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Perfect 4.6rating (57)

Rural Wildlife Rehab Assistant

location
4 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+

rating  Perfect 4.6  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Excellent response rate

Highlights

  • Help, rescue and rehabilitate Native North American wildlife at a wildlife rescue that serves over 500 patients each year.
  • Do something meaningful while immersed in Canadian Culture.
  • Work alongside an amazing team of staff and form unbreakable bonds!
  • Many ski/snowboard, hike, bike and wildlife viewing opportunities to take part in on leisure time or days off!
  • Make unforgettable memories!

Especially suitable

Age 18+
Singles
Couples

About the program

Rescue and rehabilitate wildlife at our center in Ontario that takes in injured, orphaned and abandoned wildlife so that they may one day be released back into the Wild!

Are you looking for trip that would worth your while? Then the search is over for we have her our Ontario Wildlife Care project done in Canada! Rescue and rehabilitate wildlife at the center that takes in injured, orphaned and abandoned wildlife so that they may one day be released back into the ...

About the program

Are you looking for trip that would worth your while? Then the search is over for we have her our Ontario Wildlife Care project done in Canada! Rescue and rehabilitate wildlife at the center that takes in injured, orphaned and abandoned wildlife so that they may one day be released back into the Wild!

This project is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing native wildlife. approximately five hundred animals are cared for annually by a team of professionally trained volunteers under the strict directions and rules of the Authorized Wildlife Custodian. The project plays an integral role in community education and works in cooperation with Hamilton Animal Control, Lincoln County Humane Society, Ministry of Natural Resources.

With a minimum duration of 4 weeks, come now and be part of this unique volunteer adventure!



Typical day

RESPONSIBILITIES


Volunteers at the project are the main force that pushes the organization forward with its goal and objectives of rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing Native Canadian Wildlife. It is also important to keep in mind that this is a fast paced, intense, and physically demanding ...

Typical day

RESPONSIBILITIES


Volunteers at the project are the main force that pushes the organization forward with its goal and objectives of rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing Native Canadian Wildlife. It is also important to keep in mind that this is a fast paced, intense, and physically demanding environment and some of the tasks that volunteers will be involved in are as follows (Training will be provided). A typical day consists of starting around 8AM then concludes around 4PM (8 hours per day, 5 days per week). Some of the works tasks are as follows:


  • Feeding the animals.
  • Learning to tube the animals when they are too small to be able to feed by hand. 
  • Cleaning and sterilizing their cages, preparing the food and formula for them. 
  • Doing the laundry.
  • Ceaning the feeding bowls and bottles etc.
  • Putting out the garbage and blue bins once a week. 
  • Sweeping the floors when necessary.
  • Tidying up the back enclosure where we keep the outside animals.
  • Cleaning and sweeping out the large outdoor enclosures.


Free-time activities

Good opportunities to visit the nearby provincial parks and in the forests away from the city. Many opportunities to see wildlife like deer, moose, Lynx, squirrels, Raccoons, skunks, variety of birds, coyotes, wolves and even Black Bears.

Free-time activities

Good opportunities to visit the nearby provincial parks and in the forests away from the city. Many opportunities to see wildlife like deer, moose, Lynx, squirrels, Raccoons, skunks, variety of birds, coyotes, wolves and even Black Bears.


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)

Criminal Background Check

required

Required Documents

CV, Letter of motivation, Application Form, 2 pictures and Liability Waiver and Volunteer Policy forms (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 08:00 - 16:00

What's Included

What's Included

Services by Fronteering Travel

Fees include:

  • Placement
  • Airport Pickup
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Mail-holding service
  • Ongoing service
  • Tours
  • 24/7 Emergency contact

Airport Pickup at Pearson International Airport

We will be waiting for you at the airport and transfer you to your Homestay accommodation nearby the project.

Accommodation

A Private room in a Canadian homestay nearby the volunteer project

Food & Beverages

Two meals on weekdays and three on weekends included (possible catering available for vegetarians)

Internet Access

Good access at the project site

What's NOT included?

What's NOT included?

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

Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Canada provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

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

Year Round (however try to book early in advance to be assured of a volunteer placement)

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

Program fees

4 weeks (min. stay) 2,226€
6 weeks 2,905€
8 weeks 3,487€
10 weeks 3,875€
12 weeks (max. stay) 4,845€
Average fees 480€/week

Program fees

480€ 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

The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.


Final Payment

Your final payment will be agreed with Fronteering Travel during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.


Meet your organization

Fronteering Travel

Perfect 4.6 rating (57 reviews)

Non-profit - founded in 2010

Verified by Volunteer World

  Excellent response rate

Coordinated by

Patrick

Spoken languages: English, German, Dutch

About the project

Fronteering arranges volunteering programs related to wildlife and indigenous people in less visited places of this world as well as more unique destinations.

Meet your organization

Fronteering arranges volunteering programs in some of the last frontiers of this world as well as more unique locations that other organizations ignore. From Field research programs in the Far north of Canada and Husky ranches in the Canadian Arctic to Amerindian community programs and wildlife conservation in the Amazon Rainforest and everything in between.

Most of our programs Focus on either wildlife rehabilitation and release, wildlife conservation & research or involve local indigenous communities.

Fronteering currently offers programs in Canada, Guyana, USA, Australia, Brazil, Borneo, South Africa, Madagascar and Panama.

True good causes: FRONTEERINGS volunteer abroad projects are either existing local projects or projects that are build from the group up by FRONTEERING. What these projects have in common is that you will be supporting a true good cause! You will have the opportunity to help where the need is the greatest. Our projects focus on helping the local communities, wildlife, indigenous people and the environment in cooperation with the local/indigenous communities. We focus on true volunteer projects where your effort really makes a difference. That’s why through Fronteering you will rehabilitate injured & orphaned wildlife with the goal to release the animal. That is the reason why will not send you to some far southern country to cuddle with tame lions & tigers with any real purpose. If you want to volunteer abroad with a real purpose, contact us!

Safety: At FRONTEERING we do our outmost best to provide the safety measures needed for our Volunteer Abroad projects and Adventure Travel Trips. However due to the fact that many of our projects and trips involve wild animals and/or are in remote locations there is a small element of risk involved. Not all of our projects and trips are for the faint at heart however we do cater to those of all walks of life. If you are not too sure about the suitability of a Volunteer Abroad project or an Adventure Travel trip then feel free to ask as we are always ready to answer any questions or discuss any doubts that come to mind. For more information please check our Safety & In-country Support section before you volunteer abroad.

A real adventure: We do not want our volunteers to end up trying to safe or clean up some small patch of rainforest which in some places they might call a wilderness. Instead you will volunteer in the immense jungle of the Amazon rainforest or venture in to the vast Canadian wilderness! Our volunteer abroad projects are situated in the remote areas of the world and we focus on countries and regions with the lowest population densities. We at FRONTEERING focus on what works; from sleeping in the jungle underneath the stars with nothing more than your own private hammock to back-to-basic cabins in the northern tundra with a cozy smothering fireplace and no electricity! When you volunteer abroad with FRONTEERING you can be sure it will be adventure.

Off the beaten path: With FRONTEERING volunteer abroad projects you will venture to places less visited. We focus on places that are fairly undiscovered where the nature, wildlife and indigenous cultures are still common. You will have the great opportunity to see these amazing places while they are still unspoiled and pure. It is these places where there is the most to lose but even more to gain through successful conservation work and sustainable tourism. 

Community involvement: Foremost when volunteering abroad the well being of the community should come first. For all of our trips we use local guides, local transportation and local communities so that through sustainable tourism we can help to protect the environment, wildlife and sustain the way of life of indigenous cultures & communities. More and more and governments choose the long term benefit of sustainable tourism over the short term gain of mining and logging. A good example is Gabon which in 2002 after recommendations from environmental researchers set up 13 new national parks. The government of Guyana is currently considering protecting its entire rainforest region which still covers 80% of the country. Hopefully through our combined effort this dream will one day become true.

Mission
FRONTEERING specializes in organizing volunteer abroad projects to preserve the environment, wildlife and indigenous people throughout the world while giving the volunteers a real and raw experience in some of the most beautiful and often remote places in the world to make a true difference.

Vision
FRONTEERING strives to provide real off the beaten path volunteer abroad experiences worldwide that satisfy the need for volunteer projects that truly makes a difference for the environment, wildlife and indigenous people.


57 reviews · rating4.6

Deirdre Conroy rating4.2

2024 at Pantanal Wildlife Research

My experience on this volunteer program was excellent due to the hard work and planning by my host Alexine. She is a fund of knowledge and is dedicated to her project (Peccary Project, see also on Instagram, peccary_queixada_project). I also worked with an amazing team working with the giant ant ...
Liliane Zistl rating5

2023 at Exotic & Domestic Animal Caretaker

I really enjoyed my stay at this program. I had the chance to work with different animals that I woudn't have gotten otherwise. The people there are very kinde and courteouse. Because the work is not always the simplest, they give you the weekend of with the possability to go to Saint Pete or Tampa. ..
Hanna Somsky rating5

2023 at Exotic Wildlife Caretaker Assistant

Can get really good hands on experience with a very diverse group of animals. Ranch care takers are very knowledgeable about the animals and will gladly spend time sharing their stories and experiences with you. If you are looking for somewhere that can you know the place and people you're ...
Théo SMITH rating4.8

2023 at Scottish Husky Ranch Caretaker

I spent 6 weeks there, it was a great experience. The hosts are super friendly and very welcoming. The dogs are adorable and kind. The landscapes are magnificent and unique If you are looking for a new experience, go ...
Cindy Lamaha rating5

2023 at Exotic Wildlife Caretaker Assistant

Dear future volunteer, The Hawaii sanctuary is not just a project where you will be taught about all the different kinds of animals and their behaviors, you will also learn a lot about humans, about yourself and you will learn how to feel home at a place that is not your own. If you thinking about ...
Jasmine McPherson rating5

2023 at Exotic & Domestic Animal Caretaker

This sanctuary is an absolute amazing place, I'm glad I stayed. They provided a good place to stay and I learnt a lot while with them. They let me experience different situations while with them. Definitely recommend for any volunteer. ..

Location

Americas > North America > Canada > Grimsby

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