Ever wondered what it’s really like to volunteer at #Salthaven?
This Friday, tune in to AM980 for a behind the scenes conversation about the people who make #wildlife care possible.
📻 Tune in live to Wild Fridays on #AM980 #CFPL, Friday February 6th at 4:20 pm.
Come meet a Wildlife Ambassador at Wild Birds Unlimited London on Saturday, Oct 25 from 2–3 pm!
Learn about local #wildlife and take part in #BirdFeeder Swap Month. Swap a clean, used feeder for 20% off a new one. Proceeds support #Salthaven! #londonontario
Canada’s #1 ‘60s Rock n Roll band #Lowdown reunites Sept 20 at the Hellenic Centre, London ON! 🎶 With Jim Chapman & the 60’s All-Star Band. Advance tickets only: $240 table of 8 | $35 GA. Get yours now 👉 www.salthaven.org/product/lowd...
#londonontario #salthaven #ontariowildlife #wildliferehab
Huge thanks to Parkway Gardens Landscaping for refreshing our gardens! 🌿 They worked their magic and our space has never looked better! #gardening #londonontario #salthaven #thankyou
Concert poster for Lowdown featuring Doug Varty, Ted Floyd, and Brian Salt of Salthaven. Text reads: Back together for one last jam! Opening performance by Jim Chapman & The 60’s All-Star Band. Saturday Sept. 20th, 2025 | 8pm–11pm | Hellenic Centre London Ontario. Advanced tickets only! $240 to reserve a table of 8 or $35 per person general admission. Tickets available at salthaven.org in our online store or email fundraising@salthaven.org. The background features colorful neon effects and images of musicians playing guitar and drums. Salthaven logo at bottom.
#Lowdown is back for one last jam! 🎶 Join Doug Varty, Ted Floyd, and #Salthaven founder Brian Salt Sept 20, 8–11pm at the Hellenic Centre. With Jim Chapman & the 60’s All-Star Band. Tickets $35 or $240 table 🎟️ Get your tickets now: www.salthaven.org/product/lowd...
#londonontario #strathroyontario
Start your engines for wildlife! 🏎️💨 Join us at the Grand Bend Motorplex Car Show & Track Day, Sept 4, 4–8pm. All car makes welcome. Get tickets: gbmpresales.com/product/salt...
#carshow #londonontario #grandbend #miata #strathroyontario #salthaven
Covent Garden Market 8am–1pm outside on the Rotary Square. Chat #wildlife, shop #Salthaven merch & meet our #wildlifeambassador 10am–12pm. Donations welcome to help wildlife in need! 🦅 #londonontario #ldnont
If you find a #wildanimal that seems injured or alone, caring for it at home is ILLEGAL in #Ontario and can do more harm than good! Contact #Salthaven or a licensed rehabber for help. Find the list of authorized #wildlife rehabilitators here: learningcompass.learnflex.net/Upload/Publi...
A cottontail rabbit being held by a wildlife rehabber wearing teal scrubs and blue gloves. The rabbit is nestled into the chest of the rehabber and has one paw resting on the persons arm. In the bottom left of the photo there is white text that says "Happy World Nature Conservation Day". "Conservation Day" is highlighted by a yellow squiggly line.
A red-tailed hawk perched on a wooden beam covered in green turf. The hawk is facing the camera with its wings spread slightly out. Its chest feathers are puffed outwards. At the top left of the photo there is white text that says "Happy World Nature Conservation Day". "Conservation Day" is highlighted by a yellow squiggly line.
A young Milk Snake is shown resting on a persons wrist and forearm. The person is wearing light blue medical gloves. The snake is cream coloured with reddish brown markings. The snake is resting its head on the persons finger, from the other hand. The snakes head is smaller than the persons finger. At the bottom left of the photo there is white text that says "Happy World Nature Conservation Day". "Conservation Day" is highlighted by a yellow squiggly line.
A small nestling bird is facing towards the camera with its eyes closed. It is resting in the palms of a person wearing blue gloves. The bird has no feathers, a prominent yellow beak, and a blue marking on its head. At the top left of the photo there is white text that says "Happy World Nature Conservation Day". "Conservation Day" is highlighted by a yellow squiggly line.
Today is #WorldNatureConservationDay. From rescuing hawks to rehabilitating baby bunnies, conservation happens every day at #Salthaven. Every action counts. Support our work and help protect the wild. Donate today: www.salthaven.org/make-a-donat...
Some people serve charcuterie. Our Bat Squad serves live mealworms 🪱🦇 Ontario’s bats are insect-eating machines, helping control mosquito populations. Big thanks to our volunteers for keeping these little night flyers healthy and full.
#salthaven #bats #wildliferehab #strathroyontario #wildlife
A small hummingbird with iridescent green and golden feathers rests gently on a Salthaven volunteer's hand. The bird’s eyes are closed, and its delicate beak points forward. The background is softly blurred, keeping the focus on the bird and the hand holding it.
This #hummingbird came in after hitting a window. Though it seemed okay, it later died from shock, a sadly common outcome. Window strikes are a leading cause of bird deaths but are preventable. Learn how to help: www.salthaven.org/s/stories/pr...
#salthaven #ontariobirds #featherfriendly
This image is a side-by-side comparison of the wings of two Red-tailed Hawks before and after recovery, shown in a four-panel grid. Top and bottom left (BEFORE): The hawk’s wings are visibly damaged and incomplete, with many of the flight feathers missing or broken. The feathers appear patchy, uneven, and frayed, leaving large gaps along the wing edges. The hawk is being gently held by gloved hands for examination. The bottom left hawk is wearing a 'hood' over its head. Top right (AFTER): The hawk’s wings are shown fully feathered and restored, with strong, smooth, and symmetrical flight feathers. The wings now appear full and healthy, ready for flight. Again, the bird is being held carefully for display. Bottom right (AFTER): The hawk's wings show significant feather growth, with only a small section on the wing missing some feathers. The bird is being held carefully, with it's wing out. The word "BEFORE" is overlaid on the two left panels, and "AFTER" is overlaid on the two right panels in bold white text. The lower right corner also features the Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation & Education Centre logo.
Two #RedtailedHawks came to #Salthaven with wing injuries. With help from our vet partners, they healed through therapy and time. #Flightfeathers had to regrow before release. B&A photos of their transformation. Recovery takes teamwork, patience, and understanding what makes flight possible.
A photo of a baby bird with its mouth wide open, with text saying: On Air. Canadian Wildlife Laws in Canada. Tune in to CFPL AM980 July 4th at 4:20pm.
Catch Brian Salt, founder of #Salthaven Wildlife, on air this Friday, July 4th at 4:20pm on #CFPL #AM980. He'll chat with Mike Stubbs about #Canadian #wildlifelaws, why they matter, how they work, and the real challenges of protecting wild species and habitats.
#londonontario
A calendar with dates that Salthaven Wildlife will be hosting a presentation. July 3: Bostwick Public Library 501 Southdale Rd, London 2:30–3:30pm July 5: Dalewood Conservation Area with Kettle Creek Conservation 10518 Dalewood Rd, St. Thomas 12–1pm July 8: Cherryhill Public Library 301 Oxford St. W, London 2:30–3:30pm July 12: Beacock Public Library 1280 Huron St, London 2:30–3:30pm July 16: Lambeth Public Library 7112 Beattie St, London 10:30–11:30am July 18: Landon Public Library 167 Wortley Rd, London 11:30am–12:30pm July 22: Stoney Creek Public Library 920 Sunningdale Rd E, London 10:30–11:30am July 25: Wyoming Public Library 536 Niagara St, Wyoming 1–2pm July 29: Crouch Public Library 550 Hamilton Rd, London 2:30–3:30pm
We’re going wild this July! Join us for fun, interactive presentations about Ontario’s native #wildlife, meet the team, and discover how you can help protect local species. Bring your curiosity. These events are perfect for all ages! #londonontario #stthomasontario #salthaven
🐦 Wild About Wildlife 🐦 Episode 16: Birds of Summer
We’re hard at work putting the finishing touches on this month’s episode.
Here’s a sneak peek at what you’ll hear.
#WildAboutWildlife #podcast #birdsofsummer #wildlife #comingsoon #BirdFriendly #salthaven #ontariowildlife #birding #birds
A young fawn resting on towels enclosed in a carrier. The fawn is facing the camera.
Close up of the fawns face.
This young #fawn was found trapped in a fence and, despite our best efforts, did not survive due to the stress and injuries. In spring, it’s normal for fawns to be alone. If a fawn is quiet and appears healthy, it usually doesn’t need help. Only intervene if it’s injured or in danger. #salthaven
Meet Astra, our newest #WildlifeAmbassador! Join us on Facebook Live this Wednesday, May 28 at 1:45pm to hear her story, learn about #owls, and ask your questions. Head to our Facebook page to watch and learn something new! #salthaven #wildliferehab
Join us at the #Komoka Community Market this Saturday, May 24th from 9–1! Meet a #WildlifeAmbassador 10–12, ask your wild questions, shop local vendors, grab #Salthaven merch, and support wildlife! A fun Saturday with nature and community. #londonontario #wildliferehab
Our seasonal #volunteers are back, and we’re so grateful! Spring and summer bring a surge of patients, and we couldn’t do it without their help. From feedings to releases, they’re vital to every step of care. Thank you for your compassion and hard work! #wildliferehab #ontariowildlife #salthaven
For the safety of our patients, #Salthaven does not admit #raccoons due to the risk of distemper. If you find a #raccoon in distress, do not handle it—contact local animal control or see the rehabber list in our bio. Please vaccinate your pets for distemper. #wildliferehab #ldnont #strathroyontario
Before bringing wildlife to #Salthaven, please call to make an appointment. This ensures proper care, resources, and guidance. With 60+ calls daily, our small team works hard to respond. If we can’t pick up, leave a message, and we’ll call back. Reach us at 519-264-2440! 🐿️ 🦉#wildliferehab #ldnont
Virginia Rail (a small rust coloured bird with long thin legs and a long beak) standing on sand.
Salthaven staff holding the Virginia Rail to show off its long, slender legs and thin toes.
This secretive Virginia Rail came to us grounded with an injured eye. Found in wetlands, they move easily through cattails with long toes and strong legs. Help us care for unique patients like this by donating today. 💚 www.salthaven.org/make-a-donat...
#salthaven #virginiarail #wildliferehab
Found baby bunnies? 🐰 Mom feeds between dusk & dawn—nests are usually not abandoned. Use a blue box to protect nests from pets (remove at dusk). Solo bunnies with fur and upright ears are likely independent. Call #Salthaven at 519-264-2440 if unsure. #wildlife #babybunnies #ontario #wildliferehab
"What difference can I, as one person, make?"
At #Salthaven, we get asked this often — and our answer is always the same: A LOT. 1/3
After a brief pitstop at #Salthaven, this #CommonLoon is off to continue its migration back to its nesting grounds in Northern #Ontario! #wildliferehab #wildlife #loon #ontariowildlife
This beautiful male #WoodDuck, known for his colourful plumage, red eyes, and for nesting in trees, came to #Salthaven with a fractured wing and leg. Despite our best efforts, he didn’t survive. His story is a reminder: if you find injured wildlife, act fast—contact a rehabber. #wildliferehab
🌍 #EarthDay 2025 is just around the corner, and here at #Salthaven, we’re reflecting on how we can further reduce our carbon footprint to make a positive impact on the environment. But it’s not just about what we’re doing—it's about what you can do, too! (1/3)
We're Hiring! 🦉
Love #wildlife? We are seeking a Medical Receptionist/Administrative Assistant for a seasonal full-time role from April 29–Sept 1. Training provided.
Apply with a cover letter & resume to admin@salthaven.org subject: “Administrative Assistant" #salthaven #wildlifejobs
Red-tailed Hawk flying off into a snow covered field.
Red-tailed Hawk flying off into a snow covered field.
Red-tailed hawk wearing bright pink "boots" on its feet.
🦅 Soaring Free! After weeks of care—including time in special “boots”—this Red-tailed Hawk has recovered and returned to the wild! Your support makes rescues like this possible. Donate today: www.salthaven.org/make-a-donat...
#salthaven #wildliferehab #redtailedhawk #hawk
A Gray Tree frog clinging to a wooden hutch.
🐸 Did you know Ontario has #treefrogs?! This Gray Treefrog was found chilling in someone’s fridge—likely a sneaky stowaway on produce! Now safe at #Salthaven, it’ll stay with us until spring. These frogs change colour to blend in, freeze solid in winter, and are expert climbers. #wildliferehab
