Riverview Rescues was founded by Laura Pelkey, in the summer of 2021.  After many years in rescue, Laura decided she wanted more than what she was getting from fostering and volunteering with other rescues and incorporated the non-profit under the name 13105326 Canada Association.

 

Riverview Rescues is an all-breed rescue that focuses on rescuing animals in need, rehabbing them in safe and enriching environments, and rehoming them to forever homes where they can live the lives they deserve.  We take in dogs and cats with behavioural needs of all ages, in addition to medical needs cases. We accept owner surrenders, rescue transfers, puppy mill survivors, and aid Northern communities facing stray dog overpopulation. Our intakes are decided upon by our foster's availability and capabilities, and we couldn't do it without our amazing volunteers who open their homes to dogs and cats in need.  Riverview Rescues is 100% volunteer-run, and our funds come from donations, fundraising, and adoption fees.  Riverview Rescues works with many different rescues to accomplish life-saving goals, we can't do this work alone.

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2026 Admin Team: 

President, Founder, and Intake Coordinator- Laura Pelkey

Vice President - Stephanie Russel

Social Media and Dog Adoptions Coordinator - Mackenzie Oliver

Fundraising Coordinator - Michaela Kealey

Partnerships & Logistics Coordinator - Damon Lui

Dog Foster Coordinator - Julie Wren

Cat Foster Coordinator - Martha Peters

Cat Adoptions Coordinator - Noella Irving

Cat Adoptions Coordinator - Madison Verrydt 

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​​We have many volunteers who help with day-to-day operations and we are always looking for more to add to the team! Check the "Volunteer" tab for more information on available opportunities. ​​​