After receiving her 173rd mailing and 43rd e-mail from the World Wildlife Foundation of Canada, Hilary finally caved and agreed to make a monthly donation to the organisation.

Ever since "adopting a polar bear" as a gift for a family member, Hilary has received numerous requests for additional money from the WWF. Hilary has hardened her heart to the plight of , Arctic seals and Bengal tigers and baby polar bears. But after reading about the transportation of baby parrots in toilet paper rolls as part of the illegal pet trade, Hilary could bear it no more. Plus, they promise a free calendar.