MOOSE JAW — There are many ways to support the cute, cuddly animals in the care of the Moose Jaw Humane Society (MJHS), including an ongoing recycling program where residents are invited to drop off their recycling directly at the shelter.
Although the recycling initiative has been ongoing for around a decade, the MJHS is reaching out to remind the public about the program.
“You can drop your cans and bottles off right at the Humane Society, and then we sort them and everything,” said Kelsey Leschasin, the Humane Society’s new fundraising co-ordinator who started with the shelter on Feb. 10.
The MJHS is accepting the same recyclable beverage containers that are typically accepted at SARCAN including clean and empty cans, bottles, juice boxes, and milk cartons. These items can be dropped off at the blue recycling bin located just outside the shelter’s entrance at any time throughout the year.
One relatively new addition is a SARCAN Drop & Go account where anyone can donate on behalf of the MJHS at SARCAN locations across the province. To participate, all you have to do is select the account for the MJHS, found under its phone number, 306-692-1517.
In 2024 alone, Leschasin said the recycling program — which existed for some time but took off during the COVID-19 pandemic — has raised over $40,000 for the MJHS.
In addition to the recycling program, the MJHS offers several ways for the community to get involved including adoption opportunities, volunteer programs, and other donation options to support the shelter as it continues to provide compassionate care to animals in need.
Leschasin said the shelter is also eager to work with more volunteers from the community.
“If you want to volunteer as a cat cuddler, or walking dogs or at shelter events, (please) reach out. We’re always looking for volunteers,” she said. “There are lots of options for different ages to volunteer here as well.”
Each registered volunteer can select their duties from a volunteer list, thereby ensuring that everyone finds a task they enjoy doing.
Leschasin also noted that the shelter’s onsite and satellite bookstores continue to flourish and this initiative has raised around $26,000 in 2024. To help support the shelter’s bookstores, the donation of children’s books, novels, cookbooks, and other literature in good condition is always welcome. These items can be dropped off directly at the MJHS as its main bookstore is located onsite.
As well, the shelter is preparing to launch a new line of its branded clothing this spring, featuring an exciting range of colour options for something a little different. If you’re interested, watch the shelter for upcoming details in the weeks to follow.
The MJHS is a registered non-profit committed to providing care for abandoned, abused, and neglected animals in Moose Jaw and the surrounding area. A significant amount of its funding is derived from donations and fundraising initiatives such as these.
For more information about the recycling program or other ways you can support the Moose Jaw Humane Society, call 306-692-1517, visit MJHS.ca, or ‘Moose Jaw Humane Society’ on Facebook.
Participants can drop off their recyclables directly at the shelter, located at 1755 Stadacona Street West.
