Celebrating Our Accreditation with Imagine Canada: A Milestone in Our Commitment to Excellence

We are thrilled to announce that the Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) has achieved accreditation under Imagine Canada’s Standards Program! This prestigious recognition is not only a badge of honour, but a testament to our dedication to the highest standards of transparency, accountability and effectiveness of our work.

What Imagine Canada Accreditation Means for EHS

Imagine Canada’s Standards Program is an accreditation process that evaluates charities and nonprofits across Canada. To receive this accreditation, an organization must demonstrate excellence in five key areas: Board Governance, Financial Accountability & Transparency, Fundraising, Human Resources and Volunteer Involvement.

Achieving accreditation means we at EHS meet or exceed the standards in all these areas, reflecting our commitment to operating with integrity.

Why Accreditation Matters

The path to accreditation was a rigorous and thorough process, requiring a commitment to continuous learning and improvement. We undertook this journey because we believe in the importance of accountability – not just to our supporters, but to the community we serve.

For our donors, partners and volunteers, this accreditation is a reassurance that your trust is well-placed. It demonstrates that we are a reliable, well-managed and effective organization. Your contributions – whether financial, time or expertise – are being used responsibly to further our mission of enriching the lives of people and companion animals.

We understand the importance of trust in the nonprofit sector, and this accreditation is our promise to you that we will continue to uphold the highest standards.

Looking Ahead

While we celebrate this achievement, we also recognize that this accreditation is not the end but a new beginning. We are dedicated to continuous improvement and will regularly review and enhance our policies and practices to maintain our accreditation. We will continue serving our wonderful and supportive community with excellence.

I would like to personally thank our donors, volunteers, board members and staff – this milestone would not have been possible without your unwavering support. We will continue to seek ways to improve, innovate, and enhance our programs and services to better serve our community of people and pets. Thank you for your trust and belief in the vision and future of EHS.

For more information on Imagine Canada, please visit the Imagine Canada website.

Here’s to an exciting road ahead as we continue to strive for excellence in everything we do!

Liza Sunley, Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA)
CEO
Edmonton Humane Society