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ABOUT THE CANADA’S DINOSAUR PARK SANCTUARY<\/h2>\n

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Canada\u2019s Only Registered Non-Profit Reptile Sanctuary.\u00a0Canada’s Dinosaur Park was established in 1998. In 2001, the sanctuary became a training facility for all Canadian Federal Wildlife Officers as well as several other government agencies. In 2009, the sanctuary became a not-for-profit organization and Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) registered charity*<\/a> in order to gain public support. The sanctuary focuses its efforts on the protection of the world\u2019s reptile species. Today Canada’s Dinosaur Park is the leader in its field – actively participating in internationally regulated conservation programs and is primarily devoted to education.<\/p>\n

We provide visitors with the opportunity to view over 200 reptiles in climate-controlled conditions. Each enclosure presents reptiles in their natural setting and features specific information about each species.<\/p>\n

These animals act as ambassadors for their species, allowing visitors to safely get close to reptiles that they would not likely see in the wild.\u00a0We work passionately to protect all reptile species and maintain a large number of animals that are not on display; so that our animals can be rotated on and off display in order to reduce stress.<\/p>\n

All of our reptiles are rescued animals from the pet trade and many others are endangered species that have been seized by Federal Wildlife Officers. These are animals that cannot be returned to the wild for various reasons. Some of our endangered animals are in regulated breeding programs to help save species from extinction (SSP).<\/p>\n

Special Note: We do not breed, buy or sell animals. We are a sanctuary for rescued reptiles, not a breeding facility.<\/p>\n

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We work passionately to protect all reptile species and maintain a large number of animals that are not on display; so that our animals can be rotated on and off display in order to reduce stress.<\/p>\n

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Canada’s Dinosaur Park has been contacted for assistance in removing reptiles from buildings and residences by the authorities. As of 2012, we no longer accept adoptions from the general public. We simply do not have the room to provide what we deem to be the proper amount of space to accommodate further adoptions. We have space reserved for and will always assist any authority on any level by request in emergency situations.<\/p>\n

Additionally, there are countless difficulties in integrating someone’s pet into captive breeding programs, and this does not benefit our mission statement to conserve reptile life globally.<\/p>\n

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Canada’s Dinosaur Park is frequently called upon when people find animals from raccoons to snakes on their property. We do not recommend the removal of indigenous species. However, we will assist them as needed to ensure the safety of humans and our local wildlife.<\/p>\n

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We will continue to provide excellent care for our current adoptions and we caution people to think twice before acquiring a reptile pet. We are not against people having pets; however, we strongly encourage them to properly research the care, maintenance, and life span of the species they wish to acquire.<\/p>\n

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Our friendly and knowledgeable caregivers are trained educators\u00a0and are always pleased to answer any visitor questions.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Canada’s Dinosaur Park has acted as a consultant for zoological facilities worldwide. Our operating protocols have been recognized and adapted by numerous zoo facilities and associations worldwide. Our safety techniques, husbandry, and protocol for reptile care continue to evolve.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, we are frequently called to consult in designing federal, provincial and municipal legislation across Canada with the objective of creating safe and humane by-laws for exotic animals.<\/p>\n

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Since 2001 Canada’s Dinosaur Park has been training and certifying Canadian Federal Wildlife Officers. We have also developed and tailored special courses for the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), municipal law enforcement officers (Police and Animal Control), Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), and Humane Societies personnel. Additionally, we have trained delegates from Chile and US Fish and Wildlife officers.<\/p>\n

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Reptile Handling And Husbandry Courses<\/h2>\n

Since 2001 Canada’s Dinosaur Park has been training and certifying Canadian Federal Wildlife Officers. We have also developed and tailored special courses for the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), municipal law enforcement officers (Police and Animal Control), Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) and Humane Societies personnel. Additionally, we have trained delegates from Chile and US Fish and Wildlife officers.<\/p>\n

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Support Your sanctuary<\/h2>\n

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Canada’s Dinosaur Park is also a sanctuary for abandoned reptiles.\u00a0 Come to the sanctuary and see over 200 turtles, snakes, lizards, alligators, and crocodiles.\u00a0Walk our Dinosaur Walking Trail!<\/p>\n

This summer come see our new Croc-Walk with dozens of alligators and crocodiles… kids and adults alike love them!<\/p>\n

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Canada’s Dinosaur Park sends anti-venom to help woman in Kitchener bitten by a venomous snake<\/h2>\n

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