Facebook has become one of Toronto's social network of choice. Its easy to navigate and more than 700k Torontonians are members. A clear example of mobilizing a socially aware group is today's OSPCA Supporters of Animal Cruelty Investigator Tre Smith Rally organized on Facebook . The story is recounted in Toronto Humane Society blog.
What is interesting here is not just the rally but the reiteration of the power of social media. Are you an animal lover? Do you need to save a tree? Is there a historic building that is up for demolition? Do you have a cause? Do you have a non-profit that you volunteer at? Just like The Shift Movie, the shift occurs because of participation, by you! We, TorontoDelivers.com, do not take a political stand on any issue but will provide a forum (like this post) if we're provided the information in advance. These events will not be rated. ~ richard
Event Info Name: Animal Cruelty Investigator Tre Smith (SUPPORT RALLY)
Tagline: OSPCA Supporters of Animal Cruelty Investigator Tre Smith
Host: Supporters of Animal Cruelty Investigator Tre Smith
Time and Place Date: Wednesday, August 15, 2007
Time: 11:00am - 3:30pm
City/Town: Toronto, ON
Location: We will meet then all go to the T.H.S. to say hi to Tre then DRIVE THE 404 TO OSPCA
Comments (3)
Tre Smith is a great man for doing what he did with that animal case. I wish more people were like him. Just like any crime in this world it always seems like the criminal has his supporters. It's just sick.
Posted by Tra | August 16, 2007 8:34 AM
Posted on August 16, 2007 08:34
Re: Officer Tre Smith
Thumbs up for the action taken by Officer Tre Smith in the case of the poor, helpless dog, left in a car, by his owner. When humans commit a cruel act towards an animal, the same action should be committed to them. I can't even begin to imagine what that dog went through in the sweltering heat inside that car. Rather than a suspension, Officer Smith deserves a BIG handshake. But unfortunately, the humans that commit these crimes only get a slap on the wrist or a small fine.....it's just disgusting!!!
Bonnie in Oshawa
Posted by Bonnie Whitney | August 17, 2007 9:29 PM
Posted on August 17, 2007 21:29
re: Tre Smith
Congratulations to Tre Smith for doing the right thing, prompted by his compassion for the dog Cyrus. He deserves a medal, not a suspension. The world needs more people like Tre; so many people perceive animals as objects, rather than sentient beings.
Jose Barrott, Montreal
Posted by Jose Barrott | January 8, 2008 10:44 AM
Posted on January 8, 2008 10:44