One brick at a time the North Bay and District Humane Society is fundraising for a new adoption centre.

They’ve launched the Homeward Bound campaign to raise $500,000.

The public will have the opportunity to invest in the new project by buying bricks around the facility.

Donors can also choose to dedicate specially engraved bricks to pets, family members or loved ones.

Officials say they’re expanding for the first time in 30 years to help curb pet overpopulation and do more for animals in need.

“Every year, we help more than 1,500 dogs and cats find their forever homes locally through pet adoptions and around the province through our animal transfer program,” says Liam Cullin, Humane Society Executive Director. “We believe we can do more for animals. As the hub of the North for animal welfare, we have outgrown our current facility. Building a standalone adoption centre will open up additional space and will help us fulfill our mission to find a forever home for every dog and every cat.”

The plan is to open the new 32-hundred square foot facility in the fall of 2021.

The new building, designed by local firm Bertrand Wheeler Architecture Inc., will feature 12 new dog kennels, 5 cat and kitten rooms, an outdoor “catio” space, 4 new outdoor dog runs and an enclosed exercise area. Commercial laundry facilities, a multi-purpose training room and a ‘meet and greet’ space for new pet parents will also be part of the adoption centre. Once completed, all adoptions will be facilitated at the new centre, clearing up space at the existing Humane Society building, which has experienced an increase in stray and vulnerable animals in recent years.

Check out homesforpets.ca for more.

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