Peter Pan arrived March 30th, 2023
March 31, 2023
A Rescue in the nick of time!
February 24, 2023
Coco(nut) the Albion Porcupine
February 24, 2023
Facebook Auction ends February 28th
February 24, 2023
Kimberley Watkins and Lin Olson have arranged this auction as a fundraiser for NLWS. We are so grateful for their efforts! Check it out, find your treasure and help wildlife in need! Ends February 28th
Happy New Year 2022!
January 01, 2022
THANK YOU to all of you that support wildlife in need! You are amazing and we are so grateful that you are part of our team! From all of us at NLWS we wish you all the very best for 2022!
And they keep coming!
December 09, 2021
A Tree of Hope (Dawson's Lights)
December 06, 2021
Queen Sigrid (CLICK for VIDEO)
December 01, 2021
Loki & Brann 2021 Cubs
May 03, 2021
Loki and Brann are 3 month old black bears born in January 2021. Their den was damaged by road work and the mother bear took off with a third cub. Well meaning workers removed the 2 cubs, assuming that the mother would not return. The cubs will remain at NLWS until next year (2022) and then be released back to the wild.
Elusive bear cub caught attempting Canada-U.S. border crossing in northern B.C.
November 06, 2020
Officers at the Canada-U.S. border between Stewart, B.C., and Hyder, Alaska had cause to paws recently, when an unusual visitor was caught attempting to cross.
According to a social media post from the Canada Border Services Agency, a small female black bear cub "sought entry for essential reasons, but had no travel documents."
Those "reasons" are believed to be natural food and berries, according to Angelika Langen with the Northern Lights Wildlife Shelter, which has been tracking the bear for more than a month.
For the full article, click here
Gorgeous Bear Cub With White Paws!
October 21, 2020
On August 19th, we received a very unusual guest. We got a call from the Nisga'a Lisims Enforcement Officer that they were in possession of a cub that was orphaned after his mother and sibling were shot illegally. With the permission of the BC Conservation Officers we went to meet the Nisga'a Officers. We had been told that this cub had unusual markings, but we where unprepared for how unusual.
We have since reached out and searched the internet, but have yet to find similar markings (white feet). It is assumed that this cub carries Kermode Genes that manifested in an unusual way. The Nisga'a officers named him Winnie (The name is of Welsh origin, meaning fair one; white and smooth; soft; happiness; or fair and pure). After initially being a bit depressed the cub has settled in well and is friends with Koda.
On Our Way Back...
October 13, 2020
On our way back from a release we received a call about a young bear cub in in Ft St James. After all permissions were in place, we met with the couple that had the cub along the way. It was obvious that the cub had experienced some trauma. One side of her head was swollen and movement and vision was obviously impaired. We assume that she was struck by a vehicle. Nerve damage is tricky to heal and mostly takes time, often up to 6 month.
As a care giver this is really difficult as you form a bond with the knowledge that the outcome might not be positive. In "Roz's" case she was walking in circles for several weeks before slowly improving over time.
After keeping Koda company for a while, a few weeks ago Roz was well enough to join our big group. She still has some signs of vision problems, but we now feel comfortable with the improvements and hibernation will likely do the rest (as we have seen with previous bears).
Introducing Koda!
October 06, 2020
On July 7th we received a small bear cub in dire need of help. Found near Panorama BC this little cub was fighting for his life. Stabilized by Veterinarian Dr. Mark Zehnder and transported by caring volunteers we were shocked at his terrible condition.
"Koda" was unable to stand up, he moved with his head resting on his bend front paws and pushed himself along with his hind feet. He was painfully skinny and his fur was matted and dirty. But what struck us most was his attitude! He wanted to do things and go places. There was no giving up in his mind and with that the whole team stood behind him. Feed had to be introduced with great care as is system needed to adjust to a healthy diet. His motor skills were uncoordinated and safe surroundings were of great importance as he thought he could do it, even when he clearly couldn't.
Over the past months we watched in awe as he regained his body strength driven by a strong spirit. He never faltered.
In our mind he is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! He is starting to gain weight and fill out and we look forward to seeing him get ready for hibernation.
To help with Koda's care and those of his friends go to
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/m/10649/donation
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Meet The 'Rock'
September 17, 2020
Meet "The Rock"! Confiscated by the RCMP and CO's this cub was kept in a private home after his mom got allegedly killed in a vehicle accident. Do to his (at point of arrival) unusual size, NLWS Founder Peter Langen duped him "The Rock".
Initially Rock was fairly aggressive and unsocial, but he quickly adapted and soon made friends. Nowadays he is easy going and inquisitive, often the leader of the pack.
Meet The Triplets!
September 09, 2020
Saving the Tappen Triplets was a lengthy affair and required a huge amount of dedication from NLWS Volunteer Lydia Koot and the Tappen residents. The first cub, a female named Sumac, was captured on May 2nd, Her brother Dylan on May 8th and the third brother on May 17th. The rescue team never gave up and our amazing transport volunteers ensured swift travel.
It always makes our hearts sing how many people are involved in rescuing wildlife in need. All these efforts are backed up by more volunteers and of course our Donors that allow NLWS to exist.
Meet Isla The Deer... eating dogwood leaves!
August 12, 2020
Tips For Healthy Bears!
August 07, 2020
Just like with the deer natural feeds are very important for our bear cubs. Not only should they be used to natural sources, but the actions of bending branches and stripping of berries hones muscles, helps with balance and keeps the cubs busy. The physical and mental stimulation is invaluable
Meet Heidi & Clara
August 06, 2020
On April 24th & 27th these sisters arrived at NLWS in desperate need of help. Their brother unfortunately did not survive. Named Heidi and Clara they both had suffered greatly from malnutrition and dehydration. Especially Clara was for a long time in critical condition.
Today both sisters are rambunctious and full of energy, playing enthusiastically with the other cubs.
Meet Alex the Bear: Update!!
August 04, 2020
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