Registration - Organization

British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals / Craig Daniell, CEO

Registration Information

Organization name: British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Senior Officer Name: Craig Daniell, CEO
Initial registration start date: 2020-03-16
Registration status: Active
Projected end date: No date provided
Registration number: 6737-3446

Associated Lobbying Activity Reports

Total number of Lobbying Activity Reports: 154

Lobbying Activity Reports - last 6 months: 36

Version 38 of 39 (2025-05-01 to 2025-06-20)

Registration versions:

Version 38 of 39 (2025-05-01 to 2025-06-20)

Lobbying Information

Subject Matter of the Lobbying Activities

Details Regarding the Identified Subject Matter

Will any of the lobbyists listed within this registration arrange a meeting between a public office holder and any other individual for the purpose of attempting to influence any of the matters listed below:

Yes

Specific Topics of Lobbying Communications	Intended Outcomes	Associated Subject Matters
Advocating for amendments to the Controlled Alien Species Regulation to restrict the importation, breeding, keeping and sale of exotic animals.	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Forestry
Advocating for amendments to the Controlled Alien Species Regulation to restrict the importation, breeding, keeping and sale of exotic animals.	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Forestry
Advocating for amendments to the Wildlife Act to restrict the breeding, keeping and sale of wild-domestic hybrids and prohibit intentional and accidental feeding of additional wildlife species.	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Environment
Advocating for a provincial ban on the purchase, sale and use of glue traps for rodents.	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Environment
Advocating for increased availability and affordability of pet-friendly housing throughout British Columbia.	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Housing, Mental Health and Addictions, Poverty, Senior Citizens
Advocating for increased availability and affordability of pet-friendly housing throughout British Columbia.	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Housing, Mental Health and Addictions, Poverty, Senior Citizens
Advocating for increased availability and affordability of pet-friendly housing throughout British Columbia.	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Housing, Mental Health and Addictions, Poverty, Senior Citizens
Advocating for the evaluation of issues, decisions and policies through a One Health / Welfare lens to demonstrate leadership in an emerging field and create a holistic, solutions-oriented approach to the interconnected health and welfare of people, animals and the environment.	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Agriculture, Conservation, Emergency Preparedness, Environment, Health
Advocating for the inclusion of domestic animals and exotic or wild animals held in captivity in emergency management planning, response and reimbursement.	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Emergency Preparedness, Finances and Budgets
Advocating for the inclusion of food and essential supplies for animals in post-emergency financial assistance, of animal organizations in emergency planning and for the expansion of provincial emergency support services to include help finding pet-friendly shelter and accommodation, and help accessing animal food, supplies and veterinary care during emergencies.	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Agriculture, Emergency Preparedness
Advocating for the provision of pet food through food banks and food insecurity programs supported by the provincial government.	Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity Awarding, amendment or termination of any contract, grant or financial benefit by or on behalf of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Finances and Budgets, Non-Profit Organization, Poverty
Advocating for the removal of rodeos with events that inflict pain or suffering on animals for sport or entertainment from the list of events eligible for Fairs, Festivals and Events Fund grants.	Awarding, amendment or termination of any contract, grant or financial benefit by or on behalf of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Agriculture, Tourism
Advocating for wild cottontail rabbit welfare due to recent regulatory changes to the provincial Wildlife Act, and for the addition of serval cats to the list of Controlled Alien Species.	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Conservation
Advocating that all dog and cat owners, breeders, brokers and sellers have their pets identified with ISO-certified microchips that are registered in an international database recognized by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity Awarding, amendment or termination of any contract, grant or financial benefit by or on behalf of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Agriculture, Consumer Issues
Discussing enhancements and efficiencies for the animal seizure dispute and appeal process.	Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Agriculture
Discussing enhancements and efficiencies for the animal seizure dispute and appeal process.	Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Agriculture
Discussing support for farmers during and after periods of drought, natural disasters, disease outbreaks and feed shortages.	Development of any legislative proposal by the government of British Columbia, a Provincial entity or a member of the Legislative Assembly Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity Awarding, amendment or termination of any contract, grant or financial benefit by or on behalf of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Agriculture
Discussing the implications of the recent outbreak of COVID-19 on a mink farm in British Columbia’s Fraser Valley, focusing on a moratorium on mink farming in the province.	Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Agriculture, Non-Profit Organization
Discussing the need for an independent, third party auditing program for commercial farms in British Columbia to monitor animal welfare and adherence to industry codes of practice.	Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Agriculture, Non-Profit Organization
Discussing the need for an independent, third party auditing program for commercial farms in British Columbia to monitor animal welfare and adherence to industry codes of practice.	Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Agriculture, Non-Profit Organization
Discussing the need for an independent, third party auditing program for commercial farms in British Columbia to monitor animal welfare and adherence to industry codes of practice.	Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Agriculture, Non-Profit Organization
Discussing the need for continued work to address the ongoing shortage of veterinary professionals.	Introduction, amendment, passage or defeat of any Bill or resolution in or before the Legislative Assembly Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Advanced Education, Agriculture, Colleges & Universities, Education, Employment and Training
Discussing the need for continuing work to address the ongoing shortage of veterinary professionals in British Columbia.	Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Advanced Education, Agriculture, Colleges & Universities, Education, Employment and Training
Discussing the need for licensing and inspection of companion animal breeders, brokers and sellers to ensure animal welfare and breeding practices in compliance with the Cattery and Kennel Regulation.	Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Agriculture
Discussing the need for licensing and inspection of companion animal breeders, brokers and sellers to ensure animal welfare and breeding practices in compliance with the Cattery and Kennel Regulation.	Development or enactment of any regulation, including the enactment of a regulation for the purposes of amending or repealing a regulation Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Agriculture
Discussing the process for the review and approval of Community Gaming Grant applications by animal welfare or rescue organizations.	Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity Awarding, amendment or termination of any contract, grant or financial benefit by or on behalf of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Gaming and Lotteries, Non-Profit Organization
During the COVID-19 pandemic the British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) requested money from the province of BC to support the continuation of core services deemed essential by the provincial government and support for emergency response during COVID-19 pandemic. This includes operations at 38 of our animal care facilities (Feed Assistance, Animal Hygiene, Habitat Maintenance, Veterinary Costs, Extraordinary Handling and Transportation Costs, Animal Care Equipment Repair, Waste Disposal) and 6 Veterinary Hospitals across the province. Funds were also allocated towards Animal Welfare Enforcement (Cruelty Investigations Department-CID) and increasing our outreach programming capacity. Our outreach programs include specific pet food banks and collaboration with local food banks, emergency boarding services (for those isolating or ill with COVID-19 as well as those fleeing inter-personal violence), food and supply drop offs for remote and Indigenous communities, assistance to seniors and vulnerable people (including urban Indigenous peoples) and their pets.	Awarding, amendment or termination of any contract, grant or financial benefit by or on behalf of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Agriculture, COVID-19, Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, Non-Profit Organization, Poverty, Senior Citizens
Encouraging the installation of signage to warn drivers of roaming horses on Highway 99 between the Village of Pemberton and Mt. Currie.	Development, establishment, amendment or termination of any program, policy, directive or guideline of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Transportation
Seeking funding from the Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Fisheries.	Awarding, amendment or termination of any contract, grant or financial benefit by or on behalf of the government of British Columbia or a Provincial entity	Non-Profit Organization

BC Ministries/Provincial Entities

Agriculture and Food
Attorney General
British Columbia Housing Management Commission
Community, Sport and Cultural Development
Emergency Management and Climate Readiness
Environment and Parks
Forests
Housing and Municipal Affairs
Member(s) of the BC Legislative Assembly
Office of the Premier
Parliamentary Secretary for Community Development and Non-Profits
Parliamentary Secretary for Gender Equity
Parliamentary Secretary for Seniors' Services and Long-Term Care
Provincial Rental Housing Corporation
Public Safety and Solicitor General
Social Development and Poverty Reduction
Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport
Water, Land and Resource Stewardship

Organization Details

Senior Officer Name and Position during the Period of this Registration

Craig Daniell, CEO

Organization Contact Information

British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

Address:
1245 E 7th Ave
Vancouver, BC V5T 1R1
Canada

Telephone number: 604-681-7271 Ext. 1322
Fax number: 604-681-7022

Description of Activities

Our mission is to protect and enhance the quality of life for domestic, farm and wild animals in BC.

Gifts or benefits provided by the organization

Gifts or Benefits Provided to Public Officer Holders
Name	Gift or Benefit Description	Circumstance	Date Given	Value Given
Adam Olsen	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-26	$4.99
Ben Stewart	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Coralee Oakes	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Dan Ashton	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Dan Davies	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Doug Clovechok	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Elenore Sturko	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Ellis Ross	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Greg Kyllo	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Ian Paton	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Jackie Tegart	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Jordan Sturdy	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Karin Kirkpatrick	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Kevin Falcon	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Lorne Doerkson	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Michael de Jong	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Michael Lee	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Mike Bernier	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Mike Morris	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Norm Letnick	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Peter Milobar	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Renee Merrifield	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Shirley Bond	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-15	$4.99
Sonia Furstenau	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-26	$4.99
Teresa Wat	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Tom Shypitka	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99
Trevor Halford	Canvas tote bag	Tote bag used to organize and hold information materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.) presented to MLA during caucus briefing	2023-04-19	$4.99

Contributors to the Lobbying Activity

No person or organization contributed over $1000CDN, within the preceding 12 months, toward the lobbying activity on behalf of the organization that has a direct interest in the outcome of the lobbying activity.

Government Funding in the Last 12 Months

Requested Government Funding

Funding Request made to:	Funding Requested	Date Requested
Central Kootenay Regional District	$7,550.00	2025-02-11
North Peace Community Foundation	$17,040.74	2024-06-05
Regional District of West Kootenay	$9,400.00	2025-02-20

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Received Government Funding

The Received Government Funding table below is not intended to be additive. Adding all of the entries together does not necessarily provide an accurate sum of all government funding received. There may be redundancy (reporting of the same funding more than once) caused by overlap in the "Date/Period Received" between 2 or more entries.

Source of Government Funding	Funding Received	Date/Period Received
BC Hydro Kootenay Canal	$750.00	2024-06-06
BC Interior Community Foundation	$1,500.00	2025-01-08
City of Salmon Arm	$15,000.00	2025-06-10
Columbia Shuswap Regional District	$12,000.00	2024-08-13
District of Chetwynd	$2,000.00	2024-05-17
North Peace Community Foundation	$17,040.74	2024-06-26
Northern Development Initiative Trust	$10,000.00	2024-11-12
Peace River Regional District	$20,000.00	2024-07-26
Peace River Regional District	$20,000.00	2025-04-03
Regional District of Central Kootenay	$2,438.25	2024-06-05
Regional District of Central Okanagan	$80,933.25	2024-12-12
Regional District of East Kootenay	$8,100.00	2024-08-09
Regional District of Kootenay Boundary	$1,161.75	2024-12-16
Regional District of Kootenay Boundary	$6,222.75	2025-06-16

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Other Entities (working together for the purposes of lobbying) Information

British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is not working together with any other entity for the purpose of lobbying.

Affiliates with a Direct Interest in the Outcome

British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals does not have any affiliates that could have a direct interest in the outcome of the lobbying activities

Other Persons or Organizations with Direct Interests

The activities of British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals are not controlled or directed by another person or organization with a direct interest in the outcome of this undertaking.

Lobbyists Details

Lobbyists Employed by this Organization

Lobbyist

Contributions

Craig Daniell
Subscribes to a Code of Conduct: No
Former Public Office Holder in BC: No