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Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary

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A Sanctuary for Cats cat rescue

A Sanctuary for Cats cat rescue A Sanctuary for Cats cat rescue

How to Help

There are several ways to support Second Chance.  We greatly appreciate donations of money or items, your time as a volunteer or participation in creating or buying our annual calendar.  Please read below for all the ways you can help!

Donate Money

e-Transfer to adoptacat@second-chance.ws

No password is necessary.  If you would like a tax receipt, please enter your name, address, and email address in the Memo/Notes field. 

donation via cheque

Download a One-Time Donation form below to accompany your mailed cheque donation.

authorize a monthly donation via e-transfer

Download a Pre-Authorized Donation form below to set up a monthly e-transfer to provide continuing support to the Shelter.  Mail or submit the form below.

Send a memorial donation

Download a Memorial Donation Card below to donate in memory of a loved one or friend.  Mail or submit the form below.

canadahelps.org*

Canada Helps is a great organization supporting charities such as Second Chance

www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/second-chance-wildlife-sanctuary/

Paypal.com*

Transfer a one-time payment or set up recurring payments via www.PayPal.com

* a small fee is deducted from your donation

Charitable Registration No. 890180 847 RR0001

Donation Forms

Pre-Authorized Donation Form (pdf)

Download

One-Time Donation Form (pdf)

Download

Memorial Donation Card (pdf)

Download

Buy a Calendar!

2025 Second Chance Calendars are here! - SOLD OUT!

The 2025 Calendar is currently Sold Out - thank you to all of those who purchased a calendar this year!


The perfect give for any animal lover, the delightful 2025 Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary Calendar is available now!  It is filled with photos of many of our rescue cats as well as other family pets as provided by our wonderful supporters!


Monetary donations are vital to our existence and 100% of the calendar sales go to the care of animals.  Please support us with your purchase today!


Each calendar is $15.00 and can be purchased at the the following locations:

  • Second Chance (2060 7th Concession Road, Pickering)
  • Pickering Village Pet Hospital (41 Church St S, Ajax)
  • Global Pet Foods (401 Bayly St E, Ajax/Bayly & Harwood)


They can also be sent to you by mail (shipping is extra as stated below).  Please order and pay using one of the following options:

  • By PayPal using the links below.
  • By e-Transfer to adoptacat@second-chance.ws (no secret question required).   Enter the number of calendars requested and your name, address, and email address in the Memo/Notes field.
  • By cheque payable to Second Chance Wildlife Sanctuary) mailed to 2060 Concession Rd 7, Pickering, ON, L1Y 1A2 with the number of calendars desired noted in the memo line of the cheque.


One Calendar

C$ 15.00

(C$ 4.00 shipping)

Pay with PayPal or a debit/credit card

Choose this option to purchase One 2025 Calendar with Shipping

two Calendars

C$ 30.00

(C$ 6.40 shipping)

Pay with PayPal or a debit/credit card

Choose this option to purchase Two 2025 Calendars with Shipping

Three Calendars

C$ 45.00

(C$ 6.85 shipping)

Pay with PayPal or a debit/credit card

Choose this option to purchase Three 2025 Calendars with Shipping

Donate Time

Volunteer opportunities include:

  • Fundraising
  • Fostering cats or kittens
  • Attending adoption events at local pet stores
  • Driving cats to veterinary appointments
  • Cleaning at the Shelter
  • Assisting with Shelter maintenance projects
  • Helping with Yard Sale Events
  • Delta Bingo nights*

Download a Volunteer Application form below and return it via the submit tool or email it to adoptacat@second-chance.ws so we may arrange a volunteer opportunity for you


*must 18 years or older, mandatory training required

Volunteer Form

Volunteer Application (pdf)Download

Donate Items

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shelter support items

shelter support items

Please drop off your empty wine, beer and liquor bottles and beer cans at the Shelter (address and map below).  


Spread the word and start collecting for Second Chance! 

shelter support items

shelter support items

shelter support items

Please drop off useful items to help the running of the Shelter. 


Helpful items include:

Laundry soap, bleach, fabric scraps or old towels, paper towels, dish soap, cat toys, pillow cases.  

yard sale items

submit to our annual calendar

submit to our annual calendar

We hold regular yard sales so new items are always needed! 


Donations of gently used items such as books, small housewares, toys, garden tools, working appliances, etc. are welcome!


Be sure to attend the yard sales to find that new-to-you treasure!   You may also email scwscharity@rogers.com to enquire about items for sale online.


Watch our Facebook page, check our Events and Info page or sign up for notification of upcoming dates. 

submit to our annual calendar

submit to our annual calendar

submit to our annual calendar

Each spring, submit a picture and the fee to include your furry family member in our annual calendar.  


Check the Event & Info page, watch our Facebook page or sign up for notifications to be alerted when submissions open each spring.


Calendars may be purchased at the Shelter and at select pet stores.  Email adoptacat@second-chance.ws for information on buying a calendar.

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2060 Concession Road 7

Pickering, Ontario  L17 1A2

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