Our rescue operations aren’t a single act. They’re a collection of helping hands, and sometimes wings. Together, pilots, rescue partners, fosters, donors, and volunteers help keep animals flying toward safety and care. That’s exactly what happened when six puppies were found abandoned at a Manitoba dump,...
If you’ve been with us since the early days when our charity launched in 2013, you’ve watched our organization grow, shift, and take on new wings. But the heart of our work remains exactly the same as it did all those years ago: helping animals...
Mission at a GlanceVolunteer pilot Rob A. and his son, Thomas, set out to fly 10 stray cats and kittens from Fort St. John to Victoria, B.C. for our partners Northern Peace Forgotten Felines and VOKRA. Each of these lucky felines had adoptive families waiting...
On a warm fall morning in Stratford, Ontario (CYSA), a small but mighty team from Canadian Wings of Rescue joined organizations, academics, first-responders and pilots at Air Bridge 2025, Ontario’s first general aviation emergency response exercise. As a registered charity powered 100% by volunteers, CWOR was proud to...
What does it take to fly a clowder of cats in a small aircraft? This summer, two of our volunteer pilots found out!This summer, Canadian Wings of Rescue completed two back-to-back missions from northern B.C., transporting an incredible 26 cats to shelters in B.C.’s Lower...
At Canadian Wings of Rescue (CWoR), it takes more than a plane to make a flight happen. It takes planning, coordination, and a whole lot of heart. Here's a look at how one of our transports unfolded — from start to safe landing — showing...
At Canadian Wings of Rescue (CWoR), every rescue is a team effort. Time and again, our transports show just how far people will go to help an animal in need.This spring, a badly injured bald eagle near Thunder Bay, Ontario became the center of an...
At Canadian Wings of Rescue, we’re powered by passion – the passion of our incredible volunteers who dedicate their times, skills, and even their personal aircraft to saving animal lives. Today, we want to shine a spotlight on one such remarkable individual: Amy Johnson, a...
In a country as vast and diverse as Canada, where communities are separated by rugged terrain, remote distances, and extreme weather, the act of rescue becomes far more than just transportation—it becomes a lifeline. At Canadian Wings of Rescue (CWoR), we believe every animal deserves a...
Forget Romeo and Juliet, this February, we're celebrating a love story with whiskers, fur, and a huge dollop of heartwarming serendipity! Get ready to meet Corbin, the feline Casanova whose journey home will leave you feline good. Two years ago, Corbin, a black and white cat...
Take a look at a sample of a Canadian Wings of Rescue transport day!
• 06:12 Weather check completed (safety go/no-go)
• 07:05 Route confirmed + fuel stop planned
• 08:15 Wheels up
• 09:00 Foster en route with pup to the meet point
• 10:28 Land, crate swap, quick bathroom break, and a few snuggles
• 11:03 Wheels up
• 11:22 Handoff confirmed with our Transport Coordinator on the ground
• 14:48 Land, meet the new foster, and yes, take lots of “cute cargo” photos
• 18:56 Final check-in: day wrapped safely
Transport complete!
We can’t do this without volunteers and supporters like you. Thank you for being part of the journey.
What part should we show more of in these Flight Reports: planning, safety checks, or the handoffs?
Take a look at a sample of a Canadian Wings of Rescue transport day!
• 06:12 Weather check completed (safety go/no-go)
• 07:05 Route confirmed + fuel stop planned
• 08:15 Wheels up
• 09:00 Foster en route with pup to the meet point
• 10:28 Land, crate swap, quick bathroom break, and a few snuggles
• 11:03 Wheels up
• 11:22 Handoff confirmed with our Transport Coordinator on the ground
• 14:48 Land, meet the new foster, and yes, take lots of “cute cargo” photos
• 18:56 Final check-in: day wrapped safely
Transport complete!
We can’t do this without volunteers and supporters like you. Thank you for being part of the journey.
What part should we show more of in these Flight Reports: planning, safety checks, or the handoffs?
Last summer, Max and Maple flew with Canadian Wings of Rescue from their foster home, moving one step closer to the forever families waiting for them. Their story is one of many. Canadian Wings of Rescue is 100% volunteer-run, and we rely entirely on community donations to cover any costs incurred during to make a transport happen. Our pilots give their time. You give what makes the rescues possible.
Max and Maple made it because our community showed up. There are more animals waiting for their chance right now. Will you help us get them there? Every dollar funds the journey. Every journey saves a life. Donate today (link in bio).
Last summer, Max and Maple flew with Canadian Wings of Rescue from their foster home, moving one step closer to the forever families waiting for them. Their story is one of many. Canadian Wings of Rescue is 100% volunteer-run, and we rely entirely on community donations to cover any costs incurred during to make a transport happen. Our pilots give their time. You give what makes the rescues possible.
Max and Maple made it because our community showed up. There are more animals waiting for their chance right now. Will you help us get them there? Every dollar funds the journey. Every journey saves a life. Donate today (link in bio).
This week, we`re celebrating an incredible partner who shares our goal of giving animals a second chance. When Northwest Canadian Greyhound League(@ncglcanada) reached out to help transport Prince and Bailey—two beautiful surrender greyhounds—we were honoured to step in.
Thanks to their tireless dedication and the volunteer pilot who donated their time and aircraft, Prince and Bailey soared across the skies to their foster homes in Alberta, where they`re now one step closer to finding their forever families.
To the team at Northwest Canadian Greyhound League: thank you for trusting us to be part of these journeys. Your commitment to rescuing and rehoming greyhounds inspires us every day.
Are you part of an animal shelter or rescue organization? Let`s work together to save more lives. Reach out to learn how Canadian Wings of Rescue can support you.
This week, we`re celebrating an incredible partner who shares our goal of giving animals a second chance. When Northwest Canadian Greyhound League(@ncglcanada) reached out to help transport Prince and Bailey—two beautiful surrender greyhounds—we were honoured to step in.
Thanks to their tireless dedication and the volunteer pilot who donated their time and aircraft, Prince and Bailey soared across the skies to their foster homes in Alberta, where they`re now one step closer to finding their forever families.
To the team at Northwest Canadian Greyhound League: thank you for trusting us to be part of these journeys. Your commitment to rescuing and rehoming greyhounds inspires us every day.
Are you part of an animal shelter or rescue organization? Let`s work together to save more lives. Reach out to learn how Canadian Wings of Rescue can support you.
From abandoned to adored.
When Skye was found alone on a rooftop, dehydrated and starving, @WetNosesRescue stepped in, and thanks to the generous donations that support their work, she made a full recovery. Now she’s ready for her next chapter: a final safe, loving home.
Huge thanks to volunteer pilot @BradReid_BTC for donating his time (and a whole lot of care) to bring Skye to safety.
On the first attempt at the transport, weather forced them to turn back, but Brad went above and beyond to keep Skye comfortable and secure overnight. Day two brought clearer skies, and they made the full trip through B.C.’s interior to complete Skye’s journey to her new home.
A true team effort, and a powerful reminder of what happens when people show up for animals who can’t ask for help.
From abandoned to adored.
When Skye was found alone on a rooftop, dehydrated and starving, @WetNosesRescue stepped in, and thanks to the generous donations that support their work, she made a full recovery. Now she’s ready for her next chapter: a final safe, loving home.
Huge thanks to volunteer pilot @BradReid_BTC for donating his time (and a whole lot of care) to bring Skye to safety.
On the first attempt at the transport, weather forced them to turn back, but Brad went above and beyond to keep Skye comfortable and secure overnight. Day two brought clearer skies, and they made the full trip through B.C.’s interior to complete Skye’s journey to her new home.
A true team effort, and a powerful reminder of what happens when people show up for animals who can’t ask for help.
Calling all pilots! Your skills can save lives. Volunteer with Canadian Wings of Rescue and be part of rescue missions that give animals hope and a new beginning. Ready to make a difference? Visit the link in bio to know more.
Calling all pilots! Your skills can save lives. Volunteer with Canadian Wings of Rescue and be part of rescue missions that give animals hope and a new beginning. Ready to make a difference? Visit the link in bio to know more.
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!
