Yes I’m being a bit cheeky, but for many of us our animals are our family. One thing that is very apparent for us at Donate A Car Canada, is that Canadians love their pets. It is unconscionable and sad when we discover a pet has been mistreated, lost, or left for dead. They are at our mercy, and when we’ve chosen to care for them it is unthinkable that we’d shirk responsibility to the point of neglect or abuse.

Pooches putting on the miles

One of our donors recently submitted her Hyundai in memory of her beloved pups, Bear and Ralphie. What struck us about her donation and her story, is the understanding that so many treasured memories are created while we are driving our vehicles from here to there. We sometimes don’t value those moments at the time. But we wake up to the beauty of making those memories in due time:

“That car never really belonged to me – it belonged to my dogs. Thank you for your services and helping me make a donation to the Nova Scotia SPCA! It made saying goodbye to it just a little easier. I left a note in the back seat (the above photo) and I’m attaching a copy for you.” ~ Lisa from Nova Scotia

Supporting the orgs that protect our pets

Our charities listing includes many organizations across the nation that provide care and nurturing for animals in distress. We encourage you to look through the choices to see if there are any that peak your interest. ‘Spot one you love? Consider donating your vehicle to their great cause!

Have you had a similar experience to Lisa? Perhaps you are looking for a meaningful way to honor your beloved furry family member! Donate your unwanted vehicle on behalf of our one of our hard-working animal charities!

Supporting your local SPCA, humane society, or animal shelter through vehicle donation is as simple as 1-2-3!

1. Fill in an online donation form (this takes less than 10 minutes).
2. Wait for your phone to ring: that’s the transport guy calling to arrange your free tow!
3. Finally, watch your inbox. You’ll receive your tax receipt for the net proceeds from the re-sale or recycling of your donated vehicle.

Bear, Ralphie, and countless other feathered, four-legged, toe-beaned critters are counting on you to make a difference! And we’re here to help!

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This post originally landed back in 2020, but we’re excited to share it again this Christmas!

It started with that ’98 Toyota

When Gillian (not her real name) donated her trusty old Camry through our Donate a Car Canada program she had no idea how far that gift would go.

Choosing the Oakville & Milton Humane Society was easy. Gillian wanted to give to a charity that reflects the love she holds for her own Jack Russell Terrier.

Donate a Car Canada got her set up with her free tow (10 – 20 minutes on the phone did the trick). Moreover, one of our funny and efficient Ontario agents was able to get her Toyota picked up that very day!

This quick, easy interaction is played-out many times each day here. Little did we know, however, that Gillian’s gift was to go beyond the simple removal of a donated vehicle!

About those guinea pig treats?

As is often the case, Gillian and one of our donor support team made a personal connection. Kirsten notes, “She called back yesterday afternoon and asked if I could do her a small favour. Would I send a message to the charity for her? She is hoping that her donation can go towards goodies and treats for all of the animals that the Humane Society is looking after. That way they can all have a lovely Christmas too. In a world of uncertainty, fears, anxieties and stress, there are people like Gillian!”

Now a challenge was upon us. We’re practiced at turning hard-working metal and wheels into actual cash for charities. We weren’t entirely sure we could turn that cash into…treats for dogs? This was new territory!

Kirsten unhesitatingly made that charity call, of course! A chat with our contact at the humane society created joy that would make any Jack Russell Terrier wag a tail. Kirsten went on to report, “They actually get together and celebrate Christmas with the animals every year! Furthermore, they actually buy stockings filled with snacks and special treats every year. Parsley for the Guinea Pigs, special chewy snacks for the dogs, etc. Not only that, they take pictures of it and post them on their Facebook page every year too!!”

Next, the boss got involved…

Getting a vehicle connected with a processing agent happens quickly. For us, the next step is awaiting payment from the agent. Subsequently, we tackle the accounting, and then disburse the gift to the donor’s charity of choice.

This takes time. Our boss, hearing Gillian’s story and her Christmas wish, realized our accounting wouldn’t be complete before Christmas.

She challenged, “Could you phone the charity, tell them the story, tell them that the money from her donation won’t be received until December 31^st, but they have 5 donations being sent to them today, so if they would consider her request for Christmas goodies that would be awesome! ”

Back on the phone to the charity, and, you guessed it: it’s being done! Gillian’s wish to honor her Jack Russell Terrier and the dogs (and other animals) at the shelter is a reality.

Find your holiday joy!

Visit your local SPCA or humane society website and participate in some tail-wagging joy of your own!

Giving to your fellow humans is an option, too! Your car, truck, van, or SUV donation can go to any Canadian charity. You read that right! Every charity in Canada has the option to receive your vehicle donation!

We are a click or a call (1-877-250-4904) away and happy to share in holiday cheer! Every donation counts. Scrap car? No problem! Car with uncertain re-sale value? Our agents have you covered!

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