. Drop by for some great deals 
 on pet supplies. This year we are offering the community to also participa
 te in the garage sale. Clean out your garage and get your own table for on
 ly $25.</p><p>Click <a href="https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/bow-
 valley-spca/events/annual-community-garage-sale-rent-a-table/">here</a> to
  rent a table!</p><p>Contact the Bow Valley SPCA\, 403 609-2022\, if you w
 ould like to book your own garage sale table.</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/bow-valley-spca-a
 nnual-garage-sale-april-27-2019/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Choosing The Right Puppy
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190425
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/choosing-right-pu
 ppy-april-2019/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Dr. Karen MacMillan and Roberta Richardson host a session o
 n Choosing The Right Puppy on from 7 Pm to 8 Pm at the Carla Cumming Sojon
 ky Adoption Centre located at 123 Bow Meadows Crescent in Canmore\, Albert
 a</p><p>Dr. MacMillan who has over 20 years of experience will talk about 
 the importance of researching your options of Breed\, Mixed-breed\, and so
 urces where puppies are available.</p><p>Other topics to be discussed:</p>
 <ul><li>Preparation for Puppy&#x27\;s Arrival</li><li>What To Teach Your P
 uppy</li><li>Training Resources</li><li>Training Your Puppy</li><li>Questi
 ons</li></ul><p>Puppy Classes offered in the Bow Valley (Please call clini
 cs for details):</p><ul><li>Canmore Veterinary Hospital</li><li>Bow …</l
 i></ul>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/choosing-right-pu
 ppy-april-2019/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Open Paw® Dog Training-March 2019
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190401
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/open-paw-training
 -march-2019/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p><a href="http://openpaw.org/about/shelters.html">Open Paw</
 a> dog training is necessary if you would like to work with our canine fri
 ends. For volunteers interested in walking a dog (Level 3 training)\, sati
 sfactory completion of <b>both</b> sessions of the Open Paw training (Febr
 uary 25 and March 4) plus two additional sessions with senior volunteers a
 re required. The sessions begin at 6:00 PM and will take about 1.5 hours e
 ach.<br/></p><p>Open Paw® training is valuable because it provides insigh
 ts in the proper ways to manage dogs\, even for people who have had dogs a
 s pets for years.<br/></p><p>To attend an Open Paw session(s)\, you must f
 irst attend …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/open-paw-training
 -march-2019/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190220
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-February20-2019/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Volunteer orientation starts at 6:30 PM at the Carla Cummin
 g Sojonky Adoption Centre\, home of the Bow Valley SPCA. The orientation s
 ession will take about one hour and includes a tour of the facility. The o
 rientation is designed to help potential volunteers learn about our missio
 n and the many different opportunities available\, depending on individual
  interests.</p><p><b>Please follow the link below to sign up.</b></p><p><b
 >Feb. 20th 2019:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e094
 ca8a82dabfd0-bowvalley2">https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e094ca8a82dabfd
 0-bowvalley2</a></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-February20-2019/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Family Day at the Bow Valley SPCA!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190218
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/family-day-bow-va
 lley-spca/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Join us on February 18th for a day of animal filled fun!<br
 /><br/> Centre tours at 1pm\, 2pm and 3pm.</p><p>Kids crafts and coloring\
 , cat cuddling and educational classes about our furry friends!</p><p>When
 : 12:30pm to 4:30pm</p><p>We can&#x27\;t wait to see you!<br/></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/family-day-bow-va
 lley-spca/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:IT’S SO #COOL2CARPOOL
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190109
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/its-so-cool2carpo
 ol/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Last year Mt Norquay supported the Bow Valley SPCA with Too
 nie Day. This year they are again supporting us with #COOL2CARPOOL on Janu
 ary 9\, 2019.</p><p>We agree that it’s very cool to carpool and we’re 
 sure you will too when you calculate the savings. Save on gas\, save the e
 nvironment and <b>save huge on lift tickets!</b> Plus\, support the Bow Va
 lley SPCA. $2.00 for every lift ticket issued on January 9 will be donated
  to a great cause! Click <a href="https://banffnorquay.com/about-norquay/i
 ts-cool-to-car-pool/">here</a> to get more details.</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/its-so-cool2carpo
 ol/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190109
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-January9-2019/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Volunteer orientation starts at 6:30 PM at the Carla Cummin
 g Sojonky Adoption Centre\, home of the Bow Valley SPCA. The orientation s
 ession will take about one hour and includes a tour of the facility. The o
 rientation is designed to help potential volunteers learn about our missio
 n and the many different opportunities available\, depending on individual
  interests.</p><p><b>Please follow the link below to sign up.</b></p><p><b
 r/><b>Jan. 9th 2019:</b><br/><a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0
 94ca8a82dabfd0-bowvalley1">https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e094ca8a82dab
 fd0-bowvalley1</a></p><p></p><p><b>Feb. 20th 2019:</b></p><p><a href="http
 s://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e094ca8a82dabfd0-bowvalley2">https://www.sig
 nupgenius.com/go/30e094ca8a82dabfd0-bowvalley2</a></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-January9-2019/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181212
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-oct-17th-2018/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Volunteer orientation starts at 6:30 PM at the Carla Cummin
 g Sojonky Adoption Centre\, home of the Bow Valley SPCA. The orientation s
 ession will take about one hour and includes a tour of the facility. The o
 rientation is designed to help potential volunteers learn about our missio
 n and the many different opportunities available\, depending on individual
  interests.</p><p><b>Please follow the link below to sign up.</b></p><p><b
 >Dec. 12th 2018:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094
 CA8A82DABFD0-bowvalley3">https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E094CA8A82DABFD
 0-bowvalley3</a></p><p><br/><b>Jan. 9th 2019:</b><br/><a href="https://www
 .signupgenius.com/go/30e094ca8a82dabfd0-bowvalley1">https://www.signupgeni
 us.com/go/30e094ca8a82dabfd0-bowvalley1</a></p><p></p><p><b>Feb. 20th 2019
 :</b></p><p><a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e094ca8a82dabfd0-bo
 wvalley2">https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e094ca8a82dabfd0-bowvalley2</a
 ></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/volunteer-orienta
 tion-oct-17th-2018/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Open Paw® Dog Training-November
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181126
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/open-paw-dog-trai
 ning-november/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Open Paw dog training is necessary if you would like to wor
 k with our canine friends. For volunteers interested in walking a dog (Lev
 el 3 training)\, satisfactory completion of <b>both</b> sessions of the Op
 en Paw training (September 17 and 24) plus two additional sessions with se
 nior volunteers are required. The sessions begin at 6:00 PM and will take 
 about 1.5 hours each. Open Paw® training is valuable because it provides 
 insights in the proper ways to manage dogs\, even for people who have had 
 dogs as pets for years. To attend an Open Paw session(s)\, you must first 
 attend a …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/open-paw-dog-trai
 ning-november/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Open Paw® Dog Training-October
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181029
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/open-paw-dog-trai
 ning-october/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Open Paw dog training is necessary if you would like to wor
 k with our canine friends. For volunteers interested in walking a dog (Lev
 el 3 training)\, satisfactory completion of <b>both</b> sessions of the Op
 en Paw training (September 17 and 24) plus two additional sessions with se
 nior volunteers are required. The sessions begin at 6:00 PM and will take 
 about 1.5 hours each. Open Paw® training is valuable because it provides 
 insights in the proper ways to manage dogs\, even for people who have had 
 dogs as pets for years. To attend an Open Paw session(s)\, you must first 
 attend a …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/open-paw-dog-trai
 ning-october/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Education Committee Kick Off Meeting
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181018
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/education-committ
 ee-kick-meeting/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Education Committee Meeting: All volunteers are invited to 
 attend an information session on Thursday Oct 18th at BVSPCA Board Room f
 rom 7:00PM-8:30pm. Learn  more about the  important role volunteers make
  in educating our community and beyond on Pet Responsibility and Humane Tr
 eatment.</p><p>Education opportunities for both on-site (the Carla Cumming
  Sojonky Adoption centre\, home of the Bow Valley SPCA)\, and off-site pre
 sentations  within the community will be discussed.   Education makes a 
 difference and changes lives. </p><p>Anyone who has completed or is signed
  up to attend an orientation meeting is welcome.</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/education-committ
 ee-kick-meeting/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Bow Valley SPCA Bark-A-Que!
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180929
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/bow-valley-spca-b
 ark-que/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Do NOT Miss it!! Free admission and lots of fun for the who
 le family! Summer may have faded quickly\, but we are still holding on to 
 that beautiful\, crisp fall weather. On <b>September 29th</b> come on down
  anytime between <b>12pm and 4pm</b> to listen to Mari Rose Hill while you
  enjoy a Valbella burger or smokie and a cold soda from The Grizzly Paw. A
  Bouncy castle\, face painting\, dog agility course and a scavenger hunt w
 ith a chance to win a prize from Hijinx Toy Store will keep you and your f
 amily busy and entertained!<br/><br/> There is also a …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/bow-valley-spca-b
 ark-que/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:How to Successfully Manage and Modify Problem Behaviour in Shelter
  Dogs
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180908
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/how-successfully-
 manage-and-modify-problem-behaviour-shelter-dogs/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>This one-day seminar on September 8\, 2018 will examine the
  most common dog training challenges faced by shelters and rescues.</p><p>
 The seminar is presented by Dr Kelly Lee\, Chair of the Pet Professional G
 uild Shelter &amp\; Rescue Committee. Dr Lee is a Graduate of Jean Donalds
 on&#x27\;s Academy for Dog Trainers\, and is the owner of DogKind LLC. <a 
 href="https://s3.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com/subthreshold/Credentials+state
 ment+Dr+Kelly+Lee.pdf">Read more about Kelly</a>.</p><p>In this workshop w
 e&#x27\;ll review problem behaviours\, both aggressive and non-aggressive.
  And look at the most appropriate behaviour modification plan for each cas
 e. <a href="https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/bow-valley-spca/event
 s/behaviourworkshop/">To register click here.</a></p><p>We&#x27\;ll also e
 xamine the role that enrichment\, and especially dog-dog play\, …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/how-successfully-
 manage-and-modify-problem-behaviour-shelter-dogs/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation - August 29th
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180829
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/new-volunteer-ori
 entation-august29/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Volunteer orientation starts at 6:30 PM at the Carla Cummin
 g Sojonky Adoption Centre\, home of the Bow Valley SPCA. The orientation s
 ession will take about one hour and includes a tour of the facility. The o
 rientation is designed to help potential volunteers learn about our missio
 n and the many different opportunities available\, depending on individual
  interests.</p><p>Please follow the link below to sign up.</p><p><a href="
 http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e094ca8a82dabfd0-bowvalley">http://www.si
 gnupgenius.com/go/30e094ca8a82dabfd0-bowvalley</a></p><p></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/new-volunteer-ori
 entation-august29/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:National Dog Day
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180826
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180826
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/national-dog-day/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>The Bow Valley SPCA is again partnering with the Grizzly Pa
 w Brewing Company to celebrate <a href="http://www.nationaldogday.com/">Na
 tional Dog Day</a>.</p><p>The  Bow Valley SPCA will be providing a few dog
  training demos and plenty  of opportunity to interact with the dogs all a
 fternoon. </p><p>Starting at noon\, the Grizzly Paw will be offering a BBQ
  with hot dogs and beer served on the patio. There will be opportunities t
 o <a href="https://www.thegrizzlypaw.com/canmore-brewery-tours/">tour the 
 brewery</a>  and sample the new craft beer created just for the Bow Valley
  SPCA.  The details about this craft brew\, (an English Pale Ale) includin
 g the name will be announced soon. …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/national-dog-day/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Leash Lovers Dog Training Program
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180725
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/leash-lovers-dog-
 training-program/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>The class takes place on July 25\, 2018.</p><p>Does your do
 g bark and lunge at other dogs while on-leash? But he’s perfectly fine w
 hen off-leash?</p><p>Frustrated? Embarrassed? Feel like giving up? Learn h
 ow to manage your dog&#x27\;s behavior\, identify his triggers and help hi
 m associate other dogs with good things! Get your dog to love being on lea
 sh again!</p><p>This class is a controlled environment that will give you 
 the tools you need to decrease stress for both you and your dog. The train
 ing methods employed are 100% force-free and dog-friendly.</p><p>The cours
 e will be held at the Carla Cumming …</p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/leash-lovers-dog-
 training-program/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation - July 4th
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180704
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/new-volunteer-ori
 entation-july4/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Volunteer orientation starts at 6:30 PM at the Carla Cummin
 g Sojonky Adoption Centre\, home of the Bow Valley SPCA. The orientation s
 ession will take about one hour and includes a tour of the facility. The o
 rientation is designed to help potential volunteers learn about our missio
 n and the many different opportunities available\, depending on individual
  interests.</p><p>Please follow the link below to sign up.</p><p><a href="
 http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e094ca8a82dabfd0-bowvalley">http://www.si
 gnupgenius.com/go/30e094ca8a82dabfd0-bowvalley</a></p><p></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/new-volunteer-ori
 entation-july4/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Paws 'n' Paints
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180407
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/paws-n-paints/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Love animals? Love art? Come to Paws ‘n’ Paints!</p><p>
 <a id="22" linktype="document">Paws ‘n’ Paints - Apr 7</a></p><p>The  
 Bow Valley SPCA is hosting a night of fun art activities to raise funds  f
 or their mission of helping homeless animals and providing services to  th
 e community.</p><p>Beginning at 7pm\, attendees will have the opportunity 
 to participate in:<br/></p><ul><li>Painting on canvas (either a cat or a d
 og!). An experienced instructor  will guide the class through painting whi
 chever animal they choose.</li><li>Working hands-on with clay to create a 
 special bowl for your pets food or water.</li><li>Painting a statue – ev
 ent sponsor <a href="https://www.facebook.com/creatingdharma/">Creating D
 harma</a> will …</li></ul>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/paws-n-paints/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:New Volunteer Orientation
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180404
DTSTAMP:20260406T142528Z
UID:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/new-volunteer-ori
 entation/
CATEGORIES:
DESCRIPTION:<p>Volunteer orientation starts at 6:30 at the Carla Cumming S
 ojonky Adoption Centre\, home of the Bow Valley SPCA. The orientation sess
 ion will take about one hour and includes a tour of the facility. The orie
 ntation is designed to help potential volunteers learn about our mission a
 nd the many different opportunities available\, depending on individual in
 terests.</p><p>Please follow the link below to sign up.</p><p><a href="htt
 p://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e094ca8a82dabfd0-bowvalley">http://www.signu
 pgenius.com/go/30e094ca8a82dabfd0-bowvalley</a></p>
URL:https://www.bowvalleyspca.org/whats-happening/events/new-volunteer-ori
 entation/
END:VEVENT
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