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Are these courses and resources free?
Most of them are. You will see the cost for a specific course when you click to enroll. If there is a cost, there will be special pricing for Humane Canada members and associates.
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Who can access these courses and resources?
Most of them are designed for professionals and volunteers in the animal welfare, sheltering and advocacy sectors. We also have resources for professionals across intersecting sectors, including prosecutors, emergency responders, social workers, veterinarians, fundraisers, lawyers, humane educators, and others.
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How do I sign up for one of these courses?
You have to create a free account using your email and set up a password. NOTE: For Humane Canada members and associates, please log in with your work email.
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How long do I have access to these courses?
Most times you will receive lifetime access to a course, which means you can access the materials within a course (e.g., videos, templates, audio files, etc.) for a lifetime as long as you maintain access to our online learning and resource centre.
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Do I always have to sign in with my email?
Yes. For security purposes, you must log in to our online learning and resource centre using your email and password. NOTE: For Humane Canada members and associates, please log in with your work email.
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How can I contribute a resource or course to this online learning and resource centre?
Great question! Thank you for your interest in providing resources to broaden access for Canadians. Please get in touch with our team at [email protected]
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AI for Animal Welfare: Practical Tools to Save Time and Amplify Your Impact
Course • 5 lessonsLearn practical, beginner-friendly AI tools built for animal welfare professionals. Save time, boost fundraising and communications, and keep your mission at the centre. No experience needed.
Free
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View all Categories, Leadership and Management
Unlocking Influence: How Government Relations Can Transform Animal Shelter Impact and Drive Outcomes
Course • 17 lessonsThis four-part micro-course empowers animal welfare leaders to navigate government, build relationships with policymakers, and create effective GR strategies that boost shelter impact, using tools, case studies, and actionable guidance.
Free
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Leading People
Course • 32 lessonsStarting September 29, this five‑week interactive leadership course builds practical skills through discussions and case studies. This course may count toward Humane Canada’s upcoming Certified Animal Welfare Professional designation.
$795
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View all Categories, Community Programs and Services, Operations, Leadership and Management, Human Resources, Psychological Health and Safety
Implementing a Culturally Safe & Trauma-Informed Approach
Course • 43 lessonsThis course is for anyone who is interested in the topic, but will be particularly useful for those working in the animal services sector who wish to learn more about how to implement trauma-informed and culturally safe approaches in their work.
Free
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Trauma-Informed & Culturally Safe Leadership
Course • 42 lessonsThis course is particularly useful for leaders in the animal services sector who wish to learn more about creating a trauma-informed, culturally safe work environment and programs. Created by the Vancouver Humane Society.
Free
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View all Categories, Operations, Leadership and Management, Psychological Health and Safety
Caring For Yourself & Others: Preventing Compassion Fatigue & Burnout
Course • 32 lessonsThis course is ideal for those working in the animal services sector who wish to learn how to address and prevent compassion fatigue and burnout in themselves and others. Created by the Vancouver Humane Society.
Free