Toronto Wildlife Centre

Toronto Wildlife Centre Since opening in 1993, over 120,000 wild animals (300 species) have been admitted.
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TWC is a registered charity dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of sick, injured and orphaned wild animals, and to educating the public on wildlife-related issues. Toronto Wildlife Centre is the only veterinary hospital and rehabilitation facility for sick, injured and orphaned wild animals in the GTA. Admitting approximately 5,000 patients each year representing over 270 unique species, an

d helping tens of thousands more via an internationally admired wildlife emergency hotline and a myriad of public education initiatives, Toronto Wildlife Centre is the busiest wildlife centre in Canada and a leader in the field of wildlife rehabilitation.

09/07/2026

In the midst of cleanup efforts and repairs, wild patients are still being admitted. Our team’s commitment to their care hasn’t wavered for a single second.

Over 150 migratory birds (among other wild patients) have already arrived at Toronto Wildlife Centre in the last few days needing help. Even while managing storm recovery, each patient continues to receive the high level of dedicated, specialized care they need to continue on their migratory journey.

One fragile species making their flight south are hummingbirds. These tiny patients require specific care to nourish them.

Hummingbirds prefer to feed from red and orange tubular flowers. They’re attracted to native plants like jewelweed, scarlet bee balm, and cardinal flower. These plants aren't always available, so the Rehabilitation Team gets creative. They use a special syringe with a red 3D-printed flower to mimic a hummingbird’s natural food source. This entices them to drink the nutritious nectar mixture with their teeny tiny tongues!

This tailored care ensures each migratory bird species has the best possible chance to return to the wild. With your continued support, especially during this difficult time, we can continue to be there for the wild animals who need help this season.

Recovery from the storm will take time, but the injured animals arriving at our doors can’t wait.⁠⁠Over the past 2 days ...
09/06/2026

Recovery from the storm will take time, but the injured animals arriving at our doors can’t wait.⁠
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Over the past 2 days alone, over 150 migratory birds (in addition to other wild patients) have been brought to Toronto Wildlife Centre for critical care. Many of these tiny travelers, from warblers to thrushes, arrive suffering from severe head trauma, fractures, or shock caused by window collisions along their journey south. ⁠
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Balancing ongoing cleanup and repairs alongside an intensive, fast-moving caseload is no small feat. Inside the Wildlife Hospital, our medical teams are carrying out ongoing diagnostic work like x-rays and bloodwork, treating injuries, and providing supportive care to give every single bird a fighting chance to return to the wild.⁠
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We couldn't do this important work without the community behind us. As we navigate both storm recovery and peak fall migration, we thank you for keeping the wildlife in your thoughts.⁠
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If you find an injured bird or any wild animal in distress, please contact our Wildlife Hotline at 416-631-0662 or submit a Request for Assistance online: https://www.torontowildlifecentre.com/request-assist-form/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

09/04/2026

The outpouring of kindness, compassion, and generosity following the severe storm on September 2nd has deeply moved us. When disaster hit the centre, the community rallied immediately. We're so touched by the response and are again reminded of how truly amazing you all are.

To everyone who reached out with words of encouragement, offered a helping hand, or made a donation: thank you, truly.

Because of your support, TWC staff and volunteers are carrying out urgent repairs while our Veterinary and Rehabilitation teams continue providing vital care for the hundreds of wild patients who depend on it every day. Today alone brought a surge of new admissions, including over 80 migratory birds needing immediate help. We are so grateful for our hardworking team, who always go above and beyond, even in difficult times like these.

We are still actively assessing the full extent of the damage and mapping out the work ahead. We will share updates as they become available.

Yesterday’s severe storm hit Toronto Wildlife Centre hard, causing widespread damage across our facility. Fortunately, n...
09/03/2026

Yesterday’s severe storm hit Toronto Wildlife Centre hard, causing widespread damage across our facility. Fortunately, no people were injured and thanks to the rapid response from our dedicated staff and volunteers, the wild patients are safe. However, the intense wind and hail completely destroyed one of the outdoor aviaries, from which five recovering pigeons escaped. The enclosure is now unusable. At least one other outdoor enclosure sustained some moderate damage, and a large portion of the security fencing around the enclosures was knocked down.

Inside and out, Toronto Wildlife Centre is dealing with the effects of the storm - from facility-wide flooding and shattered windows to damage to the roof and garage door.

We need your support to help with the damage.

There are some things that insurance won’t cover, and the unexpected cost of repairs places an enormous strain on the essential funds that are needed to help care for wildlife. We’re reaching out to our compassionate community with an appeal to help us repair, rebuild, or replace.

Are you able to donate now? Please visit https://www.torontowildlifecentre.com/donate/ or contact the Donor Relations Team at (416) 631-0662 ext. 3207 or [email protected].

Severe weather can injure wild animals and your help to watch for wildlife is greatly appreciated. If you’ve found a wild animal in need of help, please contact the Wildlife Hotline at 416-631-0662 or fill out a Request for Assistance form: https://www.torontowildlifecentre.com/request-assist-form/

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Ontario is home to eight species of bats, seven of which are endangered. For , we're celebrating these remarkable noctu...
08/29/2026

Ontario is home to eight species of bats, seven of which are endangered. For , we're celebrating these remarkable nocturnal mammals while raising awareness of the threats they face – and sharing the stories of two rarely admitted Species-at-Risk patients who received compassionate care at Toronto Wildlife Centre. 🦇

Iain saw a man using a plastic bag to shoo something out of the middle of the road. Turns out it was a teeny tiny bat! Concerned the vulnerable animal had been injured, he immediately sought help.

At TWC, the feisty patient chittered loudly in Clemence's hands. This was a rare Eastern small-footed bat, Ontario's smallest bat species, about the weight of a loonie. It was a good sign that he had plenty of energy! When the wildlife rehabilitator assessed his mobility, however, he hesitated to put weight on his left wing as he crawled – x-rays confirmed a fractured wing. Clemence gave him pain medication and let him rest while the Veterinary Team prepared to stabilize the fragile broken bone.

Later that day, Veterinarian Dr. Chloé Stefanopoulos anaesthetized the patient and secured a tiny splint, made from a piece of straw and surgical tape, over the fracture site. She also applied a body wrap to prevent him from moving his wing too much as it healed.

Five days later, another Species-at-Risk bat needed help – you’ll meet her tomorrow!

Julia, a lifeguard at a marina, was approaching a dock when she spotted a young beaver sitting all alone. As she got clo...
08/28/2026

Julia, a lifeguard at a marina, was approaching a dock when she spotted a young beaver sitting all alone. As she got closer, she noticed he was shivering and didn't try to move away from her. With no adult beavers in sight, Julia worried that something was wrong so she sought help. Soon, the little one was rushed to Toronto Wildlife Centre.

When Julia returned to work the next morning, she was shocked to find a second baby beaver in the same area! She quickly sought help for this little one too.

Once safe at Toronto Wildlife Centre, the medical team discovered both siblings were very thin, dehydrated, and covered in burs. Sadly, these were all signs that they had been orphaned and needed expert care. The baby beavers received fluids, specialized formula, nutritious pellets, and a variety of fresh veggies to munch on.

Beavers are very social animals and depend on their family unit for the first two years of life. But without their parents, orphaned babies can experience severe stress, so these siblings will need ongoing support as they grow.

The baby beavers are now in the care of another wildlife rehabilitator with the specialized facilities and long-term setup needed for them to thrive until they’re ready to return to the wild! 💚

08/27/2026

Every year, many songbirds are brought to Toronto Wildlife Centre in need of emergency care. From window collisions and car strikes to encounters with unsupervised pets, these vulnerable animals can suffer life-threatening injuries as they navigate an urban environment.

Thanks to The Danniels Family Foundation’s ongoing support, TWC’s team is well-equipped to help these little patients heal. From vital medications, nutritious food, housing, and so much more, their generosity supports songbirds from the first moments of treatment to the day they return to the wild.

Please join us in thanking The Danniels Family Foundation for their extraordinary kindness! 💚

08/26/2026

These little stinkers were ready to dig in! 🦨💚

Two months ago, the Rescue Team rushed these baby skunks to Toronto Wildlife Centre after Vincent noticed one wandering near the road by the warehouse where he worked. He soon discovered the den where the rest of the tiny skunk siblings were waiting for their mother, who would tragically never return. Once safe at TWC, the orphaned babies received the dedicated care they needed to thrive.

As they grew, the curious skunks explored their spacious outdoor enclosure, ate many nutritious meals, and kept each other company. When they were old enough, they were released back into the wild to continue exploring and scavenging!

Missed the rescue? Watch it now!: https://youtu.be/_4KBo8idh9o

08/24/2026

Let’s tackle this with the same energy as these baby raccoons! 🦝💚

These orphaned kits are being raised together at Toronto Wildlife Centre until they’re old enough to explore the world on their own. Until then, they have been busy wrestling, climbing, exploring, snacking, and taking well-deserved naps.

By practicing these behaviours, the brothers and sisters are developing the skills they’ll need once they’re back in the wild. Seeing these baby raccoons in action is the perfect reminder to work hard and play harder.

08/21/2026

Peek in on tiny turtle physiotherapy! 🐢⁠
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Even the smallest of wild animals deserve kindness, like this baby painted turtle who spent three months receiving dedicated care and physiotherapy from TWC’s medical team. She was brought to Toronto Wildlife Centre after she was found all alone on the ground, unable to move.⁠
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Once admitted, Wildlife Rehabilitation Specialist Clemence discovered that the painted turtle was only using her front legs to swim or walk. She kept her hind legs tucked into her shell. Although the patient still had sensation in her hind legs, Clemence was concerned that she wasn't using them. After x-rays confirmed no broken bones, Veterinarian Dr. Sabrina Cirone determined the best treatment would be regular physiotherapy to rebuild the turtle’s strength. Every three days, TWC’s medical team gently helped the tiny patient stretch her legs by doing little bicycle kicks!⁠
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Over the following weeks, the turtle showed promising signs of improvement. She started taking a few short steps using her back legs and eventually learned to walk up and down small inclines. As her strength grew, she was moved to an enclosure with deeper water to continue improving her swimming.⁠
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After demonstrating she could swim and walk with ease, the baby painted turtle was released back where she was found!

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4/60 Carl Hall Road
Toronto, ON
M3K2C1

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 6pm

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+14166310662

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