Our Mission
We help wildlife get back home to the wild.
Many wildlife adapt to living in our urban Ottawa environments, but they face many challenges. Mothers are accidentally killed by cars or illegally trapped and relocated, leaving behind orphaned babies. If they lose their mother while they are young and vulnerable, these babies have no hope except for the care we provide.
Get Involved
We would not be able to help so many wildlife without the help of our dedicated team of staff, interns and volunteers. There are many ways to get involved and help wildlife. We have opportunities for summer student employment, full-time internships, Volunteers and co-op and field placements.
Come join our dynamic and diverse team of people from the community with a passion for wildlife and the environment.
Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
Happy World Chipmunk Day!
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Happy St Patrick's Day from all of us at RVWS
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Last year, these four raccoons came in after their mom was mistakenly live trapped and relocated. The quadruple, Boo, Bee, Bam, and Belle were found
Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
A throwback to when this porcupine came in many years ago. Contrary to popular belief, porcupines cannot shoot their quills. When an animal comes into
Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
Happy World Wildlife Day!
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Baby was found hanging on a door in someone's house in late January. He is now healthy and hibernating for the winter. In the wild
Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
Bernard came in with his sister Bianca after being found alone in an oven hood. Bernard and his sister were released in late September, ready
Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
Baby Squirrels like Malakoff are raised by their mothers in nests in the wild. We simulate these nests with soft materials. These materials come primarily
Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
Happy Valentine's Day from all of us at RVWS.