Welcome!

Our mission is to conserve and protect native wildlife and its natural habitat through education and rehabilitation.
About Us

Today at MARS

Monday, Nov 24th

Visitor Centre

Education Center, Gift Shop and Tours

Closed Today

Wildlife Hospital

Intake Only - No Visitors Please

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Alerts

Found an animal in distress?

Wait

Well-meaning intervention can sometimes cause more harm.

Please Do Not Touch!

Watch

Your safety and the animal's well-being are paramount. Wait at a safe distance and observe carefully.

Call

Contact our emergency line for expert guidance:

250-337-2021

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Emergency Information

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Patients Rescued

So Far in 2026

32

Current Patients

In Care Today

Last year we worked with an amazingly diverse range of wildlife. See the stats!

Patients 2025

News

Find upcoming events, raffles, and community activities. Catch up on our newsletters. Browse our annual reports.

More News

Visit Us!

Plan a visit and connect with wildlife conservation in action through exhibits, tours, and our gift shop.

Visitor Center

Explore indoor exhibits focused on local wildlife, conservation, and rehabilitation.

Gift Shop

Wildlife inspired gifts that support the care of animals in need.

Online Shop

Support wildlife from anywhere with MARS merchandise and gifts.

Tours

Join a guided tour for individuals or groups, Friday to Sunday, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, and learn how MARS rescues, rehabilitates, and educates.

Book a Tour

Ambassador Bird Visits

Invite MARS ambassador birds to your school, community group, or event for an engaging educational experience.

Book a Bird Visit

Resources

Practical guides and tools to help you protect wildlife and support healthy habitat in your community.

Bird Safety

Get practical guidance for keeping birds safe around your home, including how to prevent window strikes and tips for feeding and observing birds responsibly so they stay healthy and thrive in the wild.

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Native Plants

Explore books, websites, plant guides, and local organizations that help you choose and grow native species that thrive locally while supporting pollinators, wildlife, and healthy ecosystems.

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Tool Library

Community members and stewardship groups can borrow a range of tools, from loppers to tarps, at no cost to support habitat restoration, invasive plant removal, and planting native species.

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Support Us

Get Involved

Become a member, volunteer, gain student work experience, or work with us.

Join Us

Donate Funds

Support wildlife through one time or monthly gifts, legacy giving, or symbolic adoption.

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Donate Goods

See current and everyday needs and learn what items we can and cannot accept.

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