Year
2013
Number
B138
Sponsor(s)
Cariboo RD
WHEREAS animal abuse complaints and the protection of animals is handled by various non-profit organizations throughout BC; AND WHEREAS these societies are in constant need of financial support as they receive no provincial government funding and are only able to operate due to the sustained efforts of volunteers and support through independent donations: THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that UBCM request that provincial legislation be implemented to levy an additional tax of up to one half of one percent on all commercially produced animal food sales in British Columbia to help cover the operational costs of non-profit animal protection organizations.
Convention Decision
Not Considered - Automatic Referral to Executive
Executive Decision
Not Endorsed