SANCTUARY PAWS

SANCTUARY PAWS: GIVING ST. CATHARINES’ STRAY CATS A SECOND CHANCE
April 28, 2025 | 1769 Gregory Rd, St. Catharines, ON L2R 6P9
A Community-Driven Initiative to Protect and Care for Abandoned Cats

No animal should be left to suffer alone. Sanctuary Paws is not just a shelter—it’s a promise. By 2026, this sanctuary will provide a safe haven for St. Catharines’ abandoned and stray cats, offering medical care, food, and a second chance at finding a loving home.

• Over 100,000 cats are abandoned in Canada each year.
• St. Catharines alone has hundreds of stray and homeless cats struggling to survive.
• Your support can break this cycle and give these animals the care they deserve.

(A Non-Traditional Fundraiser)

• Interactive Walkthrough: Experience 3D models and VR simulations of the future sanctuary.
• Meet the Experts: Q&A with veterinarians, animal welfare advocates, and architects designing feline-friendly spaces.

• Live Commitments: Local businesses and donors publicly announce their support (e.g., "The Johnson Family pledges 500 bowls of food").
• Matched Giving: Corporate partners like [Local Business Name] will double donations made before 3:00 PM.

• Fireside Chats: Hear heartfelt stories from people who have rescued and adopted stray cats.
• Art Installations: Local artists create live murals symbolizing hope and shelter for homeless animals.

ANCHOR DONOR
Provides full funding for a cat enclosure, medical care, and rehabilitation.
Recognition: Name engraved on the sanctuary’s foundation wall.

COMMUNITY BUILDER
Funds feeding, shelter, and long-term care for multiple rescued cats.
Recognition: Featured in our annual impact reports.

HOPE AMBASSADOR
Ensures vaccinations, spaying/neutering, and basic medical treatment for stray cats.
Recognition: Social media spotlight and donor appreciation events.

• Real-Time Tracking: Donors receive a secure login to monitor construction progress.
• Third-Party Audits: Annual financial reviews published by PEDRO MAIA.
• 100% Local Sourcing: Materials and supplies purchased from Niagara-region businesses.

SAY IT IN CANADIAN:
“This isn’t charity—it’s community in action. Let’s show the world what St. Catharines stands for.”

ACT NOW:

• Text PAWS25 to 45678 to donate.
• Volunteer shifts: Sign up for setup, guest services, or cleanup crews.

Lead Organizer: PEDRO MAIA
Email: [email protected]

Land Acknowledgement: We honour the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples.

#SanctuaryPaws | #NiagaraCares | #EveryCatMatters

P.S. Bring a small rock from your backyard—we’re creating a “Community Cairn” at the sanctuary site!

Host or Publisher PEDRO MAIA