Big Heart Rescue founder and president, Gail Moerkerken, is being sued by the BC SPCA for defamation after she posted some of her personal experiences with the BC SPCA. The SPCA's suit also includes AAS and seven other defendants.
Gail is also Coordinator for Noah's Wish, an emergency disaster response organization for animals. During the 2003 BC Fire Storms she volunteered in both Kamloops and Kelowna working with livestock and companion pets. In 2005, Gail went as Noah's Wish Canadian Coordinator to the Hurricane Katrina disaster for two months and she is now on alert for Hurricane Dean. Gail has also provided workshops on Disaster Preparedness to the SPCA, Boarding Kennels, Farm Operators, Groomers, Rescue Organizations, Veterinarians and interested individuals. Gail is supervisor for Emergency Social Services (ESS) Pet Care Coordinator for Gabriola Island which involves community disaster planning and response.