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Monday 9am - 4:30pm Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm Thursday 9am - 4:30pm Friday 9am - 4:30pm Saturday 9am - 4:30pm Sunday 9am - 4:30pm

North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre

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We are a non-profit organization that cares for the well-being of Vancouver Island wildlife.
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10/30/2026

🌧️ Rainy day? Make it a family game day! 🎲
We have a variety of games in the NIWRA gift shop—perfect for gathering around the table, sharing a few laughs, and enjoying time together.
Stop by and pick out something fun for your next rainy afternoon! 💚

10/29/2026

This fall, we’ve welcomed several Varied Thrushes into care! Many have been recovering from broken collarbones, requiring several weeks of cage rest to allow their injuries to heal. Once they’re ready, they’ll move into a larger outdoor enclosure to regain their strength and prepare for release back into the wild.

10/28/2026

🦉 Give a hoot for Spook!

Our resident Great Horned Owl, Spook, suffered a wing injury that didn’t heal well enough for a safe return to the wild. Spook now has a permanent home here at NIWRA.

By symbolically adopting Spook, you help support the food, shelter, and ongoing care this special owl needs. 💚
Adopt Spook here: https://www.niwra.org/product-page/spook-great-horned-owl

10/26/2026

🌍🐾 A bracelet with a wild connection!

Our Fahlo Track an Animal bracelets let you follow a real animal’s journey while adding a little wildlife inspiration to your day. They make a thoughtful gift for the animal lover in your life—or a special treat for yourself! 💚

Stop by the NIWRA gift shop and choose your favourite.

10/24/2026

So far this year, we’ve had 20 Barred Owls come through our doors with a variety of injuries. Many have since recovered and been released, while these four are in the final stage of rehabilitation.

At this stage, they have plenty of space to fly, build their strength, and rebuild their flight muscles before they’re ready to return to the wild.

Barred Owls are generally one of the more laid-back owl species, which allows us to house multiple individuals together when appropriate. This gives them the opportunity for social interaction while they recover!

When patients of the same species are housed together, each one receives a temporary identification band so we can keep track of who’s who (no pun intended!). This is especially important when it comes time for release, as we want to make sure each patient returns to the area where they were originally found.

We can’t wait to see these four take flight again soon!

10/23/2026

Explore Four Seasons by the Salish Sea, available in the NIWRA gift shop!

This personal and informative book celebrates the region’s wildlife, plants, history, and coastal communities—from spring blooms and salmon spawns to orcas and intertidal discoveries. It also explores challenges such as earthquakes and water shortages.

A thoughtful gift for anyone who loves our coast. Stop by and take a look! 💙

$This female Red Crossbill arrived in our care after colliding with a window, sustaining a fractured wing that required s...$

10/22/2026

This female Red Crossbill arrived in our care after colliding with a window, sustaining a fractured wing that required some extra TLC during her recovery. Her wing was carefully wrapped, and regular physiotherapy was performed every couple of days to help maintain her range of motion and support proper healing.

Now, she’s finally reached the last stage of her rehabilitation in a large outdoor enclosure, where she can stretch her wings and build up her strength. We’re keeping our fingers crossed that she’ll be ready to take to the skies again soon!

10/21/2026

✨ Find a little treasure in the NIWRA gift shop!

We have a wide variety of ornaments to choose from—perfect for adding a special touch to your home or giving as a thoughtful gift. Pick one that catches your eye, or start a collection! 💚

Stop by and browse—you might just find your new favourite.

10/20/2026

10/19/2026

A little woodland charm for your backyard!

This acorn-shaped bird feeder makes a lovely addition to your outdoor space—and a thoughtful gift for the bird lover in your life. Enjoy watching feathered visitors stop by for a snack! 🌿

Available in the NIWRA gift shop. Come take a look!

Address

1240 Leffler Road
Parksville, BC
V0R1V0

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm
Saturday	9am - 4:30pm
Sunday	9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12502488534

Website

https://www.niwra.org/give-volunteer

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