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– – N/A Positions are dependent on a successful funding application under the Canada Summer Jobs program. ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE BETWEEN 15 AND 30 YEARS OF AGE AT THE START OF EMPLOYMENT. POSITIONS ARE NO LONGER RESTRICTED TO STUDENTS. APPLICANTS MUST BE A CANADIAN CITIZEN, PERMANENT RESIDENT, OR HAVE OFFICIAL REFUGEE PROTECTION STATUS, AND BE LEGALLY ENTITLED TO WORK IN CANADA. Qualifications: Ability to work with minimal supervision. Dependable and punctual. Ability to follow through on instructions, learn new skills and take initiative. Good organizational and problem-solving skills. Works well with others. Interest in biology and wildlife/animal behaviour suggested. Training provided. Proof of Tetanus vaccination required. Volunteer experience with EWR an asset. Job Description for Animal Care Worker: Animal husbandry; tasks related to the care of a variety of wildlife housed in-centre i.e. cage cleaning, food preparation, feeding wildlife and clean-up, some animal handling, some medical treatments. Recordkeeping; record feedings and procedures. Some Building Maintenance; clean-up of caging areas and other work spaces. Job Description for Administrative Assistant/Animal Care: Assisting with administration of EWR activities including preparation of EWR documents, data entry, filing, and research of fund-raising opportunities. Includes direct contact with public submitting wildlife for care, and answering inquiries from the public. Some animal husbandry tasks as required; cage cleaning, food preparation, feeding wildlife and clean-up. Job Description for Building Maintenance/Animal Care: Simple repairs and construction projects to assist with EWR operations. Grounds maintenance. Janitorial duties. Some animal husbandry tasks as required; cage cleaning, food preparation, feeding wildlife and clean-up. Wage, Hours per Week, Duration and Start Dates: TBA Participants will be asked to complete a Service Canada survey prior to the end of the job term. Application Process: Submit resume to: Erie Wildlife Rescue 11168 Tecumseh Rd E Windsor, ON N8R 1A8 OR ewr@bellnet.ca (use PDF format) Deadline for applications: #1.....April 10, 2020 #2....June 12, 2020 Inquiries: Contact EWR by leaving a message at (519) 735-3919 or by email at ewr@bellnet.ca. Be sure to include your name and telephone number and/or email address. Those applicants not selected during the first round will automatically be considered for the second round. We appreciate all submissions, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. JOBS MADE POSSIBLE THROUGH FUNDING FROM THE CANADA SUMMER JOBS PROGRAM. – @ EWR Centre; 11168 Tecumseh Rd E, Windsor Erie Wildlife Rescue(EWR) volunteers are essential for raising, rehabilitating and releasing local wildlife in distress. Your involvement can save a wild life. Attend an Orientation to find out more. URGENT NEED FOR MATURE VOLUNTEERS, HOME CAREGIVERS AND NURSERY ATTENDANTS Qualifies for 40 hours of Community Involvement for Ontario Secondary School Diploma. If you plan to attend, please call 519-735-3919 and leave a message with your name and number. Ages 10-13 must be accompanied by an adult. INFO FOR HOME CAREGIVERS:
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10:00 am: Yard & Bake Sale CANCELLED
10:00 am: Yard & Bake Sale CANCELLED
March 29, 2020 4:00 pm: Caboto Charity Pasta Night CANCELLED
4:00 pm: Caboto Charity Pasta Night CANCELLED
April 1, 2020 Hosted by the Giovanni Caboto Club; 2175 Parent Ave, Windsor ON
Come support EWR! And 11 other deserving charities.
Adults $10
Senior $9
Take Out $11
Child 5-12 $7
Under 5 Free N/A: Summer Job Deadline
N/A: Summer Job Deadline
April 10, 2020 Summer Positions at ERIE WILDLIFE RESCUE
6:30 pm: Orientation for New Volunteers
6:30 pm: Orientation for New Volunteers
April 16, 2020
Young animals which require frequent feedings may be placed in a volunteer’s home for foster care. After spending some time learning the basics at the EWR Centre, you will receive instruction on the care of a particular species, and become a part of the Fostering team. A housing area separate from your family living space is needed i.e. separate room. Must attend Orientation. EWR membership is also required.