Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary

Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary Located in Rosseau, Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary offers rescue, rehabilitation and release to Ontario wildlife. FOR EMERGENCIES CALL: 705-644-4122
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A BIG shout-out to Lynne and Randy, who help keep the animals at Aspen Valley so well fed! 🥕🍎Each week, they hit the roa...
09/04/2026

A BIG shout-out to Lynne and Randy, who help keep the animals at Aspen Valley so well fed! 🥕🍎

Each week, they hit the road to pick up fruit, vegetables and meat, then bring it all back to the Sanctuary for the animals in our care.

It’s a tremendous help and a commitment we are incredibly grateful for, week after week.

Here they are with some of our staff and volunteers, and just a glimpse of this week’s haul!

Thank you, Lynne and Randy, for going the extra mile for Aspen Valley and our animals. 💚

Today is National Wildlife Day (Sept 4th) — a day to celebrate wildlife, raise awareness of the challenges wild animals ...
09/04/2026

Today is National Wildlife Day (Sept 4th) — a day to celebrate wildlife, raise awareness of the challenges wild animals face, and recognize the importance of protecting them and the habitats they depend on.

Here at home in Ontario, wildlife is all around us. And the choices we make every day can help keep our wild neighbours safe.

In honour of National Wildlife Day, here are 10 ways we can all live more safely and respectfully alongside wildlife: 🦊

1. Don’t Be an Accidental Kidnapper – Before assuming a baby animal is orphaned, watch from a distance and call a wildlife rehabilitator if you’re unsure.
2. Make Trapping a Last Resort – Whenever possible, give wildlife the opportunity to leave on their own and prevent them from getting back in.
3. Wildlife-Proof Your Property – Secure garbage and other attractants and close off potential entry points.
4. Put Wildlife First When Travelling – Choose true sanctuaries and ethical wildlife experiences that put animal welfare ahead of entertainment.
5. Never Feed Wildlife – Admire wild animals from a distance and let them find food naturally.
6. Slow Down and Scan Ahead – Especially at dawn and dusk, when wildlife is more likely to be on the move.
7. Keep Pets and Wildlife Safe – Keep dogs leashed and cats indoors.
8. Skip the Fireworks – Loud explosions can frighten and disorient wildlife.
9. Beware of Rodenticides – Poisoned rodents can in turn poison the wildlife that prey on them.
10. Never Keep Wild Animals as Pets – If you find an animal that appears injured or orphaned, contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator.

This National Wildlife Day, a little awareness can go a long way toward helping wildlife thrive alongside us.

Keep Wildlife Wild.

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Wildlife faces different challenges with every season.Spring can leave babies orphaned. Through the warmer months, injur...
09/03/2026

Wildlife faces different challenges with every season.

Spring can leave babies orphaned. Through the warmer months, injuries and illnesses take their toll. And as winter approaches, cold and scarcity can make survival even harder.

At Aspen Valley, the seasons change. The need doesn’t.

Some animals need weeks of care. Others need months or even years. And while we care for the animals already here, we must remain ready for the next animal that needs us.

That’s what Beyond a Season is about.

Through this campaign, we hope to raise $50,000 to help provide the food, veterinary care, specialized housing and daily care wildlife will depend on in the months ahead.

Because wildlife needs us all year long.

If you’re able to help, we would be so grateful for your support.

DONATE here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/149032

Thank you for caring about Ontario’s wildlife and for helping Aspen Valley be there when they need us.

This young fawn recently arrived at Aspen Valley after being hit by a car and suffering severe head trauma.Since then, o...
09/01/2026

This young fawn recently arrived at Aspen Valley after being hit by a car and suffering severe head trauma.

Since then, our medical team has been monitoring him closely and providing the supportive care he needs.

Yesterday brought a small but encouraging step forward: he was feeling well enough to drink some formula. 🦌

We’re very happy to see these small steps in the right direction.

Make it a day your family will remember. Join us Monday, September 7 for Labour Day at Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary,...
08/31/2026

Make it a day your family will remember. Join us Monday, September 7 for Labour Day at Aspen Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, where children 10 and under are admitted free on this day only.

Meet the wildlife residents who call Aspen Valley home, including moose, black bears, wolves, coyotes, lynx, and more. Learn their stories, discover why they cannot be released into the wild, and see first-hand the compassionate care they receive every day.

Tour Details:
Guided Group Tours: 9:00, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00 & 11:30 AM
Tour Length: 90 minutes
Distance: 2 km outdoor walk
Cost: $25 per visitor (tax included)
Kids 10 & under: FREE (Sept 7 only!)

Spots are limited – only 15 people per tour

Pre-booking required
To reserve your spot visit the link below:
https://www.aspenvalley.ca/book-a-tour

Questions? Reach out at [email protected]

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08/28/2026

Rainy-day plans for Sasha? The bear minimum. 🐻🌧️



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Nap time is the best time!
08/25/2026

Nap time is the best time!

Interested in volunteering at Aspen Valley? We're now accepting applications for our 2027 full-time, live-in Wildlife A...
08/20/2026

Interested in volunteering at Aspen Valley?

We're now accepting applications for our 2027 full-time, live-in Wildlife Animal Caregiver Volunteers.

Each spring and summer — our busiest season — up to 16 volunteers move on-site for a minimum of 4 weeks to help orphaned and injured animals through every stage of rehab: incubator → indoor enclosure → outdoor pre-release → freedom.

It's long days and hard goodbyes, but also lifelong friendships and the kind of joy that comes from watching a wild animal get its second chance. Volunteers come from all over the world to do this work (note: travel costs are self-funded).

📅 Positions start April 1, 2027+. Want a Jan–March start instead? Join the waitlist and we'll reach out if something opens up.

👉 Visit the link below to learn more and apply:
https://www.aspenvalley.ca/s/stories/full-time-opportunities-2

08/20/2026

First raccoon release of the season! 🦝

Back where they belong — wild, free, and ready for their next adventure. Nothing beats this feeling.

This little cub was recently brought into our care after his mom was tragically struck and killed by a car in the McKell...
08/19/2026

This little cub was recently brought into our care after his mom was tragically struck and killed by a car in the McKellar area. The OPP moved her off the road and into the bush, where we later placed a trap beside her in hopes of capturing her cub.

Thankfully, he was safely trapped and is now in our care. 🐻💔

Sadly, his entire life was upended in an instant — and many of these moments are preventable. Please slow down, especially at dawn and dusk when wildlife is most active. 🌲

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1116 Crawford Street
Muskoka, ON
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