Calgary Wildlife: Who We Are and What We Do

What happens when an injured hawk, an orphaned squirrel or a sick porcupine arrives at a wildlife rehabilitation hospital? Who cares for them, and what does it take to give these animals a second chance at life in the wild? In this engaging presentation, participants get a behind-the-scenes look at Calgary Wildlife, the only wildlife veterinary hospital within the City of Calgary. Discover our organization's history, the incredible diversity of wildlife we care for and the people and specialized facilities that make rehabilitation possible. Through real patient stories, fascinating wildlife biofacts and photographs from our rehabilitation hospital, participants will explore the challenges facing urban wildlife, from window collisions and vehicle strikes to habitat loss and human-wildlife conflict. They'll learn what to do when they encounter an injured or orphaned wild animal, how wildlife rehabilitation works and why coexistence is so important in our growing communities. Designed for Grade 7 through adult audiences, this presentation offers a unique look at the world of wildlife rehabilitation and the important role we can all play in keeping our communities wild!