Ontario Introduces New Animal Welfare Legislation
The Government of Ontario is introducing legislation to better protect animals from abuse and neglect. The new Provincial Animal Welfare Services (PAWS) Act will impose the toughest penalties in Canada for the protection of animals, if the legislation is approved. “All animals in Ontario deserve safety, protection and compassion and we welcome the announcement,” says Rick Perciante, Executive Director, Oakville & […]
OMHS Partners with Royal Canin
October 15, 2019 – The Oakville & Milton Humane Society (OMHS) has announced a partnership with Royal Canin Canada – a global leader in tailored health and nutrition products for dogs and cats. This important relationship means the OMHS will have access to Royal Canin’s full range of professional diets, ensuring the nutritional requirements of the […]
OMHS Blooms! A Big Green Thumbs up to Susan Eglit
Save the Last Prance Ticket for Me!
In just 8 weeks our local stars will compete for the coveted “Best in Dance Show” trophy at our inaugural Prancing with the Stars, presented by Royal Canin. Follow and cheer on the progress of our dancers Oliver Matas, Elissa Lansdell, Che Marville, Lana Hockey, and Clayton Shold on our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts […]
ROTHERGLEN STUDENTS DONATE $5,000 to OMHS
We are thrilled to be the recipient of the winning $5,000 donation made possible by the students in the 8N class at Rotherglen School in Oakville. The “Rotherglen Educating for Advocacy and Creating Hope” (REACH) Foundation is a student founded, student driven foundation that provides funds for various non-profit organizations each year. Earlier this year, […]
OMHS launches new website!
We are excited to announce the launch of Oakville & Milton Humane Society’s (OMHS) newly designed and fully-responsive website: omhs.ca! With the re-design we have strived to create a user-friendly browsing experience for visitors that is also easier to navigate. “Our focus in re-launching our website was to provide a more user-friendly site to navigate […]
FULL HOUSE
Summer has arrived and for the Oakville & Milton Humane Society (OMHS), this means ‘Kitten Season’ is in full swing. “This is the time of year when pregnant cats, and nursing or orphaned kittens come into the shelter and it lasts until late fall,” explained Andrea Barker, Animal Care Manager at OMHS. “To date, we […]
Landmark Victory
Canada has passed legislation that bans keeping whales, dolphins and porpoises in captivity for entertainment, as well as the trade, possession, capture and breeding of cetaceans. Bill S-203, known as the Ending the Captivity of Whales and Dolphins Act, passed third reading in the House of Commons on June 10; it was introduced in December 2015. […]
Injured or Orphaned Wildlife
What to do if you come across injured or orphaned wildlife: CALL FIRST If you encounter an animal that you believe needs help, first contact the Oakville & Milton Humane Society (OMHS). We can help you determine whether an animal is injured or orphaned. It’s important to note how specific the needs of each animal are, […]
