News & Announcements
Friday Jul 17, 2026
All animals deserve a safe, comfortable place to begin their next chapter. Behind every adoption is a team of dedicated people working to provide compassionate care for animals in need. Thanks to a grant from the Quesnel Community Foundation, the BC SPCA Quesnel Community Animal Centre completed upgrades to its dog kennels and isolation room, renewing the spaces where compassionate care takes place every day.
The grant funded a range of renovations, including repairs and replacements to kennel infrastructure, lighting, flooring, ventilation, doors, and the isolation room. Together, this work strengthened key areas of the shelter, supporting the outstanding work of staff and volunteers while providing welcoming spaces for animals in the Quesnel community. With the renovations complete, the shelter is well equipped to continue supporting animals on their journey to a forever home.
Beyond the physical improvements, an unexpected outcome of the project was an increased sense of ownership and engagement among shelter staff. Their involvement throughout the project fostered collaboration and reinforced a shared commitment to caring for and maintaining the upgraded spaces.
Sophie Stoldt, BC SPCA Quesnel Community Animal Centre Manager, shared:
“All of us—staff, volunteers, and friends at the BC SPCA Quesnel Community Animal Centre—are deeply grateful to the Quesnel Community Foundation for your generosity and support. Your caring nature and generous grant made essential improvements to our dog areas possible. These upgrades have created safer, more comfortable spaces for our animals, and we’re thrilled to see tails wagging and happy paws all around!”
Thanks to the generosity of our community, the Quesnel Community Foundation is proud to support projects that strengthen local organizations and create lasting, positive impacts throughout the Quesnel region.
Friday Jul 17, 2026
School sports create more than opportunities to be active. They help students build confidence, develop teamwork, and create lasting memories.
Thanks to a grant from the Quesnel Community Foundation, Bouchie Lake Elementary School purchased new volleyball stanchions, providing students with updated volleyball equipment for the school’s athletics program.
The project was completed smoothly and the greatest impact was the enthusiasm it inspired among the students.
Katie Kravtsov shared:
“I knew the kids were going to be happy about new gear, but they were SO happy and grateful and excited for the upcoming volleyball season! You helped make a lot of kids very happy!”
Thanks to the generosity of our community, the Quesnel Community Foundation is proud to invest in opportunities that help young people learn, grow, and create connections that extend well beyond the classroom. Together, these investments strengthen schools, build communities, and create brighter futures.
Wednesday Jun 17, 2026
This week, we are pleased to recognize the following recipients of the Quesnel Community Foundation grants.
Quesnel Women's Resource Center, South Quesnel Business Improvement Association, Special Olympics BC Society - Quesnel, Wells Destination Society, Wells Historical Society, YMBC BC Foundry
Congratulations to this week's highlighted organizations, and thank you for the important work you do in our community.
Quesnel Community Foundation
