The Sanctuary has rescued, rehabilitated and released hundreds of animals over the years and has become an important part of the wildlife rehabilitation landscape in Ontario.
Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary was started in the early 1970s by a caring individual who wanted to help rehabilitate orphaned wildlife. A pioneer in wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, her dedication and passion for rescuing animals was an inspiration to many and the driving force over more than thirty years at the sanctuary.
We are proud to continue the work she started but respecting her own wishes, we also protect her privacy.Over 40 years later, Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary has grown in to a leader in wildlife rehabilitation.
Mandate
- To rescue and rehabilitate injured and orphaned native wildlife
- To provide quality care that avoids habituation to humans and respects each animal’s need for a safe, healthy, species-appropriate environment while in captivity
- To release animals into the wild in a condition that gives them the best possible chance for survival
- To provide a permanent home for native species unable to survive in the wild due to human interference
- To educate the public about issues surrounding wildlife and wildlife interactions with humans
- To work within the established rules and regulations set out by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources
Mission
- To care for injured and orphaned wildlife and, once rehabilitated, return them to their natural environment. For animals requiring permanent care, provide an environment that satisfies their biological and behavioural needs.
Values
- Our sanctuary’s values are based on the animals’ best interests, and through our commitment to providing aid with integrity, excellence, dedication, commitment, individualized care, respect, education.