Bear Creek Exotic Wildlife Sanctuary
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Record #:
ALL0154
Last Modified:
21 Jan 2026
Last Full Update:
13 Jan 2026
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 705-721-4730 |
| info@bearcreeksanctuary.com | |
| Website | http://www.bearcreeksanctuary.com |
| Social Media |  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BearCreekSanctuary Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bearcreeksanctuary YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/BearCreekSanctuary |
| Primary Contact | Mary Barros, Executive Director, Director of Operations and Animal Welfare; Email: mary@bearcreeksanctuary.com |
Site Information
| Description (Site) | Cross street: Hwy 90 and Essa Line 10; 10th line of Essa Twp, south of Hwy 90 |
| Site Location | 10th line of Essa Twp, south of Hwy 90 |
| Located In Community | Barrie |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Hwy 90 and Essa Line 10 |
| Physical Access | Not open to the public |
Description and Service Details
| Description (Service) | Wildlife sanctuary for abused, injured, unwanted and surplus native and exotic animals; authorized wildlife custodian. Works with Co-Operative Education secondary and post secondary students for unpaid volunteering. |
| Hours | No longer open for public tours. Call if you need assistance with native wildlife in need of rehabilitation. |
| Dates | May-Jun |
| Areas Served | Simcoe County |
| Eligibility | No restrictions |
| Application | Call for information on accepting animals ; does not accept domestic animals. |
| Languages | English; Portuguese |
| Fees | See website |
| Volunteer Description | ages 18yrs and up for general maintenance, nutrition and socializing. |
Agency Information
| Parent Agency Name | Bear Creek Exotic Wildlife Sanctuary |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Funding | Donations |
Taxonomy and Classification
| Service Categories | Volunteer Opportunities ~ College/University Students ; Volunteer Opportunities ~ High School Students ; Wildlife Conservation |