About The Society

The Kitimat Community Humane Society (KCHS) is a non-profit society that runs the animal shelter in Kitimat, British Columbia. We take in dogs and cats from Kitimat and across the northwest, care for them, and find them new homes.

We also look after animal control for the District of Kitimat. That includes caring for lost and impounded dogs until they go home, responding to calls about dangerous or nuisance animals, and selling dog licences. Every animal we adopt out is vetted, treated and spayed or neutered before it leaves.

Our work goes beyond the shelter walls. We work with neighbouring communities, including First Nations communities in the region, and with other animal welfare groups to give more animals a chance. Donations are handled by our partner, the Northwest Animal Foundation, so every donor receives a tax receipt.