Canadian Wings of Rescue is a 100% volunteer run federally registered charity organization dedicated to transporting animals within Canada. Our purpose is to work with Canadian rescue groups, shelters, and/or wildlife rehabilitation centres when they are faced with a transportation need. We arrange free, short domestic flights via our dedicated volunteer pilots wherever possible.
Transports help abused, abandoned and injured animals and help animals get to fosters, adopters, rehabilitation centres or other not-for-profit organizations.
Registered charity #808636088RR0001
We fly all across the country!
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Your financial support allows us to continue saving the lives of VULNERABLE animals one flight at a time.
We have flown many companion animals from shelters to rescues and forever homes across the country.
Thanks to continued support, injured wildlife benefit from the expertise of far away rehabilitation groups.
Donations can be made to Canadian Wings of Rescue through Canada Helps at www.canadahelps.org
Donations over $25.00 will receive a tax receipt.
Charitable number: 808636088 RR0001
LATEST NEWS FROM OUR INSTAGRAM
We closed out 2025 with one last transport on December 30!
When ground options are limited, civil aviation can help close the gap so animals reach the help they need.
Six puppies, found living outdoors in Saskatchewan with no available fosters, needed a transfer across provinces to care. Volunteer pilot Ken flew his Piper turboprop from Saskatoon, SK to Victoria, B.C., delivering the pups safely to our partner @Itty.Bitty.Kitty.Committeeibkc.
This flight was the final step in a larger rescue effort led by Northern Pup Project in Saskatchewan. Thank you to the many volunteers on the ground—the finder, temporary caregivers, vet teams, drivers, and coordinators—who stabilized these pups and got them flight-ready.
And a special thanks to pilot @Dr.Campbell.vet.dentist who also volunteered for this transport.
Here`s to another exciting year of flying with a purpose!
We closed out 2025 with one last transport on December 30!
When ground options are limited, civil aviation can help close the gap so animals reach the help they need.
Six puppies, found living outdoors in Saskatchewan with no available fosters, needed a transfer across provinces to care. Volunteer pilot Ken flew his Piper turboprop from Saskatoon, SK to Victoria, B.C., delivering the pups safely to our partner @Itty.Bitty.Kitty.Committeeibkc.
This flight was the final step in a larger rescue effort led by Northern Pup Project in Saskatchewan. Thank you to the many volunteers on the ground—the finder, temporary caregivers, vet teams, drivers, and coordinators—who stabilized these pups and got them flight-ready.
And a special thanks to pilot @Dr.Campbell.vet.dentist who also volunteered for this transport.
Here`s to another exciting year of flying with a purpose!
THANK YOU, 2025! A year measured not in kilometers, but in lives transformed. Swipe through to see how our volunteer pilot community made miracles happen, one flight at a time. Thank you to every pilot, partner, volunteer, donor and the community who made these 70+ rescue flights possible. Here`s to even more animals finding their wings in 2026!
THANK YOU, 2025! A year measured not in kilometers, but in lives transformed. Swipe through to see how our volunteer pilot community made miracles happen, one flight at a time. Thank you to every pilot, partner, volunteer, donor and the community who made these 70+ rescue flights possible. Here`s to even more animals finding their wings in 2026!
A coastal B.C. relay of three eagles, told in three flights…
Volunteer pilot @Fraserrecon departed Vancouver in his amphibious aircraft (a plane equipped to take off and land on both water and runways), heading for Bella Bella.
Waiting there: two rehabilitated eagles cleared by @OWLRehab to return to the wild. With the birds secured and weather checked, he turned north to Masset, where both eagles were released back to coastal skies.
The mission wasn’t over. In Masset, a third eagle—injured and in need of specialized care—was ready for transport. He set course south and flew the raptor patient to Vancouver, where the team at OWL (Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society) stood by to receive it.
From Vancouver to Bella Bella to Masset and back to Vancouver, we can’t thank @Fraserrecon enough for his commitment and generous donation of his time and aircraft.
Did you know you can donate directly to our fuel fund to help more animals in need. Visit https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/pnpcanimalrescue/
A coastal B.C. relay of three eagles, told in three flights…
Volunteer pilot @Fraserrecon departed Vancouver in his amphibious aircraft (a plane equipped to take off and land on both water and runways), heading for Bella Bella.
Waiting there: two rehabilitated eagles cleared by @OWLRehab to return to the wild. With the birds secured and weather checked, he turned north to Masset, where both eagles were released back to coastal skies.
The mission wasn’t over. In Masset, a third eagle—injured and in need of specialized care—was ready for transport. He set course south and flew the raptor patient to Vancouver, where the team at OWL (Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society) stood by to receive it.
From Vancouver to Bella Bella to Masset and back to Vancouver, we can’t thank @Fraserrecon enough for his commitment and generous donation of his time and aircraft.
Did you know you can donate directly to our fuel fund to help more animals in need. Visit https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/pnpcanimalrescue/
We’re still squeezing in a few more transports in 2025!
A sandhill crane found near Sault Ste. Marie was cared for by a local community member, who lovingly named him “Sugar,” while they searched for help. At roughly nine months old and orphaned, he needed to head south for rehab to survive the winter.
This weekend, volunteer pilot Gerd W. met Sugar in Sault Ste. Marie and flew him to Muskoka Airport, where @WoodlandsWildlifeSanctuary picked him up for transfer to Minden, Ontario.
At this time of year, challenging weather conditions are expected. Gerd navigated tight weather windows over several days, saving the team a drive of over 12 hours. Safety, planning, and partnership made it possible.
Thank you to Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary, the individual who cared for Sugar, and Gerd for seeing this through. This is public-benefit flying in action!
We’re still squeezing in a few more transports in 2025!
A sandhill crane found near Sault Ste. Marie was cared for by a local community member, who lovingly named him “Sugar,” while they searched for help. At roughly nine months old and orphaned, he needed to head south for rehab to survive the winter.
This weekend, volunteer pilot Gerd W. met Sugar in Sault Ste. Marie and flew him to Muskoka Airport, where @WoodlandsWildlifeSanctuary picked him up for transfer to Minden, Ontario.
At this time of year, challenging weather conditions are expected. Gerd navigated tight weather windows over several days, saving the team a drive of over 12 hours. Safety, planning, and partnership made it possible.
Thank you to Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary, the individual who cared for Sugar, and Gerd for seeing this through. This is public-benefit flying in action!
Merry Christmas to our incredible rescue family! 🎄
Today, we celebrate the gift of second chances—and the joy of animals finding their forever homes.
Thank you for making miracles possible all year long. 🐾✨
Merry Christmas to our incredible rescue family! 🎄
Today, we celebrate the gift of second chances—and the joy of animals finding their forever homes.
Thank you for making miracles possible all year long. 🐾✨
Calling all wildlife organizations! It`s never too early to begin thinking about your busy spring seasons.
This year alone, our volunteer pilots helped transport a turkey vulture, countless owls, a swan, hawks, eagles, a turtle, and a crane. In past seasons, even a coyote and a bear cub. We coordinate no-cost, short-haul flights that reduce stress and speed up transfers between rehab centres, vets, and release sites.
How it works: you request a transport; we reach out to our network of volunteer pilots; together we confirm the safest plan.
What helps us help you:
-Species and crate dimensions
-Origin, destination, and target timing
-Handling notes (quiet loading areas, temperature needs, etc.)
Visit our website for more information!
https://canadianwingsofrescue.ca/for-rescues/
Calling all wildlife organizations! It`s never too early to begin thinking about your busy spring seasons.
This year alone, our volunteer pilots helped transport a turkey vulture, countless owls, a swan, hawks, eagles, a turtle, and a crane. In past seasons, even a coyote and a bear cub. We coordinate no-cost, short-haul flights that reduce stress and speed up transfers between rehab centres, vets, and release sites.
How it works: you request a transport; we reach out to our network of volunteer pilots; together we confirm the safest plan.
What helps us help you:
-Species and crate dimensions
-Origin, destination, and target timing
-Handling notes (quiet loading areas, temperature needs, etc.)
Visit our website for more information!
https://canadianwingsofrescue.ca/for-rescues/
We`re thrilled to welcome DMRS/Lower Mainland Humane Society to our rescue family @dmrs.lowermainlandhumane !
In our two recent transports,they stepped up when Hand & Cash, and Lola & Millie needed them most. These four sweet pups are now safe and thriving because when rescues work together, miracles happen.
Here`s to many more flights and saved lives together! Thank you @dmrs.lowermainlandhumane for spreading your wings with us.
We`re thrilled to welcome DMRS/Lower Mainland Humane Society to our rescue family @dmrs.lowermainlandhumane !
In our two recent transports,they stepped up when Hand & Cash, and Lola & Millie needed them most. These four sweet pups are now safe and thriving because when rescues work together, miracles happen.
Here`s to many more flights and saved lives together! Thank you @dmrs.lowermainlandhumane for spreading your wings with us.
Thanks to our volunteer pilot Walter, Gambit the swan safely made its way to @WildlifeRescueBC. 💙
After arrival at their facilities, the rescue’s team identified Gambit specifically as a Tundra Swan — a species of special concern in BC.
Unfortunately, the bird has several injuries consistent with a hard impact, including swelling and bruising, difficulty walking, and signs of head trauma.
The good news: he is eating well and receiving pain management, antibiotics, and close monitoring.
While the prognosis remains uncertain, the care team is hopeful and will continue supporting Gambit as he rests and recovers.
Thank you to everyone who made this possible.
Thanks to our volunteer pilot Walter, Gambit the swan safely made its way to @WildlifeRescueBC. 💙
After arrival at their facilities, the rescue’s team identified Gambit specifically as a Tundra Swan — a species of special concern in BC.
Unfortunately, the bird has several injuries consistent with a hard impact, including swelling and bruising, difficulty walking, and signs of head trauma.
The good news: he is eating well and receiving pain management, antibiotics, and close monitoring.
While the prognosis remains uncertain, the care team is hopeful and will continue supporting Gambit as he rests and recovers.
Thank you to everyone who made this possible.
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