Ways to Donate
Cobequid wildlife is a registered Canadian Charity and our work depends on public support. The money we raise through fundraising is essential for us to meet the needs of wildlife in care.
Check out the information below!
There are many charities needing support and we are so excited that you chose Cobequid Wildlife!
Donate Through CanadaHelps
Get your tax receipt emailed immediately on Canada helps! If you create an account with CanadaHelps, you can log in at any time to access your charitable donation receipts and manage your giving.
Donate Through PayPal
To receive a charitable donation receipt for PayPal donations, please include your full mailing address. Receipts will be issued for all donations of $20 or more with a complete address, and for donations less than $20 by request.
Donate by Cheque
You can donate by making a cheque payable to the “Cobequid Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre” and mailing it to:
Cobequid Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
2220 Irwin Lake Road
RR #1, Brookfield
Nova Scotia
B0N 1C0
Donate by eTransfer
You can donate by eTransfer to donations@cwrc.net. Please include your full name and email address in the notes or in a separate email in order to get a receipt.
Donate by Phone or on Site
We can accept credit card donations by phone and we can accept cash, cheque, and credit card donations on site. We are not open to the public for wildlife viewing and we have a small staff, so please call to pre-arrange on-site donations.
United Way Workplace Campaign
Did you know that you can donate to CWRC through the United Way Workplace Campaign? Simply list CWRC as your designated charity and provide our Charitable Registration Number:
89583 7912 RR0001
Planned Giving
You can support wildlife beyond your lifetime through planned giving. With this option, you make a decision now to give a gift in the future, usually after your death, such as gifts of cash, equity, life insurance, real estate, or personal property. We recommend discussing options with an estate planned, financial advisor, lawyer, or other professional as well as any loved ones who should be aware of your intentions. Click here to learn more about making a planned gift.
Donate Supplies
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Food Items
As you can imagine, it takes a LOT of food to keep hungry mouths full. Food items are put to good use. Items such as eggs, plain yogurt, fresh and frozen fruit, fresh and frozen whole fish, shrimp, seeds, suet, and timothy hay are appreciated.
Housing and Bedding
Every critter that comes into care requires housing and appropriate bedding. The CWRC accepts items that can help keep each enclosure as clean and comfortable as possible.
Items such as towels, sheets, blankets, pillowcases and newspapers or newsprint (no flyers please) are used regularly for smaller enclosures.
Soft sided carriers, collapsible play pens, and reptariums can be utilized for housing.
Heated water bowls, tip-proof shallow dishes, and kiddie pools are also appreciated.
Large tree limbs, shrubbery and fresh cut brush can be used to mimic a patient's natural environment.
Corrugated plastic greenhouse panels, hardware cloth and astroturf is used for general maintenance and repairs to existing enclosures.
Cleaning Supplies
Constant cleaning is a big job at the CWRC and for a variety of very good reasons. Unscented laundry detergent, clear garbage bags, paper towels and Dawn dishwashing detergent are just a few of the everyday items that the CWRC uses. These items are always appreciated!
Gift Cards
The CWRC frequently purchases supplies from the following stores and always appreciates donations in the form of a gift card:
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Home Hardware
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Kent
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Walkers
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Canadian Tire
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Sobeys
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Superstore
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Shurgain
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Coop Farm Store
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Staples
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Home Depot
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Gas cards (any major brand - used for wildlife releases, which require larger vehicles and can be far away when returning wildlife to their original territory)
Safe Release Sites
We are always looking for wildlife friendly release areas. If you own property that you think might be suitable or have some suggestions for safe release areas please let us know.