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The Procyon Post: What's New! Volume 8, Issue 2, February 2026
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As a rather difficult January comes to an end, Jen Howard, Procyon volunteer and photographer, discusses the extreme weather's impact on the wildlife who share this environment with us. In her Animal Update we learn of 51 new admissions. And her article Winter and Wildlife, forces us to consider whether or not feeding wild animals is actually helping them.
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As has often been mentioned, the Procyon Wildlife Centre is always in need of more volunteers. If you have ever considered volunteering, now is your chance to meet us and ask questions in person at the Annual Volunteer Fair in Alliston. It's being held at the Alliston Memorial Arena on Nelson Street on February 7th from 10am until 2pm.
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Procyon Wildlife is also excited to be a part of the 2nd Annual "Fuelled by Females" Celebration of Women’s Day. Join us for a one-day experience celebrating women, wellness, creativity, and community with over 60 female entrepreneurs from across South Simcoe. This event will be held on March 7 from 10am to 4pm at The Gibson Centre, Alliston. There will be a Makers Market, Hands-on Workshops, Yoga, QiGong, Soundbaths, Healing Den (Individual Appointments) Tarot, Rune & Oracle Readings, Ladies Lounge with Breakfast Bar & Live Waffle Station. More info below. Visit www.fuelledbyfemales.com for tickets.
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And don't forget to join us at Bingo World, located at: 1230 Kerrisdale Blvd., Newmarket, ON L3Y 8Z9. If you are new to bingo and would like to learn more, visit:https://www.bingoworld.ca/newmarket/new-to-bingo
Come out and come often for exciting evenings at Bingo World Newmarket and support wildlife in need while enjoying a great night out.
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If you are considering volunteering some time to give comfort and support to wild animals in need contact Linda at info@procyonwildlife.com. You can volunteer for hands on animal assistance, or work from home handling our hotline service (information below). There is always something to do!
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HELP is in YOUR hands... IT'S IN ALL OUR HANDS.
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Article by Jen Howard, images by Jen Howard and Angel Martyn.
Approximate read time: 3 minutes
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The extreme weather we are currently experiencing causes as many difficulties for wild animals as it does for humans. Fortunately there are caring people out there who notice those in need, and bring them to Procyon for help. As a result, we have had 51 …
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Article and images by Jen Howard
Approximate read time: 3 minutes
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Winter is full on upon us out there. We are experiencing extreme weather conditions, road conditions, etc, but wait, what about wildlife. Realizing they are wild, and have special diets that change with the seasons and the weather, there are some things of which we should be aware. Deer do …
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Thanks to the volunteers who have stepped up, we have been able to extend the hours of our hotline service to Monday through to Sunday, 8:00 am to 2:00 pm & 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm. There are few open shifts in the schedule, so please contact us today if you are interested!
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ALL TRAINING IS PROVIDED AND YOU CAN WORK FROM HOME!
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Every donation, no matter what amount, counts! Thanks so much,
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From time to time, our supporters ask us for a list of items which we may need. Many of these items can be found on our Amazon wish list. To download an electronic version of our Wish List, please click here
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If you encounter a wild animal that you believe needs help, please call us first at 905-729-0033
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If you encounter a sick, injured or orphaned wild animal, please call first at 905-729-0033 and leave a message. A volunteer will return your call ASAP and will complete the admitting form over the phone with you.
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We currently do not have a rescue team to pick up animals that are injured or in distress. Unfortunately, we do not have the people and money needed to provide this service. Please contact your local animal control. The animal must already have been contained and arrangements made with us to receive the animal.
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Our telephone operators return calls from 10 am to 5 pm daily. If you are calling outside of business hours, please do not leave multiple messages. You will be called back the following morning. You will be given a phone number to call upon your arrival with strict instructions to be followed.
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Thank you for your understanding.
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Our Mission: Procyon Wildlife is dedicated to working with our communities in an effort to help wild animals in need of care. Our goals are to rescue, rehabilitate and safely release these animals, and to promote public appreciation for wildlife preservation.
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Procyon Wildlife is a Registered Charity* dedicated to rescue, rehabilitate and safely release orphaned and injured wildlife. * Reg Charity # 818086621RR0001
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