Things That Go Bump in the Night: Backyard Wildlife After Dark!

In-person spots are FILLED!! You can join the presentation online on Facebook Live.

*Please note that the presentation will NOT be recorded nor available to watch after the event.*

You are welcome to submit the registration form and we will notify you if any spots open up and we will send you the direct Facebook link as soon as we go live.

📅 Date: October 29th
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Facebook Live

Ever wonder who’s sneaking around your backyard after dark?

Join us at WBU Kanata on Wednesday, Oct 29th at 6:30 PM for a fun and eye-opening evening with Kate MacNeil, Executive Director of the Ottawa-Carleton Wildlife Centre! She’ll dive into the secret lives of the nocturnal critters that live in our neighbourhoods and share how we can live more peacefully alongside them. With over 20 years of experience helping people and wildlife coexist, Kate will reveal what these furry neighbours are up to this time of year, how their activities fit into the backyard ecosystem, and simple ways to keep your outdoor space welcoming for both wild birds and other wildlife.

When we learn more about the species around us, we can coexist more peacefully—and in doing so, connect more deeply with nature. There is growing evidence of the many benefits that spending time with wildlife and the natural world offers, from mind and body to spirit. For 35 years, the Ottawa-Carleton Wildlife Centre has been educating the public and helping people of all ages appreciate the natural world.

This lively session is perfect for backyard bird enthusiasts and anyone curious about the creatures that come out after dark. Attendees will have the chance to win adorable wildlife-themed prizes and tweets for your backyard birds. Donations to the OCWC are welcome to support their vital work in educating our community about local wildlife. Come ready to learn, ask questions, and leave with a deeper understanding of the magical world happening in your backyard at night!

Interested in Birdwatching but Not Sure Where to Start?

Join us for a FREE beginner bird walk hosted by Wild Birds Unlimited Kanata & Ottawa!

Registration Required - Click HERE to register.

This month, join Daniel Shaw and David O’Neill at Fletcher Wildlife Gardens for a morning walk. With fall migration coming to an end, the birds that we will be focusing on are the ones who will be staying all winter long. Woodpecker, finches, and the small songbirds that call Ottawa “south for the winter”. We will of course keep our eye out for any migrants too!

📅 Date: Sunday, November 2nd
⏰ Time: 9:00 am -11:00 am (note this is the time change weekend!)
📍 Location: Fletcher Wildlife Gardens

The walk will last about 1.5 to 2 hours, following the trails around the property to explore a variety of habitats including the backyard garden, wooded areas, open field, and pond.

Fletcher Wildlife Garden, maintained by the Ottawa Field-Naturalists’ Club, is designed to provide habitat for a variety of wildlife while also educating and inspiring visitors to make small changes that improve habitats in their own backyards and neighbourhoods. Additional Trail Info and maps

This walk is perfectly timed with the beginning of Project Feederwatch, where you can join and submit your backyard feeder observations to citizen science. Joining also provides you with free backyard bird posters like this one.

Important Information:
Registration is limited to 20 participants and fills quickly.
If your plans change, please email us at [email protected] so we can offer your spot to someone on the waitlist.
Each participant must complete their own registration form.
After submitting, you’ll receive a copy of your responses as confirmation. Meeting details will be emailed the week prior to the walk.

We look forward to birding with you!

3rd Annual Trivia Fundraiser: Bird Nerd Edition

🤓 Calling all Bird Nerds!

Join us for the 3rd Annual Bird Nerd Trivia Fundraiser and put your knowledge to the test, all while supporting the Ottawa Valley Wild Bird Care Centre!

📅 Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
⏰ Time: 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm (doors open at 3:00 pm)
📍 Location: 4026 Old Richmond Road - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 593

💵 Cost: $100 per team of 4 | Individual tickets $25

Complete the following Google Form to REGISTER YOUR TEAM 👉 Registration Form

Get ready for an action-packed evening with:

Trivia hosted by Trivia Kevin and MC’d by Kindell & Josh Tolmie, owners of Wild Birds Unlimited
Epic prizes, surprise giveaways, and swag bags filled with bird-nerd goodies
Pizza, cash bar, and of course bragging rights for Ottawa’s #1 Bird Nerds
No bird expert knowledge needed — Trivia Kevin’s questions cover everything from sports and history to fun oddities, so everyone can flock together and join in.
🐦 If you have products or services to donate to the event and help raise funds for the Ottawa Valley Wild Bird Care Centre, please email us at [email protected]

Every contribution makes a difference!

✨ Don’t miss the fun, this event sells out every year! Grab your team and secure your spot today!