Animal Welfare Foundation of Canada (AWFC)

About us

Since 1965, the Animal Welfare Foundation of Canada (AWFC) has been working to advance the well-being of animals across Canada.

Headed by a small, volunteer board of veterinary science professionals, animal welfare academics,  advocates and experts in public policy and grant-making, the purpose of our work at the AWFC can be broken into two key initiatives:

Donations made to the AWFC help fund the grants we award to select Canadian animal welfare charities  performing some of the most urgently needed work in animal protection, animal welfare research, and the advancement of laws and policies directed toward the regard and care for animals as sentient beings. If you are seeking funding for a project or initiative, click here to read more about our grant programs.
Many donors looking to support animal welfare charities say they often donate in response to an emotional image or campaign appeal for funds. They would prefer, however, more assurances that they are giving to the most reputable and productive organizations, particularly when considering large donations or  bequests in their Wills.

What if you could rely on a panel of animal welfare experts to help you fund the most deserving initiatives, maximizing the impact of your donation? Alleviating these concerns is what the AWFC was designed to do. We do the homework for you.