Resources

To Feed or Not To Feed?

Posted November 30, 2023 by Elin Molenaar, Communications Assistant

Fall and Winter Bird Feeder Guidance Many of us like to give wildlife a helping hand by providing bird feeders over the cold fall and winter months. With various avian diseases spreading during these months, it is important to be...

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How to Safely Drop Off Wildlife

Posted May 11, 2023 by Tayelor, Communications Coordinator

Hundreds of injured and orphaned wildlife patients arrive at Wildlife Rescue due to window and car strikes, nest disturbances, and natural and human disturbances. Below is your step-by-step guide that takes you through the process of dropping off rescued animals....

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Duckling FAQ

Posted April 12, 2023 by Tayelor, Communications Coordinator

Spring is duckling season, and with that comes a lot of questions about what to do when little baby ducks show up in unexpected places. Get your questions answered with our quick and handy Duckling FAQ! If you've still got...

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How You Can Help Nesting Herons

Posted April 6, 2023 by Tayelor, Communications Coordinator

Like many bird species, the large and majestic Great Blue Herons are working away at nesting and laying eggs. While they're not an uncommon sight around Vancouver, they are a species at risk in BC. Despite their relatively large size,...

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Co-existing with Coyotes

Posted March 24, 2023 by Tayelor, Communications Coordinator

There are more babies on the way in spring than just birds! Coyotes are great at pest control, eating rats and mice, so it's important to know how we can best share our environment with these tenacious wild animals. Coyotes...

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Your Garden Can Help Wildlife!

Posted March 20, 2023 by Tayelor, Communications Coordinator

Now that spring is well on its way, many of us are looking to get started on the season's gardening so that we can enjoy a beautiful outdoor space all summer. You can get your backyard ready for yourself and...

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Valentine’s Day Cards

Posted February 9, 2023 by Tayelor, Communications Coordinator

Robins are red, Herons are blue. Wildlife Rescue, Made Valentines for you! Download the collection here This collection of eight Valentine's is free for you to download and print! Donations to Wildlife Rescue Association go directly supporting vulnerable wildlife in...

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Kids Colouring Pages

Posted October 25, 2022 by Tayelor, Communications Coordinator

Help your kids engage with wildlife with our Wildlife Rescue themed colouring pages. You can download and print from selected seasonal themes at the list below. More will be added regularly throughout the year! Featuring Artwork by Maria Horan Bird...

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Mallard Duckling Season FAQ

Posted March 23, 2022 by Sasha, Wildlife Technician

Unlike songbirds, baby ducks and geese leave the nest almost immediately after birth, and will follow their mom closely. They already know how to find their own food, but still need their families for warmth and protection. Baby ducks and...

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Arctic Outflow Impacts Hummingbirds

Posted December 29, 2021 by Sasha, Wildlife Technician

The Arctic outflow has impacted wildlife dramatically this season! With a record-breaking drop in temperature across the Lower Mainland, hummingbirds are coming into Wildlife Rescue Association (WRA) in record numbers with cold-induced injuries. Common winter injuries include frostbitten and damaged...

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