The last part of Chatham-Kent's first animal shelter is on display.
Pet and Wildlife Rescue (PAWR) is showcasing the original cornerstone at its shelter in Chatham. The shelter opened in 1974 and was demolished when the current shelter was built in 2018/19.
"Every organization stands on the shoulders of those who came before it," said Myriam Armstrong, Executive Director of PAWR. "While PAWR represents a new chapter in animal welfare in Chatham-Kent, we recognize that our community's commitment to animals did not begin with us."
It was preserved by longtime volunteer and local historian Dr. Bruce Warwick. Along with restoring the stone, he also created a custom metal plaque detailing the history of the first shelter, with both pieces mounted on a frame handcrafted by Barry Little.
