In 2002, Nanton resident Edna Yonda willed the Town of Nanton funds to address the stray & feral cat problem in the area. A group of concerned citizens, including local veterinarians came together to assist with implementing a plan of action for the funds.
This group became incorporated in July of 2003 as the Nanton & District Animal Protection Society, and have continued to provide services to both the residents and the needy animals in our community and surrounding areas.
The society funds its efforts through government Casino's every three years and by accepting donations from our generous supporters. Our facility is operated by a group of 20+ dedicated youth and adult volunteers who share all the responsibilities of day to day operations. NAPS does not have any paid staff, preferring to dedicate funds to the cause.
The societies primary goal is to reduce the stray, feral and homeless animal population in Nanton with our TNR (Trap, Neuter, Release) Program. We allocate a large portion of funds annually to trap, sterilize and re-release feral felines, or place them through our Barn Cat Program. These programs, along with various public engagement opportunities help us to spread the word of responsible pet ownership within our community and surrounding areas.
This group became incorporated in July of 2003 as the Nanton & District Animal Protection Society, and have continued to provide services to both the residents and the needy animals in our community and surrounding areas.
The society funds its efforts through government Casino's every three years and by accepting donations from our generous supporters. Our facility is operated by a group of 20+ dedicated youth and adult volunteers who share all the responsibilities of day to day operations. NAPS does not have any paid staff, preferring to dedicate funds to the cause.
The societies primary goal is to reduce the stray, feral and homeless animal population in Nanton with our TNR (Trap, Neuter, Release) Program. We allocate a large portion of funds annually to trap, sterilize and re-release feral felines, or place them through our Barn Cat Program. These programs, along with various public engagement opportunities help us to spread the word of responsible pet ownership within our community and surrounding areas.
Our mission
- To provide food, shelter, and medical services to the lost and abandoned animals in Nanton and the surrounding area.
- To place lost and abandoned animals in lifetime homes.
- To help reduce the population of unwanted and unsterilized animals in our town.
- To inform the general public of the responsibilities of pet ownership through public awareness and educational programs
our sponsors
As a registered non-profit, charitable organization - NAPS relies heavily on the support of the general public & area businesses in order to perform our services to the benefit of Southern Alberta. As such, we are always seeking new relationships with potential corporate sponsors.
Volunteers spend countless hours applying for grants, giving presentations to councils & boards and writing letters to organizations requesting funding.
We are proud to work with the following corporate sponsors & have grants with:
Volunteers spend countless hours applying for grants, giving presentations to councils & boards and writing letters to organizations requesting funding.
We are proud to work with the following corporate sponsors & have grants with:
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Calgary Pet Wellness Spay/Neuter Clinic
Nanton Pilot Flying J The Hive Great Canadian Giving Challenge Nanton Literacy and Learning Society MD of Willow Creek |
Faye Knudson
Glen Halberr Skylar Jones Kirk and Adele Greasley Kelvin Campbell Patrick Slavin |
Wayne Laurie
Jennifer Vovakowshi Helga Lemprier Inex Irwin Michelle Credica |
Nanton animal protection society BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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PRESIDENT - Dirk Degraaf
TREASURER - Carrie Gataiant SECRETARY - Loralie Freeman SHELTER MANAGER - Angie Taylor TRAPPING MANAGER - Vacant SHELTER SUPPLY MANAGER - Carrie Gataiant DIRECTOR & HEALTH SUPERVISOR - Vacant |
VETERINARY REPRESENTATIVE - Dirk Degraff
VETERINARY HEALTH CO-ORDINATOR - Shannon Wesley DIRECTOR - Kaaren Brooks DIRECTOR - Elisabeth Clarke DIRECTOR - Lori Stuart DIRECTOR - Alysson Torres-Gillett DIRECTOR - Kelly Turner DIRECTOR - Erin Shields |