Thanks to everyone for such a fantastic Open House!

There were more than 950 visitors including many young families - it was fantastic to see all those young faces! Many guests commented that they were amazed by the sophistication of the centre, the incredible volunteer program and were generally impressed by how many animals are cared for without government funding. The generosity of the public was incredible - Wild ARC raised $6000 from merchandise sales, animal sponsorships and general donations! There was also approximately $2000 in physical items donated including everything from baby food and pablum to bleach, laundry soap and office supplies.

From all the staff and volunteers and on behalf of all the wild patients, a sincere thank you for your support! See you next year!

Students in biology, conservation, environmental science or animal health, are encouraged to apply for a four-month paid summer position as Wildlife Assistant. Although the position is administrative, it is a great experience for anyone wanting to learn more about wildlife.

See job description and application details

Volunteers are essential to the operations of Wild ARC, with over 15 volunteers needed daily in peak summer season!

Dedicated and hard-working individuals will thrive in this unique facility with specialized training provided. Learn more about this exciting opportunity to make a real difference for local wildlife

Volunteer Program

The 2009 volunteer recruitment season is underway in anticipation of a busy baby season! Wild ARC cared for 1,864 patients in 2008 - so another busy year will soon be upon us!

Volunteer orientation sessions are a great non-commital way to learn about the volunteer program and how you might get involved at the centre, in the community or from home. Orientation sessions take place at Wild ARC and further animal care training for volunteers committing to in-centre participation will follow. See here for more info and upcoming dates.

Over 100 volunteers are needed to operate Wild ARC each week during our peak animal care season from April - October, although some volunteers participate year-round. Animal Care Volunteers (min 19+ years) commit to a 4 hour shift weekly providing husbandry to hundreds of wildlife in need as well as doing laundry, dishes, and cage cleaning. Working with animals is dirty, smelly, physical and sometimes difficult - but the most rewarding experience you'll have!

We also have 2 hour/week opportunities for IN-CENTRE VOLUNTEERS to support Animal Care by participating in non-animal activities essential to operations such as diet preparation, cleaning, organizing, and laundry, and also environmental enrichment! These roles are critical to the health of our animals and may appeal to those who want to make a difference for wildlife with a more flexible but still very important commitment.

Please complete and submit Volunteer Application Form or email info@wildarc.com to join an upcoming orientation session to find out more!