Author: Taylor Huestis

A Forever Home for the Holidays

December 15, 2021

By Taylor Huestis

We love sharing stories with happy endings. And while this story is sure to warm your heart, it began on a bitterly cold November night.

Landers was homeless, hungry and alone.

He was found just 4 minutes away from the SPCA. We’re not sure if Landers was abandoned. We hoped he was just lost. After all, he was just 6 months old and only had patches of fur to keep him warm.

Landers was rushed into the shelter. He enjoyed some yummy food and thanked us with slobbery kisses. Our veterinary team discovered Landers was suffering from Dermatitis. His treatment included two different types of medicine and special baths to soothe his skin. After a few weeks, Landers began to grow some peach-fuzz and bounce around like a brand new pup.

Landers spent 53 days at the shelter… including Christmas!

Just like a kid on Christmas morning, Landers was ecstatic picking out a special toy to celebrate. His tail didn’t stop wagging all day.

But the best gift of all – a home – was still to come.

“I didn’t know much about Landers before I met him,” Mark remembered. “I took Landers out for a walk. It was less of a walk and more a jump for Landers, as he proceeded to spring up and down on his hind legs the entire walk, bursting with excitement. That brief walk is all I needed to know this was a solid match.”

Mark made it official and adopted Landers. But this turned out to be a classic case of who rescued who as Landers is always teaching important life lessons.

“Don’t bite porcupines, momma racoons are dangerous, deer can also chase you, snapping turtles are not rocks, and wasps don’t like when you dig up their underground nests,” laughed Mark. “Most dogs have traits most of us humans struggle to internalize. They’re loving regardless of physical attributes, happy to just be in the moment, thrive off routines, those are just some of things our four-legged friends seem to have in spades.”

Nowadays, Landers spends his holiday season playing in the snow and cuddling up at home. But he always reminds Mark to donate to help hurt and homeless pets.

“I was inspired by Landers to make a contribution to the SPCA,” shared Mark. “After completing the adoption process I realized just how much care and work goes on behind the scenes at the SPCA. It opened my eyes on how important it is to have an active SPCA, visiting countries less fortunate than our own and you’ll see a much different outcome for strays and animal treatment.”

Lander’s family made a very generous gift in a unique way… They donated securities!

“Without a doubt I’d recommend others to directly donate stocks over cash from stocks,” Mark suggested. “It’s the most tax efficient way to donate to a charitable organization such as the SPCA. If I sold a stock and donated the proceeding cash, I would be losing around 20% of the donation to taxes. However, if I donate the stock directly to the SPCA I’ll be entitled to an inclusion rate of zero on any capital gain that stock has.”

Landers sometimes scratches his head confused when Mark talks about securities. But hearing that his shelter friends could have 20% more toys and treats makes his heart happy.

“It’s best to speak to a professional about what makes sense for you,” continued Mark. “Any accountant or financial professional would be able to walk you through the steps.” Plus, the SPCA have staff to provide information and support like, Liz LeClair, the Director of Advancement.

Where Landers shared his life lessons, we asked Mark if he had any advice for animal lovers wanting to help this holiday season.

“While donating stocks or gifting assets to charitable organizations is an effective way to help a good cause… donating your time or fundraising is equally valuable,” Mark smiled. “And with adoption, slow it down and take your time finding a good match. Waiting a couple of months is nothing compared to the years you’ll be with each other.”

Happy PAWlidays!

 

Taylor Huestis

Taylor is the Communications & Development Officer with the Nova Scotia SPCA and proud adoptive fur-mama to Bonnie and Boy. She is passionate about raising awareness and funds for local animals in need. Connect with Taylor at thuestis@spcans.ca or 902-222-0378 today.

Famous Last Words

November 19, 2021

By Taylor Huestis

“Let’s just go see the shelter pets.” As an animal lover, you’ve probably either said or heard that before. How many pets did you fall in love with during your visit? Did “just going to look” become your famous last words?

Well, that is exactly what happened with Kelly.

“My mate at the time showed me Laddie’s picture and asked if I wanted to just go see him,” Kelly shared. “I was worried as to how my other nine-year-old rescue would react, so we took him with us.”

Laddie was one of six adorable adoptable pups who had been surrendered to the Yarmouth SPCA. By the time Kelly got to the SPCA later that day, Laddie was the lone pup left. All his fur brothers and sisters had found forever families except for him.

Kelly was smitten. It was more than love when she locked eyes with Laddie. She knew what she was feeling. It was the same feeling she had when she adopted Bruno the year before.

“Laddie and Bruno got along and I noticed that they shared the same colour brindle and both had spots,” Kelly explained. “I was a goner… so I let him rescue me!”

The crew hopped in the truck and headed home together. “Neither Laddie nor his adopted brother showed any fear or discomfort about coming with us,” Kelly remembered. “We were super lucky! Laddie was very playful and quite intrigued with the cats… much to one of the cats’ chagrin!”

Where Laddie was a young pup, he needed a lot of training and love. “Boy oh boy, it was a challenge,” recalled Kelly. “We didn’t think we would ever get him trained. We knew he was smart and I was determined.”

“Bruno seemed to almost father him a bit – correcting him and keeping him in line,” Kelly shared. “The sweetest thing that I saw Bruno do was let Laddie win when they would play. By this I mean that Bru would twist his body down to the ground so that Laddie could be on top and win!”

“Funny: I taught him how to sit, give paw, and speak by giving him tiny pieces of toilet paper – he has a thing for toilet paper,” giggled Kelly. “Maybe that’s why he was hard to housebreak… he was waiting for toilet paper!”

The patience, hard work, and extra energy all paid off. “He is now a very well behaved and energetic boy,” Kelly smiled. “Every day is amusing. He does what I call a ‘rabbit run’ where he zooms in huge circles at the speed of light! He only does it outside now which is nice (he ruined a couch that way lol!) He is sweet and goofy and cuddly. He also loves to tease his brother and furry friends with his toys and bones, trying to get them to chase him. Playful is an understatement when it comes to him!”

This month marks Laddie’s two-year Gotcha Day – a day to celebrate his adoptaversary. It has been two years of training for Laddie but he has been doing his own teaching, too.

“Laddie embraces the ‘play hard, relax hard’ motto and reminds me to do the same,” Kelly reflected. “He also approaches everything with a joyous exuberance that you can’t help but feel yourself as you watch him.”

Those “just going to look” famous last words ending up helping everyone. When Laddie was adopted, there was more shelter space to help the next pet in need. Bruno got a loving brother who helps to keep him young. And Laddie found a caring family who helped him reach his full potential.

But perhaps the most affected was Kelly herself.

“Rescues reward you by letting you look at life through their eyes,” she smiled. “You don’t rescue them, they rescue you.”

 

 

Taylor Huestis

Taylor is the Communications & Development Officer with the Nova Scotia SPCA and proud adoptive fur-mama to Bonnie and Boy. She is passionate about raising awareness and funds for local animals in need. Connect with Taylor at thuestis@spcans.ca or 902-222-0378 today.

Cat Who Saves Kittens from Fire Joins Firefighter Family

November 19, 2021

By Taylor Huestis

When you think of the word superhero, what comes to mind? Maybe comic book characters like Wonder Woman or Batman. Or perhaps a beloved family member or friend.

But pets may be the ultimate superheroes. Although they don’t have capes, their adorable wet noses and unique personalities bring comfort and joy. And sometimes the saving is more literal, like when a mama cat rescues kittens from a house fire.

Bria was a young stray cat who had a rough start. At only two-years-old, she was hit by a car and left with a huge scar on her back and her ears. Thankfully, a kind animal lover found Bria and began to care for her.

The family began feeding Bria and letting her into their house. To their surprise, Bria was pregnant! She had a litter of kittens and would bring the kittens in and out of their house. The family reached out to the Pictou SPCA and booked an appointment to bring Bria and the babies in.

But the day before they were supposed to bring Bria and the kittens in… their house burnt down.

The family was devastated. Bria and the babies had been inside when the fire started. They searched around the community and couldn’t find them. They were heartbroken.

A few days later, the family returned to the house to see what could be salvaged. They were shocked to see Bria proudly walking out of the woods with ALL of her babies. She somehow managed to get all five kittens out of the house and keep them safe. Bria and the kittens joined the SPCA Foster Family program to prepare everyone for adoption. Once they were all strong and healthy, they were spayed/neutered thanks to our friends at PetSmart Charities® of Canada. This way, there wouldn’t be any more accidental litters and they could live happier, longer lives.

Now, here is where Angela comes in.

“We started looking for a cat to add to our family a couple of months ago,” Angela shared. “We weren’t picky about gender or color or anything, but we did know that we wanted to adopt an older cat who would have more trouble getting adopted. I’ve worked in rescue for a long time and I know that the babies always get scooped up while the older ones get left behind.”

Angela and her husband found many cats along the way, all full of potential and love, but she kept saying “We’re going to find one and know that that’s our cat.” And then fate stepped in. At the bottom of the adoptions webpage was Bria’s picture and bio.

“I was immediately in love with her big green eyes and her little crinkled ear,” Angela smiled. “I read her story and texted my husband and said ‘I just found our cat.’ I knew before I met her that we were taking her home but when my 4-year-old daughter and I went to meet her she was so sweet and loving it just sealed the deal.”

Bria began to settle into her new home and took an instant liking to the basement. “Sometimes we’d hear her yell ‘hellooo!’ from the basement – seriously, her meow sounds like she’s yelling hello,” giggled Angela. “We’d go down to play with her and give her some love. So far, that meow is one of our favourite things about her. It cracks us up every time.”

“She finds an immense amount of joy zipping around the house chasing her ball around (and we do too watching her),” Angela shared. “She is absolutely in love with my husband. She curls up with him to sleep at night and if he puts any of his clothing ANYWHERE she finds it and lays on it. She loves watching me cook supper and trying to sneak taste tests hahaha.”

“Bria is such a special girl,” Angela beamed. “She’s been through so much in her short life and is still tough as nails. When she met our two big dogs if one grumbled at her she didn’t even flinch. We feel such a connection to her and after what she’s been through we’re committed to making sure the rest of her life is the comfiest it possibly can be.”

“We also want to say how much we love and appreciate the SPCA for what you do,” Angela continued. “It’s not an easy job and we are grateful for the people that do it.”

“My husband is a firefighter… just like her. And my daughter tells everyone she sees that her kitty is a superhero. Bria really is an inspiration, and a reminder that life can be so, so tough, but you can make it through and still come out on the other side and spread love and happiness.”

 

 

Taylor Huestis

Taylor is the Communications & Development Officer with the Nova Scotia SPCA and proud adoptive fur-mama to Bonnie and Boy. She is passionate about raising awareness and funds for local animals in need. Connect with Taylor at thuestis@spcans.ca or 902-222-0378 today.

Diggory Finds a Doting Dad

November 17, 2021

By Judy Layne

Every animal that crosses the Nova Scotia SPCA’s doorstep is special. SPCA staff and volunteers work tirelessly to mend broken bodies and spirits so that each animal gets a chance for the happiness they deserve. Some animals need more care and attention than others, but these precious souls are always worth the extra work. Take Diggory for example.

Found stray, Diggory was brought to safety at the Dartmouth SPCA on May 12 by a kind man. We don’t know his name but want to thank him for saving this sweet kitty. Diggory had a huge deep neck and face wound and received emergency medical treatment, but then he began to sneeze – sometimes even sneezing blood. It was devastating. But after weeks of medical care, monitoring and attention, Diggory was back to looking healthy. He gained some weight and was cleared for adoption.

The only concern was that Diggory tested positive for FIV – Feline Immunodeficiency Virus – that causes a weakening of the cat’s immune system. The most common way FIV is transferred is through a deep bite wound from an FIV+ cat. Being stray, that’s likely how Diggory got infected. Only cats can get FIV; people and dogs cannot. The good news is that FIV + cats can live full, long lives with some special considerations. They must be kept solely indoors and either be the only cat in the household or live with other FIV+ cats. Adoptive families need to pay extra attention to keep FIV+ cats happy and healthy, monitoring their well-being (ex. weight loss or gain) and behavior carefully, maintaining dental health and getting regular vet checks.

With these special needs, everyone was hopeful that Diggory would find a loving home and on June 17, he found his perfect match! I spoke with Diggory’s doting dad Cliff who shared “I think that fate brought us together. After my beloved cat Bob died, I didn’t feel ready to get another cat. When I was ready, I looked on the SPCA website for a new furry family member. Cats were getting adopted quickly, likely due to Covid. I kept seeing Diggory there and thought that perhaps no one wanted him because he had a huge gash down the side of his face and was FIV+. My heart went out to him. I decided that he deserved a loving home too, so I started doing some research on FIV.”

SPCA staff spent time with Cliff explaining the special attention that Diggory would need to keep him healthy. Some folks may not be up to the challenge, but Cliff was. Diggory adapted quickly to his new home. “The day I brought him home, he cautiously checked out the place and then parked himself under the couch for a few hours,” said Cliff. “I visited him periodically and talked gently to him. Eventually, he came out, gave me a head-butt and started rubbing up against me. Then he made himself right at home.” In fact, Diggory proved himself to be a real trouper during those first few weeks. “When I adopted him, he had a bad cold and I had to give him oral meds and supplements. Thinking back, it wasn’t the greatest way to earn Diggory’s trust – a new owner trying to shove stuff down his throat every day, but somehow, he got over it!” chuckled Cliff.

Diggory’s favourite things to do? Cliff said “His number one favourite thing is eating! He loves his toy mice that he had in his SPCA kennel and enjoys playing with the laser pointer – he can sure move fast for a big cat! Diggory’s also fascinated with the sound of water – shower, sink, toilet, it doesn’t matter – he comes running! And I can’t leave my shoes out because he loves my laces.”

Diggory fills the house with smiles and laughter every day. “When I’m brushing him, and I’m done, he’ll grab for me as I’m pulling my hand away, then he’ll reach out and wrap his front legs around one of my legs trying to stop me,” exclaimed Cliff. “When I go to bed, he attacks my feet as I’m sliding them under the covers – it’s quite a sight! As soon as I wake up in the morning, Diggory starts talking to me – I’m not sure what he’s trying to tell me most of the time, but it’s very entertaining.  He’s an awesome little buddy. In fact, Buddy has become his nickname.”

Reflections of Diggory’s hard life as a stray surface at times. Cliff shared “He loves being around people. He seems to need to touch me. He’ll reach out and put a paw on me when he’s beside me on the couch.”

While many people may overlook homeless pets with special needs in search of the ‘perfect pet,’ Cliff looks at it this way………… “Animals can’t help their special needs, whatever they may be, any more than a person can. But they need and deserve respect, love and a forever home. Diggory waited a long time for a loving home and after meeting him, I couldn’t imagine why. When I look at him, I don’t see an FIV+ cat, I see a handsome sweet cat who loves people.”

 

Understanding the commitment involved in adopting a special needs pet is crucial to a happy healthy relationship. There are important things to consider before adopting a pet with special needs.

  • Think about any long-term dietary requirements, special medications or treatments your pet will need. Pets with behavioral issues may need special training; those with mobility challenges may need therapy or surgery.  Ensure you can fit these costs into your family’s budget.
  • Your pet may need medications/injections at specific times of day. Ensure you’re available to do this.
  • Talk with your family about the challenges that come with adopting a special needs pet and ensure everyone’s onboard.
  • Your pet may need more frequent vet visits. Pets with an injury or physical disability may need assistance with standing or walking. Some may need you to physically accompany them outside for bathroom breaks, as opposed to simply being let out.

 The Nova Scotia SPCA makes every effort to place special needs pets with their perfect human match.  Before deciding to adopt, speak to shelter staff since they’re familiar with the animal and consult with your vet to get a good understanding of the pet’s ongoing requirements. Whatever the pet’s special needs, the SPCA will be there before and after adopting to support you by providing information and advice.

 

 

Judy Layne

Judy is a dedicated volunteer with the Nova Scotia SPCA and proud adoptive fur-mama to Gracie. She is committed to speaking for animals who cannot speak for themselves.

Building a Bridge of Trust: Roland’s Story

November 17, 2021

By Judy Layne

Imagine yourself standing before a swinging rope bridge that crosses a deep ravine. You look down and your heart leaps into your throat. A stranger on the other side encourages you to cross, telling you it’s safe. They hold out their hand and say you can trust them. But fear makes it hard to take that first step. 

And so it goes with some homeless animals whose lives have not been filled with the care, love and attention that they deserve. Their fear is often greater than their hope of finding love. We need to build a bridge of trust between what was and what can be before an animal can take their first steps towards a new life.

Take Roland for example. This sweet one-year old Basset Hound was surrendered to the Nova Scotia SPCA along with two of his brothers on November 1, 2019 in hopes for a better future. His two sisters had passed away from Parvo virus, so Roland and his brothers were quarantined as the virus is very contagious. Thankfully, they tested negative for Parvo, but emotionally, the dogs were fragile – scared, nervous and extremely under-socialized. Roland was the most timid and as well, he was very underweight – you could see his ribs and spine. With medical care and TLC, Roland’s brothers progressed well, but everyone knew that Roland would need a special home filled with love, patience and understanding. One Saturday in November, Laura Josey was volunteering at the shelter and Roland’s life changed.

Laura and her fiancé Tavis had talked about adding a dog to their family and when she met Roland, it was game over. “As soon as I saw his sweet face, he had my whole heart,” said Laura. “I started getting our house ready and researching how best to build Roland’s trust and confidence. I wanted to give him the loving home he deserved and help him on his journey to happiness.”

Once they brought Roland home, the couple realized just how new everything was to him. “He was scared of the couch, wouldn’t go up the stairs and was terrified of the television even when it was off,” related Tavis. “He would slink through the house low to the ground like a cat. Eventually, he picked his safe space, a corner in our dining room.”

For the first 2 weeks, Laura spent time sitting on the dining room floor with Roland, talking gently to him and getting him comfortable. She explained “I slowly started inching his bed into the living room. It took me 5 weeks to get Roland in there with the TV on, and it was actually Christmas Eve when he officially conquered his fear of the big scary television.”

Laura started taking Roland for small walks and slowly increased how far they went, with lots of encouragement and treats involved. “Roland didn’t wag his tail until about three weeks after we brought him home and when he finally did, I cried tears of joy,” shared Laura. And every day since has been a step forward in Roland’s amazing transformation. Now Roland loves exploring on walks, mainly with his nose. Laura chuckled “A 20-minute walk can take us twice as long so he can sniff everything along the way!”

“When we first brought Roland home, he didn’t bark at all, but now he sure does!” laughed Tavis. “We’re just waiting for him to perfect his howl, which we will probably regret when he does! He has two large baskets of toys he loves ripping to shreds (thankfully, he doesn’t try to eat them). It takes Roland a little while to warm to people but we’re very lucky that our friends and family are so caring and patient. We keep treats at the front door for anyone visiting to win him over, since he loves food!”

Roland is definitely living his best life. He’s now the happiest little guy with a huge personality. He even played an important role in Tavis’ proposal to Laura (find out how below!) And he has his own Instagram account that Laura created to post updates on his progress and hopefully, inspire people. Today, Roland has over 400 followers!

Yet among the milestones Roland is achieving, reminders of his past still surface. “Roland is not fond of men, and he is still afraid of reusable grocery bags and black combat-style boots (which my fiancé has to wear to work every day), so desensitizing him to these things is still a work in progress,” said Laura.

I asked Laura what Roland has brought to her life. “He’s my best friend, my secret-keeper and a huge source of laughter when I need it most. My fiancé is in the Navy and is often away for long periods, and Roland never lets me feel lonely. The second anniversary of Roland’s “Gotcha Day” is November 19th and the day before is both of our birthdays! We’ll each have our own cake and presents, of course, and go for a walk around the lake.”

What lesson does Roland’s story teach us? Laura replied “Animals like Roland have so much love to give and sometimes they require a little extra care in order to shine. All you need is love and patience. There will be tough days, but the good days far outweigh them.  Just watching their ‘firsts’ is amazing – wagging their tail, playing with a toy, doing ‘zoomies’ or just finding their bark – it’s incredibly rewarding.”

The couple’s final thoughts? “It hurts our hearts to think of what Roland’s life would have been like if not for the Nova Scotia SPCA. Their dedication and commitment make a life-changing difference for animals like Roland every day.”

 

Prepare for cuteness. Laura shared more of Roland’s hijinks:

 The Proposal

“It was a Friday afternoon, Tavis picked me up from work and we headed home as we normally do. I was first through the door and as usual Roland was waiting on the couch to greet us, but I noticed something hanging off his collar. At first I was worried, thinking he had gotten tangled in something but as I got closer I could clearly see what it was. It was a note that read “Will you marry my Dad?” I immediately turned around to find Tavis on one knee. It was perfect and I of course said yes!”

 The Raccoon Roundup

“I let Roland out one morning as I usually do at 6am and seconds later I heard him making his Chewbacca screams (the noise he makes when our cats don’t want to play with him). He was desperately trying to make friends with a raccoon, playfully chasing it in circles around our yard. I eventually caught Roland but not before falling in the mud dressed in my work scrubs, which gave the tired racoon time to climb up and over our fence.”

 The Cat (er, Dog) Burglar

“As Roland’s confidence builds, he will often take what I call ‘little tours’ around the house by himself (I still think he’s checking the place out) and sometimes he’ll stop and get really quiet just like a small child. I assume he’s getting into trouble and he usually is! His favourite stealth moves are to steal insoles out of sneakers or socks out of the laundry.”

 

 

Judy Layne

Judy is a dedicated volunteer with the Nova Scotia SPCA and proud adoptive fur-mama to Gracie. She is committed to speaking for animals who cannot speak for themselves.

This Pup is an East Coast Role Model

October 21, 2021

By Taylor Huestis

This sweet pup may look familiar to you. She is often the face modeling cool East Coast Lifestyle gear, Atlantic Canada’s largest clothing brand. But did you know she actually had a tricky start before becoming Nova Scotia famous?

Stella was one of three pups brought to safety at the SPCA. At just a few weeks old, they were covered in fleas and all suffering from roundworms. Roundworms are dangerous because they rob the growing pup of vital nutrients. The pups needed medical care – and fast.

To help them recover, Stella and her two sisters, Jiggy and Butterball, were given dewormer medicine and flea treatment. Plus, one of the most experienced SPCA foster families brought all three pups home to work on socialization and training. It worked! By the time they were 8 weeks old, they were confident and healthy puppies ready for adoption.

That is when Stella locked eyes with Taylor and Alex.

“We met Stella at the SPCA booth at the Ideal Home Show in Halifax and immediately we knew she was the one,” smiled Taylor. “Alex always grew up with dogs, but I came from a household where we only ever had a cat. After I saw Stella’s face, my whole world change and I knew at that very moment, I had just become a dog lover.”

Although Stella and her sisters all looked super similar, Stella stood out and stole Alex and Taylor’s hearts. “I couldn’t tell the two apart but Alex knew he wanted Stella and swore they had a bond,” Taylor remembered. “Needless to say, he was right and I’m glad he was.”

Stella settled in with her new family and began showing off her incredible intelligence right away. She learned tricks quickly, including one that is always a crowd favourite. “Stella’s favourite trick is to sit pretty,” laughed Taylor. “She stands up on her back legs and front paws completely lifted off the ground and holds it until she gets the treat. It’s a fun one and the kids always love it.”

Because Stella brought Alex and Taylor so much joy, they were inspired to give back to help other hurt and homeless pets. They designed an East Coast Lifestyle pet bandana and donated the proceeds to the SPCA. To date, they have generously donated more than $3,000 to help furry friends in need.

Stella, being a proud SPCA alumni and super adorable, modeled the pet bandanas, naturally.

Knowing Stella was a great teacher, Alex and Taylor knew she would make a great role model to another pup. They welcomed Nova into their family and Stella got to work on being the best big sister possible.

“Stella and Nova are two peas in a pod,” said Taylor. “Nova follows Stella around the house and copies absolutely everything she does. Stella has taught Nova to be more patient when waiting for treats and showed her where the best windows in the house are located with perfect views to the street so they can people watch together.”

“My favourite though is that she taught Nova to nestle under the covers and cover her eyes when the sun is rising in the morning,” Taylor continued. “When I wake up, all I can see is their noses poking out to breathe some fresh air.”

Not only is Stella a great role model for East Coast Lifestyle, the SPCA, and her little sister, but she is also an inspirational model for how to truly live life to the fullest.

“It’s really nice that she is aware of how we are and will force us to slow down when needed,” Taylor shared. “She is our weighted blanket and has taught us to slow down and enjoy life more. When we’re sad or stressed, she crawls right up onto our lap. Yes, she is 90 pounds and still thinks she’s a lap dog haha.”

And that may be Stella’s best trick of all – teaching others how to live in the moment and love unconditionally.

 

 

Taylor Huestis

Taylor is the Communications & Development Officer with the Nova Scotia SPCA and proud adoptive fur-mama to Bonnie and Boy. She is passionate about raising awareness and funds for local animals in need. Connect with Taylor at thuestis@spcans.ca or 902-222-0378 today.