SaskSPCA has announced the retirement of Executive Director Frances Wach after 30 years of service.

In a news release, SaskSPCA said that Wach played a huge role in helping to grow and evolve the organization and helped make it a provincial leader in animal protection.

They add that her vision helped to expand the SaskSPCA’s goals, build stronger community connections and deepen Saskatchewan’s understanding of animal welfare.

SaskSPCA has announced that Josh Hourie, who has served as the organization’s communications coordinator, will take over as the new Executive Director following Wach’s retirement.