This past January, the Pop-Up Rescue Project was created after an initial intake of 101 dogs was brought to a temporary housing facility in Martensville from a northern community in order to save them from a tragic fate, with another load of additional dogs com
ing shortly after .
Since then, the Pop-Up Rescue Foundation is still going strong, working hard to save as many dogs as possible and find them loving homes with their forever families.
The majority of dogs that were taken in have since been sent to other rescue organizations, foster families or adopted; however, there are still some dogs that are in urgent need of foster homes, or to be adopted.
With the medical/housing expenses required for the dogs that are currently in the care of the Pop-Up Rescue Project, as well as veterinary costs that accumulated during the massive undertaking of vaccinating, neutering/spaying, and any other medical requirements, a fundraising committee was created to help raise money to help cover these costs.
Beginning May 4th, the Pop-Up Rescue Project will be hosting an online silent auction, with all proceeds going towards supporting this incredible initiative.
“We had volunteers that reached out to a wide variety of businesses looking for donations to use in the auction and we are so excited for everyone to see 
the amazing prizes that we have. There are so many great items, and we think that there is something for everyone, no matter what age you are,” Tanya McIntyre, Board of Directors Vice-President of the Pop-Up Rescue Project, stated.
Some of the items include; custom pet mug and figurines, golf passes, art work, massage therapy sessions, craft baskets, a signed Toronto Maple Leafs jersey, dog treat baskets, dog toys, gift certificates, an 8-course dinner, cooler bag with knives and so much more.
The auction will run from May 4th until May 18th when winners will then be contacted to make arrangements for prizes to be picked up.
“From the very beginning, we have had so much community support, and this auction continues to prove just how amazing the support behind this project is. We are so grateful to everyone that has contributed to the Pop-Up Rescue, because without that support, we wouldn’t be able to do this. So thank you,” McIntyre added.
There are still plans to continue fundraising, and raising awareness for these dogs. There is also opportunities to spend time 
with the dogs that are still looking for their homes by signing up to take them for walks throughout the week. To volunteer to take one of the dogs for a walk, contact the Pop-Up Rescue Project on Facebook.
“Our focus hasn’t ended. We are still on a mission to save animals, so if anyone is interested in helping out, we are happy to have them join us!”
For more information, or to view the online auction, visit the ‘Pop-Up Rescue Project’ on Facebook.
