Canadians donate thousands to animal-rescue organizations in honour of Betty White

Animal rescue organizations across Canada have received thousands of dollars in honour of the late Betty White, the much-loved actor and animal-rights advocate.

Monday would have marked White’s 100th birthday, but she died on Dec. 31. 

In her honour, a social media movement called the #BettyWhiteChallenge popped up encouraging people to donate to local animal shelters.

A spokesperson for the B.C. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says it has received more than $64,000 in donations over the past few days, most of which came in Monday as a result of the challenge. 

The Vancouver Humane Society says it has received $1,290 in