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  • Life On Land

Wild Mammals Care Taker & Rehabilitation

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4 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Help raise, rescue, rehabilitate and release wildlife in beautiful Ontario!
  • Live at the project, expand your English skills and be part of a team dedicated to the welfare of animals!
  • Great opportunity to have close encounters with wildlife!

Highlights

  • Help raise, rescue, rehabilitate and release wildlife in beautiful Ontario!
  • Live at the project, expand your English skills and be part of a team dedicated to the welfare of animals!
  • Great opportunity to have close encounters with wildlife!
  • Explore Ontario during your days off or after you completed your volunteer work.
  • Make unforgettable memories!
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    This project rescues, rehabilitates and release many species of animals including large mammals like deer and bears With over 460 acres of natural habitat.

    Be part of a team who enjoys the unique privilege of caring for some of Ontario’s diverse animal species including large animals! With over 460 acres of natural habitat, the sanctuary is home to an abundance of wildlife including racoons, bear, deer, wolves, moose, coyote, chipmunks and many ...

    About the program

    Be part of a team who enjoys the unique privilege of caring for some of Ontario’s diverse animal species including large animals! With over 460 acres of natural habitat, the sanctuary is home to an abundance of wildlife including racoons, bear, deer, wolves, moose, coyote, chipmunks and many more.

    For over four decades, the project has dedicated its energies to the rescue and the rehabilitation of sick, orphaned and injured wildlife. There are even facilities equipped to accommodate semi-aquatic species such as beavers and otters and other enclosures act as a permanent home for those species unable to survive in the wild due to human interference. As a volunteer, you will help with the daily activities and cater for the behavioral and biological needs of the wildlife at the sanctuary. The ultimate reward would be to release treated and rehabilitated animals back into the wild where they can continue life in their natural habitat.  

    For a minimum of four weeks, your responsibilities will include feeding the animals to assisting with guiding and educating tourists. May and June are the busiest months with intake of orphaned animals, therefore, the project ask for 8 weeks of consecutive service during this time.

    Typical day

    Volunteers play a vital role in achieving the project’s goal of rescuing and rehabilitating sick, orphaned and injured wildlife. As a volunteer you will be required to work an 8-hour shift with the possibility of your hours being extended depending on the number of animals that need care. Please ...

    Typical day

    Volunteers play a vital role in achieving the project’s goal of rescuing and rehabilitating sick, orphaned and injured wildlife. As a volunteer you will be required to work an 8-hour shift with the possibility of your hours being extended depending on the number of animals that need care. Please remember that the animals are your number one priority while you are at the project. The role of the Wildlife Animal Care volunteer is:

    • To care for orphaned and injured native Ontario wildlife including hand and tube feeding
    • To assist with capture, rehabilitation and release of Ontario wildlife
    • Maintain records for rehabilitation animals regarding health and feeding schedules
    • Food preparation and feeding of rehabilitation animals and permanent residents of the sanctuary. Note: this may require handling of animal carcass and meat
    • Clean and maintain animal enclosures.
    For more information regarding your typical day please contact us!

    Free-time activities

    The volunteers can enjoy various leisure activities on their days off. These activities include: hiking, skiing during winter, and sightseeing.

    There are great opportunities to view wildlife which includes Black bears, coyotes, deer and many more. However,  these leisure activities are covered by ...

    Free-time activities

    The volunteers can enjoy various leisure activities on their days off. These activities include: hiking, skiing during winter, and sightseeing.

    There are great opportunities to view wildlife which includes Black bears, coyotes, deer and many more. However,  these leisure activities are covered by the volunteers expense.

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (intermediate level)

    Required Documents

    CV, Resume, Letter of Motivation, Two pics and Signed Policies and Liability form (provided during application process)

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 07:00 - 15:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    The fees includes:
    • Accommodation: Shared rustic accommodation.
    • Pick up & drop off :You will need to fly to Toronto Airport where you will be transferred by bus to the town close to the project. A member of the project will be waiting for you at the bus stop. Buses leaves at 2pm and 6:30pm daily. Please take this into consideration when booking your flights.  A member of the project will be waiting to meet you to take you to the project.
    • Mail-holding service :You can use FRONTEERINGS office as a reliable address to have your mail delivered
    • Ongoing service and 24/7 Emergency Contact

    Airport Pickup at Pearson International Airport

    You will arrive in beautiful Toronto Airport where you will catch a bus to get to Huntsville. Buses leave at 2 pm and 6:30pm daily. Please consider the time when booking your flight. A member of the project will meet you at the bus stop in Huntsville. For your first day at the project, there is no specific start time as you are given a chance to get to know the sanctuary, the other volunteers and to settle in.

    Accommodation

    Shared rustic accommodation with one or two bunk beds per room and shared washroom facilities. You will have access to Wi-Fi where you can use your own device. There is a common room where meals can be prepared or visit with other volunteers. Laundry can be done on site with laundry detergent being provided. There is also potable well water.
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Food & Beverages

    Food, snacks or beverages are at extra costs.

    Internet Access

    Sorry, no access at the project site

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Pearson International Airport (YYZ) in Toronto. We assist you to find cheap flights to Canada. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

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    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Canada you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Canada. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    There are no specific start/arrival dates for this project. However, we recommend that you arrive on a Monday.

    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program Fees

    $290 per week 4 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    4 - 12 weeks

    Deposit

    Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.

    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

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    Location

    Americas > North America > Canada > Rosseau

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    1. - 1. Jan 1

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