Parrot Partners Canada

10/15/2026

** CANADIAN PARROT RESCUES: COULD THE RECORDS WE ALREADY HAVE HELP BUILD A STRONG CASE FOR LONG-TERM SUPPORT & FUNDING? **

TL:DR - see attached 7 minute video and infographic

We are all in the same busy boat—caring for birds, supporting families, finding funds and trying to keep up with all the paperwork.

PPC is bringing rescues together to explore what our collective records can tell us about the long-term responsibilities of parrot rescue—and how that evidence could strengthen planning and future funding requests.

**This first round is open to Canadian parrot rescues and sanctuaries registered as charities with the Canada Revenue Agency.** Starting with organizations that share a common charitable reporting framework gives this initial phase a defined scope. We recognize the valuable work of rescues operating under other structures. This is just for the first round.

Our starting point is historical records: the good, the bad and the scattered. You do not need a perfect database to begin a conversation!

With our project's actuary, we will explore what the available data can credibly tell us about:

• How long birds live and what that means for long-term rescue commitments.
• Illness and ongoing care needs, where the records support that analysis.
• Information that could help rescues plan capacity, veterinary budgets and future funding requests.

The project actuary will determine what conclusions the data can support and where more information is needed.

**This is about understanding our collective needs, not judging anyone’s record keeping or ranking rescues.**

Identifying personal information will be removed before records reach the actuary. Rescues can prepare their own records, ask PPC for help, or discuss a neutral third-party option. How records will be handled, used and returned or deleted will be agreed before anything is shared.

The video and infographic explain the proposed approach. Participation does not promise funding; the goal is to build evidence that can strengthen the case for it.

**Interested—or simply curious?** Email **[email protected]** with the subject **“Rescue Data Project.”**

Tell us whether you are ready to discuss your records, need help preparing them, or would like more information. Please do not send records yet.

Let’s start with what we have and find out what we can learn together.

10/11/2026

The same principles apply for parrots in Canada. Operating without biosecurity is agreeing to be a willing contributor to a future disease outbreak. It's just a matter of time.

10/10/2026

Another bout of drama happening in the collective. This time in the States. Just going to leave this here as a loving reminder for all animal rescues, ourselves included. Professionalism doesn't come from a governing body, it comes from internal standards of conduct and as close to best operating practice as you can possibly achieve.

A governing body is not what creates professionalism. Rather, it is...

10/05/2026

🎅 🎄 ❄️ 🎁 🛍 COMING SOON: Christmas Cheep 2026 Auction with Parrot Partners Canada! 🛍 🎁 ❄️ 🎄 🎅

🦜 💙 It’s time to spread your wings for a cause! 🦜 💙 🦜 Our Christmas Cheep 2026 Auction is just around the corner, and we need YOUR help to make it soar! 💙 🦜

We’re looking for donated items to feature in our online auction— household items, art, experiences, gift baskets, gift cards, unopened alcohol, jewelry, pet supplies, and more. Every donation helps us provide exceptional care, training, rehabilitation, and rehoming for parrots in need.

🦜 How you can help: 🫵 👇
✅ Donate an item to our auction 👉 (please send us a photo to approve your donation first: [email protected] or 613-250-8593)
✅ Drop off physical donations at these locations:
📍 Parrot Partners Canada – 25 Industrial Avenue, Carleton Place, ON, K7C 3V7
📍 Critter Jungle (West End) – 1405 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON
📍 Critter Jungle (East End) – 4-1605 Orleans Blvd, Orleans, ON
📍 Barrhaven, ON – Contact [email protected] for drop-off details
📩 Email Digital Gift Cards – Simply send the code and receipt to [email protected]

🗓 Deadline for item donations: October 31, 2026 👻 🎃 🍬

🗓 Auction Runs: Saturday, Nov 28 – Sunday, Dec 6th, 2026. Stay tuned to bid, and let’s make this our most successful auction yet!

📩 To learn more, contact us at [email protected]

09/30/2026

This rescue comes from The Birdy Bunch Parrot Rescue in Pennsylvania.

Here's what I want to say: every one of these birds was a brand new baby once and most likely loved by someone who had to rehome them. Those people felt they did their best by their bird and trusted they would be OK. However, serial rehoming often equates to diminishing standards, and diminishing standards almost always lead to welfare issues and cruel deaths.

Parrot Partners is exploring the feasibility of a lifelong safety net - just for this reason. Don't gamble with your parrot's welfare. Ensure they have knowledgeable eyes on them so this never happens.

09/17/2026

When it comes to parrots, National Pet Bird Day is a good time to question the word "pet."

Parrots can be fascinating companions, but they are not domesticated animals. Selling them as easy, predictable pets does them a serious disservice—and can put them in harm’s way.

When biting, screaming, feather plucking or aggression appears, an unprepared person may give up. The bird may then be passed from home to home.

Know who you’re bringing home: a funny, complex, intelligent bird who is still wild and needs informed care for life.

09/16/2026

https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20260915-to-save-scarlet-macaws-scientists-are-rescuing-chicks-from-their-lethal-parents

09/16/2026

Tracy Hunt thank you so much for your donation of toys and toy parts for the parrots! They love them and they certainly brighten their day!

09/04/2026

Lost Indian Ringneck in Barrhaven! Please care and share ❤️🦜

09/03/2026

Parrots are not defective pets. They are exceptionally successful wild animals trying to interpret a human environment.