New things are happening all the time at Wild ARC. We'll post updates on news, events, animal rehabilitation and releases, ways you can help and so much more.
A Red Crossbill rescued near a roadside on Mar. 30 by a dedicated passerby, was released following a month in care. The "crossed" bill did not a result from the trauma of being hit by a car, but it is the signature look of this seed-eating finch.
Mild winter temperatures can send mixed signals to wildlife and the first baby of the year has arrived a month early at Wild ARC, as the facility still prepares for its annual open house April 6 & 7.
Don't miss this amazing annual event held only once a year! The 9th Annual Wild ARC Open House will take place April 6 and April 7 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. There is no cost to participate in the tour but you must RSVP.
A special diving duck - Lesser Scaup - rescued by the BC SPCA Cowichan Branch, receives specialized treatment by Wild ARC's skilled rehabilitation staff and is released back to the area successfully, six weeks later.
Want to know what volunteer opportunities exist at Wild ARC? Here is your chance - volunteer orientations are a great way to see how volunteering could fit your interests and schedule - Feb and March 2013 dates now announced.
Ever wanted to work for the BC SPCA Wild ARC? If you are a student, here is your chance! Postings for both animal care and administrative support positions this summer now open. Applications due Feb 8.
Four baby river otters admitted to Wild ARC in spring and summer 2012 return from rehabilitation on the mainland, to be released and monitored locally for the winter
Wild ARC volunteers donated an incredible 17,803 hours to help care for a record-breaking 2,464 wild animal patients in 2012. Learn about our volunteer opportunities for the new year.
Looking for a gift for that person on your list who loves wildlife and the environment? Honour them this year by sponsoring a special wild animal in need in their name.
Only a few weeks old, a nest of baby Barn Owls were evicted from a commercial warehouse in June. Although an attempt was made to re-nest the young birds, ultimately they found refuge at Wild ARC for the summer before a successful release on October 13.
Online screening begins today for an innovative and thought-provoking film festival showcasing wildlife-inspired short films and documentaries: the second annual Paws and Claws Film Festival.
BC SPCA’s Wild ARC will be vying for votes in the 2012 Jamieson Call for the Wild! competition, a program that divides $100,000 between five Canadian wildlife organizations.
A happy ending finally for two wayward pelicans - a Brown Pelican rescued in March near Prince Rupert and a White Pelican transferred from Manitoba in January, were released separately in June.
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