Volunteer With Parrots

Help us give rescued parrots a second chance.

Greyhaven Exotic Bird Sanctuary is looking for dedicated, compassionate volunteers to join our team and help care for the of parrots who depend on us at our South Delta, British Columbia location. Transportation is required due to our rural location.

Volunteering at Greyhaven is more than cleaning cages and feeding birds. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of parrots who have experienced neglect, abandonment, poor care, or other difficult circumstances.

Our volunteers help create a safe, enriching environment where parrots can heal, learn, and thrive.

What You’ll Do

Responsibilities may include:

• Cleaning cages, aviaries, and bird areas
• Preparing and providing food and fresh water
• Maintaining a clean and safe sanctuary environment
• Providing enrichment activities and preparing toys
• Helping parrots become comfortable with people
• Helping with sanctuary maintenance and special projects
• Supporting staff with day-to-day sanctuary operations

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for volunteers who are:

• Compassionate and patient
• Reliable and responsible
• Comfortable working around birds, including large parrots
• Willing to learn and follow Greyhaven's care and safety protocols
• Able to work independently once trained
• Comfortable with physical tasks such as lifting, bending, standing, and cleaning
• Respectful of the individual needs and boundaries of each bird
• Committed to providing high-quality care

Previous parrot experience is helpful, but not required. We provide training to successful volunteers. Minimum age to volunteer is 19.

A Commitment to Our Birds

Parrot care requires consistency. Our birds rely on volunteers who can make a regular commitment rather than volunteering only occasionally.

Volunteers are expected to:

• Attend an online orientation and required training
• Follow all sanctuary policies and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Communicate effectively with staff and other volunteers
• Attend scheduled shifts reliably
• Put the welfare of the birds first