Support CWRS
We have a new line of embroidered hooded sweatshirts, zippered sweatshirts, fleece lined vests, golf shirts, fleece lined toques and ball caps. If you are interested in purchasing one, please contact the wildlife centre at (403)266-2282
All sizes available and pricing is very reasonable! Please visit our picture gallery for photos of the items available for sale.
UPDATE, THANK YOU TO BODHI TREE YOGA FOR THEIR GENEROSITY IN 2009! $5000.00 DONATED TO CWRS!
Bodhi Tree Yoga has chosen CWRS as their charity of choice in 2009! Join a Karma Yoga class on Wednesdays in 2009.
"Bodhi Tree Yoga" in Calgary has chosen the Calgary Wildlife Rehabilitation Society as it's charity of choice for 2009. They offer a KARMA Yoga class on Wednesdays, with the proceeds raised during the class being donated to CWRS. We are grateful for their support! Please visit their website for more information and drop in for a class. You'll feel great, not only after the class, but also knowing that your helping to support all the critters we care for at the centre, www.bodhitreeyoga.ca
Wish list items needed!
Spring will be here before we know it, You can help the CWRS and the critters we care for by having a look at our wish list! Items that are always needed,... gift cards, puppy milk replacer (esibilac), bird seed, black oil sunflower seed, frozen veggies and frozen fruit, laundry detergent, bleach, paper towel.
THANK YOU TO WILD ROSE BREWERY FOR THEIR GENEROSITY!!
On behalf of everyone at CWRS, THANK YOU to Wild Rose Brewery for choosing the CWRS for it's charity of the month in April 2009. $300.00 was raised during the month!
We are receiving injured and orphaned animals daily, as this is our busiest time of the year. This donation will go to purchasing the food needed to raise these critters for eventual release! THANKS AGAIN!
SPONSOR A DUCKLING OR GOSLING AND HELP SAVE A LIFE!
Spring is here! Help the Calgary Wildlife Rehabilitation Society, by sponsoring a duckling or gosling. Sponsorships are only $5.00 each.
100% of the proceeds will go towards the feeding, care and eventual release of hundreds of ducklings and goslings that will come into our care this spring.
Contact the centre for more information, call (403)266-2282 ask for Louise or Nicola, we will be happy to explain the sponsorship and take your order!
Visit Calgary's WILD ROSE BREWERY in the month of April, and help fundraise for our charity!
$0.25 from every Wildrose Brown Ale purchased in the Wild Rose Taproom, will be donated to CWRS! For more information, visit Wild Rose Brewery Website at http://www.wildrosebrewery.com/
This event runs for the month of April, show the Brewery we appreciate the support, drop by and have a pint, your support will help many of the critters we take care of!
Gift Giving made easy, CWRS has unique gift ideas for the "hard to buy person" in your family!
Give the gift of sponsorship, or a stunning songbird photograph, critter cosy's, nesting boxes, note cards, gift baskets/stockings of all sorts! Contact Louise at the centre (403)266-2282 ( items may be limited in availability)
Helping CWRS: Helping | Monetary Donation | Donation in Kind | Volunteer Information | Application Form | Orientation Sessions | CWRS Merchandise
VOLUNTEERING WITH THE CALGARY WILDLIFE REHABILITATION SOCIETY, IS A "WILD" EXPERIENCE! MEET NEW FRIENDS, LEARN VALUABLE SKILLS, AND HELP OUT A GREAT CAUSE! ***WE ARE NOT TAKING VOLUNTEERS AT THIS TIME, UNLESS YOU WISH TO BE A BOARD MEMBER AND FUNDRAISE FOR THE SOCIETY, IF THIS IS A POSITION YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PLEASE CONTACT LOUISE AT (403)266-2282** There are many different volunteer opportunities at CWRS and we are always recruiting. Certain conditions do apply. Please fill in an online application, once received and reviewed you will be contacted and invited to a site tour with a discussion on volunteer opportunities available. Site tours are generally conducted one time per month. NOTE: We are not open to the public. All volunteers must be paid members of the Society. Membership is $25.00 per year and a tax reciept is provided. Mimiumum age for volunteering is 16 years of age. No exceptions Please note there is no public transit to the site, a car is necessary Volunteer opportunites available Wildlife rescue Animal Care Education Construction/Site chores Office/computer help Fundraising/Special Events Become a Board Member The Calgary Wildlife Rehabilitation Society (CWRS) is in need of volunteers who are willing to help out in a variety of ways. We depend on our valuable volunteers to help us get our work done. | ||
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Finding Wildlife: What to do | Species Accepted | Release Sites | Vet Clinics | Frequently asked Questions
The CWRS facility is generally open seven days a week, however our hours of operation change seasonally.
For the Wildlife Rescue Line phone: (403) 239-2488.
PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR FACILITY IS NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
unless you are dropping off wildlife
If you should find wildlife after our hours or cannot reach us, the following clinics donate their time to accepting wildlife from the general public. These clinics DO NOT treat the wildlife, they merely hold them for us until we can get a volunteer out to the clinic. Please call the clinic closest to your for assistance. Wildlife is picked up from the Calgary area vet clinics on an as needed basis. We are thankful for the help these clinics provide.
Please note: The CWRS does take injured pigeons, please call centre for information. CWRS is the only widlife facility to do so in the Calgary area. However, all injured or orphaned pigeons must be brought directly to the wildlife centre for treatment. Please do not bring them to the veterinary clinics.
North East
Castleridge Vet Clinic
126 - 55 Castleridge Blvd. NE, Calgary, AB
Phone: 280-1585
Fax: 280-1589
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife
Harvest Hills Vet Clinic
Bay 711, 500 Country Hills Blvd NE, Calgary, AB
Phone: 226-5522
Fax: 226-5602
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife.
Monterey Vet Clinic
917, 2220 - 68th Street NE, Calgary, AB
Phone: 293-8900
Fax: 293-6450
Accepts: No bats and no skunks
Sunridge Vet Clinic
3, 3660 - 20th Avenue NE, Calgary, AB
Phone: 285-8777
Fax: 293-5875
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife
#34, 5010 4th Street NE, Calgary, AB
Phone: 403-457-0911
Fax: 403-452-4878
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife
North West
Calgary North Veterinary Clinic
4204 - 4th Street NW (open 24 hours), Calgary, AB
Phone: 277-0135
Fax: 230-2335
Accepts: No house ferrets, no gray squirrels, and no pigeons.
Country Hills Veterinary Clinic
Bay 214, 5149 Country Hills Blvd NW, Calgary, AB
Phone: 547-3388
Fax: 241-2550
Contact: Dr. Gaviller
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife
Crowfoot Vet Clinic
211, 150 Crowfoot Cr. NW, Calgary, AB
Phone: 241-8944
Fax: 547-1903
Accepts: No large mammals
Edgemont Veterinary Clinic
1234 Edgedale Dr. NW, Calgary, AB
Phone: 239-4657
Fax: 241-1308
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife
Stoney Trail Vet Clinic
Bay 202, 11245 Valley Ridge Dr. NW, Calgary, AB
Phone: 247-2737
Fax: 286-6003
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife
Varsity Vet Clinic
99, 5403 Crowchild Trail NW, Calgary, AB
Phone: 247-3617
Fax: 288-5756
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife
South East
Avenida All Pet Clinic
607, 12445 Lake Fraser Dr. SE, Calgary, AB
Phone: 271-1121
Fax: 271-1123
Accepts: No large mammals and no skunks.
Chinook Animal Clinic
9945 Fairmount Drive SE, Calgary, AB
Phone: 278-9311
Fax: 271-5824
Accepts: No skunks and no porcupines
Douglas Square Pet Hospital
136, 1120 - 24th Street SE, Calgary, AB
Phone: 203-0775
Fax: 203-0779
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife
Due South Animal Hospital
16626 McKenzie Lake Blvd SE, Calgary, AB
Phone: 257-8899
Fax: 257-8974
Accepts: No large mammals
Forest Lawn Veterinary Hospital
2002 - 36th Street SE, Calgary, AB
Phone: 272-0115
Fax: 569-0321
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife
Macleod Trail Veterinary Clinic
8910 Macleod Trail SE, Calgary, AB
Phone: 255-1168
Fax: 259-6399
Accepts: No skunks, no porcupines
McKenzie Towne Animal Clinic
40 High Street SE, Calgary, AB
Phone: 257-6105
Fax: 257-6108
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife
Riverbend Animal Clinic
354, 8338 - 18th Street SE, Calgary, AB
Phone: 279-8747
Fax: 279-8773
Accepts: No skunks and no porcupines
South Trail Pet Hospital
75, 4307- 130 Ave SE (by Deerfoot Trail), Calgary, AB
Phone: 257-3393
Fax: 257-9520
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife
Sundance Animal Hospital
35 Sunmills Drive SE, Calgary, AB
Phone: 254-9698
Fax: 254-9045
Contact: Dr. Jennifer Scott
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife
South West
Animal Clinic
1016 - 9th Ave SW, Calgary, AB
Phone: 262-3237
Fax: 265-0224
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife
Animal Clinic West
921 - 37th Street SW, Calgary, AB
Phone: 246-8386
Fax: 246-8392
Contact: Krysta
Accepts: No large mammals
Britannia Veterinary Clinic
7738 Elbow Dr. SW, Calgary, AB
Phone: 253-7044
Fax: 253-7147
Contact: Dr. Elaine Murphy
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife.
Calgary Avian & Exotic Pet Clinic
3118 - 17th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB
Phone: 240-3577
Fax: 249-8160
Accepts: No bats, skunks, nor un-band (wild) pigeons.
Coach Hill Vet Hospital
6424 Old Banff Coach Road SW, Calgary, AB
Phone: 246-8418
Fax: 246-8361
Accepts: No skunks and no coyotes
Elbow Valley Pet Hospital
4016 - 16th Street SW, Calgary, AB
Phone: 243-8873
Fax: 243-2408
Accepts: No large mammals
Westhills Vet Clinic
276 Stewart Green SW, Calgary, AB
Phone: 242-9612
Fax: 242-9689
Accepts: No large birds
Woodlands Vet Hospital
1, 523 Woodpark Blvd SW, Calgary, AB
Phone: 281-4655
Fax: 251-2563
Accepts: No large mammals
Surrounding Area
Airdrie Animal Clinics Ltd.
704 East Lake Rise, Airdrie, AB
Phone: 948-3619
Fax: 948-6590
Accepts: Accept all kinds of wildlife
Heartland Vet Clinic
Bay 300, 270 Main Street, Airdrie, AB
Phone: 912-8882
Fax: 912-8885
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife
Bragg Creek Animal Hospital
17 Balsam Avenue, Bragg Creek, AB
Phone: 949-2650
Fax: 949-3531
Contact: Dr. Roger
Accepts: No large mammals
Canmore Veterinary Hospital
A division of Rocky Mountain Veterinarians Inc.
502 Bow Valley Trail, Highway 1A, Canmore, AB
Phone: 678-4425
Fax: 678-2347
Accepts: Accepts all kinds of wildlife
Links and Sponsors: Our Sponsors | Related Charities | Wildlife Rehabilitation
Special Thanks to our Sponsors!
CWRS cannot exist without the help of so many caring individuals and corporate sponsors.We would like to thank all of the individuals who support us through their membership, in-kind donations and volunteer help.
CWRS would also like to acknowledge the financial contributions and in-kind donations from numerous businesses and foundations over the past year.We encourage you to explore the environmental efforts of these corporations through their websites, and to keep these caring companies in mind next time you shop.
Platinum Partners ($25, 000+)
Gold Partners ($10,000+)
Ken Hutchinson Architect
Silver Partners ($5,000+)
Platinum Sponsors (Donation in kind value $25,000+)
Friends of the Society (<$5,000)
All Weather Plumbing & Heating
Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation area
Bodhi Tree Yoga
BP Foundation
Brooks Sawmill
Country Hills Veterinary Clinic
The Calgary Foundation/Calgary Kayak Foundation
The Calgary Foundation/The Sherling Foundation
Encana Cares Foundation
Atco Gtas
Atco Power Epic
RBC Charity program
O'Rourke Engineering
The Edgemont Retirement Residence
Team Telus Cares
United Way of Calgary Donor Choice Program
Royal Oak Veterinary Clinic
Dr. Irene Phillips, DVM Avenida All pet clinic
Dr. Martha Toy, DVM
KPMG
Pratt & Whitney Canada
Royal Oak Veterinary Clinic
Sierra Systems
Shaw Communications
The Printing House (TPH)
United Way of Calgary, Donor Choice Program
Inglewood Bird Sanctuary
Nexen
Ken Jackson, Pete the Plantman
Solicitor General & Public Security
- Calgary Remand Centre
- Calgary Correctional Centre
CHRA - Southern Alberta Forensic Psychiatry Centre
Bow Valley College - Sewing and Upholstery
Calgary Correctional Centre
First Energy Capital
Calais Resources Inc.
Crowfoot Bottle Depot
The OWL HOWL at Broken City Social Club
- Erin Ross (erinross.ca)
- James Dangerous and the CIA (jamesdangerous.com)
- The Ogden Owls (myspace.com/theogdenowls)
- The Pickled Hicks (myspace.com/thepickledhicks)
- Nushi (myspace.com/nushiband)
CWRS Held it's 4th Annual Go Wild Silent Auction & Fundraiser on October 18, 2008 at the Schanks Althletic Club NW location, On behalf of the board and staff we would like to extend a huge thank you to all the generous donors who made the night a success for the society!
Allan Forrest Sales Ltd. |
Alpine Helicopters Ltd. |
Alpine Rafting Company www.alpinerafting.com |
Attersall Marketing |
Axford Agencies Alberta Ltd. |
Banco Investment Corp/Waymaker Hospitality |
Banff Park Lodge |
Bartle & Gibson Co. Ltd. |
Bellstar Hotels & Resorts |
Brasso Nissan |
Bubbles Carwash |
Buffalo Café |
Calaway Park |
Calgary Fasteners & Tools Ltd. |
Calgary Jewellery |
Cheryl Snider |
Chianti Café & Restaurant - 17th Avenue |
Chocolaterie Bernard Callebeaut |
City TV Calgary |
Cronkite Supply - Kitchen & Bath Classics |
Crowfoot BMW |
Crowfoot Veterinary Hospital |
CTV |
CWRS Member - Alissa Sills |
CWRS Member - Cindy Whitehead |
CWRS Member - Lauren Rhynes |
CWRS Member - N. Murphy |
CWRS Member - Patrick Rhynes |
CWRS Members - Kelly & Christopher Bitz |
CWRS Members - Les & Deb Frey |
CWRS Members - Michele & Stephen Hardy |
Delta Kananaskis |
Delta Bow Valley |
ECCO Heating Products Ltd. |
Equipco Ltd. |
Foot & Chain Fly Fishing Exchange |
Fort Calgary Historic Site & Restaurant |
Fountain Tire - 64th Avenue NE |
Friends of the society - Curtis & Gina Palmer |
Friends of the society - Eve & Carson Ackyrod |
Friends of the society - Glenda Lenz |
Frontier Plumbing & Heating Supply |
Heritage Park Historical Village |
Hills Pet Nutrition |
Kelly & Christopher Bitz |
Kern Industries Calgary Ltd. |
McCrum's Office Furnishings |
Mike Stringer |
Mountain Equipment Co-op |
Norwesco |
Oliviers Candies |
Friends of the society - Pat Schlichenmayer |
Pet Hills Nutrition |
Ram cleaning services |
Robert Bateman/Nature’s Scene |
Second Cup |
Serena Fashions |
Shawnessy Canadian Tire |
Sheraton Cavalier Calgary Hotel |
Sheraton Eau Claire |
Sinclair Supply Ltd. |
Spruce Meadows |
Stadium Nissan |
Summit Marketing |
Swizzlesticks Spa Kensington |
The Calgary Exhibition & Stampede |
The Calgary Flames |
The Calgary Zoo |
The Keg Steakhouse & Bar |
The Oasis Wellness Centre & Spa |
Urban Vibe pet photography and their people |
Webster Galleries Inc. |
Wild Rose Brewery |
WWG/Totaline |
X92 |
Helping CWRS: Helping | Monetary Donation | Donation in Kind | Volunteer Information | Application Form | Orientation Sessions | CWRS Merchandise
Finding Wildlife: What to do | Species Accepted | Release Sites | Vet Clinics | Frequently asked Questions
On occasion, the Calgary Wildlife Rehabilitation Society (CWRS) has received wildlife that were not actually injured or orphaned but were displaying normal wildlife behaviors. Before picking up a wild animal or calling the CWRS, please do the following:
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Before rescuing any injured or orphaned wild animal it is critical to be sure the animal needs help. Watch the animal. Animals might seem hurt if they are not moving, or abandoned when they are alone. Yet usually they are behaving naturally and their ability to hide or stay still is a survival tactic.
Many infant mammals are left on their own for extended periods of time while their parents are foraging for food. In many bird species the offspring outgrow their nest and their parents continue to raise them on the ground. It is perfectly normal for you to see an infant animal left alone. The best guardian for any young animal is its own parents.
Things to look for when aiding wild animals: Birds & Hatchlings (featherless birds)
(More to come - in the mean time please read our FAQ's for more information.)
If the animal is truly orphaned or if it is injured it will need your help. If the animal's parents are not available then the next best choice is a qualified wildlife technician. You will need to capture the animal to take it in for treatment.
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Protect Yourself!
Injured animals are frightened and may think you are a predator. If you're sure the animal needs help, use protective gear such as eyewear and gloves.
Remember: The wildlife you are trying to help is not aware of your good intentions. The animal will view you as it would any predator and try to get away from you. If it can't get away from you, it will bite or scratch you to defend itself. Use extreme care and caution when approaching any wild animal.
If you are uncomfortable picking up an animal call the CWRS or a vet clinic and we will send a volunteer to help.
Warm!
Gently wrap the animal in a coat, blanket or towel. A cardboard box makes a great holding and carrying case and offers some privacy to the animal.
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Once the wildlife is safely secured, it is important to keep them calm. Speak quietly, avoid loud sounds and sudden movements and keep them out of bright light.
Now get professional help! Click here or call (403) 239-2488 for a list of clinics accepting and treating wildlife on behalf of the CWRS. These clinics ensure initial treatment of wildlife, and provide the public with several drop-off sites around the city on a 24 hour basis.
Finding Wildlife: What to do | Species Accepted | Release Sites | Vet Clinics | Frequently asked Questions
Whenever possible all animals brought into the Calgary Wildlife Rehabilitation Society (CWRS) are released in or as close to the area from which they were originally found. However, this information is not always available. The following list describes where an animal may be released.
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Mammals 
Wynden's Park near Carlsand for raccoons Glenbow Road in Cochrane for foxes Area north of Spyhill for porcupines and badgers Kananaskis and Canmore areas for beavers and coyotes Bowness Park for Black Squirrels Fish Creek area for White-tailed prairie hares Innisfail and Rocky Mountain House area for Ungulates
 | Raptors Springbank area west of airport Spyhill area Cochrane area Song Birds Any area of prairie with mixed shrubs and trees Game Birds Simon's Valley area |
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Waterfowl Bow River south and north of Calgary for ducks, geese, loons and grebes Nose Hill Creek for Blue herons Spy Hill slough for Coots Wynden's Park for Pelicans Eagle Lake by Namaka and Strathmore
NOTE: All birds from the CWRS are banded before release. The raptors are banded by Mr. George Halmazna from the Calgary Zoo.
Finding Wildlife: What to do | Species Accepted | Release Sites | Vet Clinics | Frequently asked Questions
The society accepts songbirds, corvids, birds of prey, waterfowl and mammals such as foxes, coyotes, and young deer. The the Calgary Wildlife Rehabilitation Society (CWRS) strives to release all wildlife back to their natural environment. Please call the society wildlife hotline if you require more information 403-239-2488
Species that are accepted at the CWRS:
All song birds such as American robins, waxwings, finches, etc. We also accept all corvids such as crows, ravens, magpies. All raptors such as hawks, falcons, owls and eagles All waterfowl such as geese, ducks as well as shorebirds Small mammals such as white-tailed prairie hares, porcupines etc. Small carnivores such as foxes & coyotes 
The CWRS does not have the capabilities to take large mammals, such as adult bears or cougars. However, in the past the CWRS has taken in juveniles and performed essential medical treatment before transferring them to a more remote centre. Please feel free to contact the CWRS if you are unsure whether the CWRS will accept a particular animal. If you encounter a very large mammal (e.g. a bear) that is in trouble please contact the Alberta Sustainable Resource and Development Ministry, Alberta Fish and Wildlife branch at (403) 297-6423 and they will tell you what to do.
Helping CWRS: Helping | Monetary Donation | Donation in Kind | Volunteer Information | Application Form | Orientation Sessions | CWRS Merchandise
CHARITABLE REGISTRATION # 891088189RR0001
The Calgary Wildlife Rehabilitation Society (CWRS) is a not-for-profit organization that relies on the financial support of caring individuals and businesses to operate. The CWRS is not a government program and does not receive ongoing government financial support. The cost of providing necessary surgery and rehabilitation for injured wildlife is paid for by your generous tax deductible donations.
Every donation received by the CWRS is put to good use in one of the following areas:
1. Food and Shelter - when an animal is turned into the shelter because it has been injured or orphaned, it requires food and care. CWRS delivers professional, round the clock care for animals in need.
2. Medical Attention - an injured animal may require surgery, medication and dressings for its wounds. Medical supplies are an ongoing need.
3. Community Outreach - each year, calls to our society continue to increase from concerned citizens who saw wildlife in distress, but didn't know what to do to help. Providing ongoing education for the public is a necessary service.
Your support is greatly needed
You will receive an income tax receipt for donations over $10. You will also be given a society membership, receive our informative newsletter and be invited to our events.
There are two ways to donate,
Please visit www.canadahelps.org to donate online by credit card. To donate by mail, please fill out our printable membership form and include it with your check or money order donation, sent to:
Calgary Wildlife Rehabilitation Society
PO Box 152
234 - 5149 Country Hills Blvd. NW
Calgary, AB
Canada T3A 5K8
About CWRS
The Calgary Wildlife Rehabilitation Society (CWRS) is a non-profit charitable organization that rescues and rehabilitates wild animals in the Calgary, Alberta region
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