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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.

Porcupine in the grass
Staff posing for photo in front of willow tree

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

4 days 12 hours ago

Sometimes our patients need a little help when it comes to eating, and this is especially true with bats. This big brown bat came in

Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

1 week 19 hours ago

On this Giving Tuesday, we’re excited to announce that your donation will be DOUBLED! Donate today until December 31, and several generous donors will MATCH

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1 week 6 days ago

Did you know raccoons REALLY love sweets? They feast on fruits and other sugary food in the fall to pack on the body fat for

Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary is attending an event.

2 weeks 3 days ago

Join us tomorrow, Sunday November 19th, from 11-4, for the Mistletoe Fair! Stop by the Kemptville Community Centre for some Christmas shopping, eat some delicious

Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

2 weeks 4 days ago

Our 2024 calendar begins shipping next week! Be sure to order early as we sold out last year. More info and ordering at www.rideauwildlife.org/calendar/

Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

2 weeks 6 days ago

This October, we received an adult vole who came in unable to hold herself up properly and was walking in circles. These are clear signs

Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

3 weeks 3 days ago

MEET OUR CHARITIES: Each year the Fair organizers choose two charities to share the proceeds from our booth sales and gift table. This year our

Rideau Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

1 month 1 day ago

Our 2024 calendar is ready to order! Be sure to order early as we sold out last year. More info and ordering at www.rideauwildlife.org/calendar/

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