To view upcoming events
Visit the new SCARS Events Portal
Visit the new SCARS Events Portal
To view upcoming Events, please visit the SCARS Events Portal. In this section of the SCARS website we showcase events, auctions, sponsorship programs and other fundraising activities!
The SCARS Morinville Rescue Centre
Since 2002, SCARS has cared for animals at our Athabasca Second-Chance Country Refuge and through volunteers foster homes. We expanded in October 2022 with the opening of our Morinville Rescue Centre. Please note that the facility is open to the public by appointment only as a meet-and-greet location for those who apply to adopt an animal.
SCARS Sponsorship Opportunities
Animals for Adoption
News
Look at Me Now!
Bear (formerly Lex)
Hello SCARS. We just wanted to update everyone on Bear's (formerly Lex's) progress. First off, we had to rename her as our neighbour's dog is named Lexi. That would have been extremely confusing for everyone. Since she looked like a bear cub when we got her, Bear it was. Second, she's grown, which pups tend to do, but she ....
Other News
Toby was emaciated and injured
Jan. 28, 2026 One of our amazing volunteers found a cat, neutered male in horrendous condition in the Lloydminster area. He has a broken tail, broken teeth, he’s emaciated and will lose both ears to ....
Urgent Appeal for Adoption and Fostering
January 26, 2026 After an overwhelming weekend with over 25 new cat intakes, our rescue centres are now facing a "dog-castrophe." We have recently welcomed 9 adorable but very scared collie puppies & several new ....