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EDUCATION > Plan Your School Visit > Submit Your Tour Request < BACK Step 2: Submit Your Tour Request To submit your request for a school tour, fill in your information below. Type of Tour Requested Name of Trip Organizer Method of Payment Upon Arrival What is your specific learning objective for the visit? (Required) Please notify us of any special needs your students have and how you will support them while onsite. Do you have any additional questions or information to share with us? REQUIRED: Read and check the following statements to acknowledge roles and responsibilities. I UNDERSTAND that my tour is not confirmed but has been submitted as a request. NIWRA administration will contact me with confirmation that my tour is scheduled and any required volunteer tour guides have been requested. I UNDERSTAND that Teachers and Parents are responsible for the supervision of students before, during and after the tour. Select your tour type Please select one person to organize a visit for multiple classes. Name of School and Location Trip Organizer's Phone Number Total Number of Students Requested Tour Date Refer to Availability Calendar to make selection. Avoid dates with red strips. Second Choice for Tour Date Your second choice will be used if for any reason we are not able to accommodate your first choice. Arrival Time Departure Time Select your payment type Trip Organizer's Email Grade(s) of Visiting Students Total Number of Adults Availability Calendar (ONLY confirmed bookings are displayed here) NOTE: Dates with red rectangles are NOT available for school visit bookings. I UNDERSTAND that it is my responsibility to call NIWRA if we are going to arrive more than 10 minutes late. I have read and agree to the terms above. I have downloaded the Field Trip Planner. (Download the Trip Planner ) Your form cannot be submitted. Confirm you have filled in all required information above then try again. Submit Your Tour Request

VISIT > Book a Group Tour Book a Group Tour Type of Tour Requested Select your tour type Trip Organizer's Email Name of Group Select a date * required Arrival Time Departure Time Name of Organizer Trip Organizer's Phone Number Location of Group Alternate Date * required Total # of adults Total # of children Submit

Do you have retail management experience and enjoy working with people? Join our team. Apply today. Gift Shop Manager Join Our Team! Gift Shop Manager The Organization: The North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre is a world-class wildlife rehabilitation and education facility located in Errington, BC, on Vancouver Island. Founded in 1984 and overseen by a Board of Directors, Operations Manager and Executive Director, the North Island Wildlife Recovery Association (NIWRA) has continued to grow due to the dedication of staff, amazing volunteers and incredible community support. NIWRA is a not-for-profit registered charity that advocates for the well-being of Vancouver Island wildlife, and strives to educate the public about wildlife and related issues. The Position: The Gift Shop Manager will work under the direction of the Executive Director and Gift Shop Committee Board Member. The Gift Shop Manager must be professional in appearance and in all aspects of his/her work to emulate the high standards NIWRA sets. The Gift Shop is the first point of contact for the public visiting the centre. The Gift Shop Manager is directly responsible for the overall management and operation of the gift shop, including sales, profitability, purchasing, customer service, visual strategies, marketing, operations and inventory management. She/He provides leadership and guidance to gift shop volunteers that create an environment focused on NIWRA’s mission, customer satisfaction, maximum productivity, and profitability. Responsibilities are performed with considerable independence and reviewed periodically. Responsibilities: Prepare short and long-term goals and objectives and review them with the Executive Director and Gift Shop Committee Board Member Prepare monthly and quarterly reports to the Board of Directors Gift shop sales/ cashier duties Marketing Ensure gift shop POS system data is correct and up-to-date Data entry Work in collaboration with the bookkeeper to ensure all financial requirements are fulfilled Ensure purchases/expenditures comply with the annual budget Train and supervise gift shop volunteers Schedule gift shop volunteers to ensure appropriate coverage and cover vacant shifts as needed Be a constant sales floor presence to ensure excellent customer experience and maximum sales Open/Close the Centre Act as NIWRA host (greet and direct visitors) Organize/manage physical inventory checks Ensure the cleanliness of the gift shop and surrounding areas Merchandise displays Other duties as assigned Qualifications: This rewarding position requires a mature person who works well within a team and independently and can readily adapt to changing circumstances. It is physically demanding and requires attention to detail. College degree in business or related field an asset 3+ years experience in retail operation and shop management Proven track record in achieving sales results Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Superior customer service skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment Experience with retail merchandising and display management Proven success in working with people, preferably with volunteers Working knowledge of social media (Facebook) marketing Good stamina and health Capable of standing, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, moving supplies, setting up tables/chairs/displays, etc. Preferred Skills and Abilities: Proficient with Point of Sale (POS) systems and inventory management Excellent people/customer service skills Superior communication capabilities High-level problem solving skills Comfortable with public contact Pleasant telephone manners and ability to provide specific information Ability to multi-task and prioritize; well-organized, effective time management skills Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel Knowledge of inventory, security, staging, up-selling, promotion, advertising Excellent teamwork skills and good work ethic Compensation & Work Schedule: $40,000 to $50,000 per year commensurate with experience and education Benefits: Extended health benefits following a successful probation period Full-time position FORTY (40) hours per week, Tuesday to Saturday. May need to provide staffing back-up in an emergency or absence of volunteers. To apply: Please email a cover letter, your resume and two professional references via email to wildlife@niwra.org Attention: Joyce Lee . Please write "Gift Shop Manager" in the subject line. We appreciate all applications, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We reserve the right to close the vacancies early depending on the number of applications received, so you are encouraged to submit your details as soon as possible if you are interested.

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The North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre would not be possible without the generous support of donors, volunteers, and a small staff of animal care workers and office personnel. Give & Volunteer Make a Gift to Wildlife Today Your donation helps us care for ill, injured and orphaned wildlife. Send an e-Transfer Make a General Donation Donate Securities Donate Online CanadaHelps allows small charities like us to accept secure donations online. Donate instantly. Send an e-Transfer to: wildlife@niwra.org Download Form (PDF) Please download, print and complete our donation form. Then mail it, along with your payment, to us at the North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre. Tax receipts will be provided for donations of $10 or more. Donate by Mail Leave Your Wildlife Legacy A charitable bequest is a form of planned giving: a deferred or future gift described in a donor’s will. Such gifts allow us to initiate projects otherwise beyond our reach while providing you with immediate and long-term tax advantages. Learn More View Our Amazon Wishlist View Our Wishlist We gratefully accept non-cash donations as well as Amazon purchases of our Wishlist items. Please contact NIWRA administration prior to donating if you would like a tax receipt to see if your donation qualifies. Our Wishlist Donors wishing to see a copy of our financial statements are asked to contact our office. Volunteer at the Centre At North Island Wildlife Recovery Centre, we couldn’t operate without our amazing volunteers. We’d love to welcome you to the team! Contact us if your passions include: working at a gift shop education (being a tour guide, 'Ask Me' Ambassador) wildlife gardens grounds and yard maintenance animal care Learn More Green Teen Youth Docent Program Our Green Teens are passionate about wildlife and want to inspire others to learn about wild animals and their environments. Are you between 12 & 18? Are you looking for a great summer experience? Do you want to meet people from all over the world? Learn More Become a Student Intern (Spring & Summer) Interns receive hands-on training and experience at a wild animal rehabilitation and education centre and provide support to staff. We are on the lookout for individuals interested in an internship involving animal rehabilitation and care Learn More Adopt an Animal Your 'symbolic' adoption of an animal that is unable to return to the wild provides: food medical care & annual check-ups “toys” to enrich and stimulate natural behaviours Give the gift of a symbolic adoption to the animal lover in your life: birthday or Christmas gifts any special occasion View Adoption Animals in Shop NOTE: No government funding is available, so your support is critical. Purchase "Bear Shares" Bear Shares are important to us because: ~$40 per day is needed to meet the needs of one bear that arrives at the centre bears usually spend several months with us until they can be released we’ve had as many as 22 bears in one season! donations are our sole source of funding to care for the bears Purchase Bear Shares in Shop Live Nearby? Purchase an Annual Pass Adult | $45 Purchase in Shop Child | $18 Purchase in Shop Mail Order Download Form

NIWRA Market Annual Passes Adult Annual Pass | $45 Child Annual Pass | $18 Adoption Animals Quick View Blizzard (White Raven) Quick View Oliver (Barred Owl) Quick View Dougal (Raven) Quick View Casey (Bald Eagle) Quick View Rae (Black Bear) > See all Adoption Animals Bear Den Gifts bear-den-gifts NEW! NIWRA Gift Card Bear Shares | $50 each Wellness to Wilderness DVD | $5

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