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Action Volunteers for Animals is just what its name suggests: an organization of people who are active on behalf of non-human animals, and who give their time and energy without monetary reward. AVA began in 1972 as a group of Toronto Humane Society workers who kept THS shelter animals alive during a strike of regular shelter staff.  They decided to continue to work together after the strike ended, and to call themselves Action Volunteers For Animals. AVA became a registered charity in 1980. Our funding comes from donations, membership fees, garage sales, and our annual Bazaar which is held each November.  AVA receives no government funding, preferring to maintain its independence. Our organization serves Toronto and the surrounding area and helps animals in two ways: through hands-on work and through the promotion of animal rights.
AVA sterilized and returned to a state of good health, on average, 3.6 animals per day in 2002, and 5.4 animals in 2003.			Please note that AVA does not have a shelter but operates on a foster home basis therefore AVA will provide assistance to those who are willing to take an active part in the rescue of an animal, in other words, are willing to foster. Of course special consideration will be given to the elderly and infirm.
HOW TO CONTACT US : By mail: Action Volunteers for Animals P.O. box 64578 Unionville , Ontario L3R-0M9 For animal emergencies and vet assistance: 416-439-8770 Website: www.actionvolunteersforanimals.com Email address: actionvolunteers@yahoo.com Our Adoptable Pets www.petfinder.org/shelters/ON51.html (AVA East) www.petfinder.org/shelters/ON54.html (AVA West) www.petfinder.org/shelters/ON55.html (AVA Central)