# Canadian animal welfare kitten adoption initiatives

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/canadian-animal-welfare-kitten-adoption-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-10-16T18:00:00.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

During National Adoption Week in October 2026, various animal welfare organizations in Canada launched initiatives to promote kitten adoption through partnerships with PetSmart.

Abby Cat Daddy announced a series of community fundraising and adoption events across Sumas, Surrey Boardwalk, and Chilliwack. These activities included kitten yoga, a ‘Kitten Kraft and Paint’ session, and information sessions scheduled between October 21 and October 25.

Concurrently, the Itty Bitty Kitty Committee (IBKC) launched an adoption drive from October 19 to 25, bringing adoptable kittens to PetSmart locations in Uptown and Duncan. IBKC president Sharon Rubin stated that while the charity completed over 400 adoptions this year, they remain at capacity due to an influx of owner surrenders, unexpected litters, and sick or injured kittens.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-16: Itty Bitty Kitty Committee launches kitten adoption drive

The Itty Bitty Kitty Committee will host kitten adoption events at PetSmart locations in Uptown and Duncan during National Adoption Week to address high demand for animal rescue services.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/itty-bitty-kitty-committee-launches-kitten-adoption-drive

### 2026-10-13: Abby Cat Daddy announces kitten adoption fundraising events

Abby Cat Daddy is hosting several kitten-themed fundraising and adoption events at various PetSmart locations in the Lower Mainland throughout October.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/abby-cat-daddy-announces-kitten-adoption-fundraising-events

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