
Le Nichoir’s mission is to conserve wild birds as part of our natural heritage for future generations.
Le Nichoir Wild Bird Conservation Centre was founded in 1996 as a non-profit organization.
The Centre is located in Hudson, Quebec.
Wild Bird Conservationists: What We Do
Healthy birds play an important role in maintaining the health of the environment. Le Nichoir’s team of staff and volunteers are dedicated to offering science-based programs devoted to wild bird conservation.
Read about our programs!
BIRD CARE PROGRAM
Le Nichoir is licensed by the Federal and Provincial governments to rehabilitate and care for wild birds in captivity with the goal of releasing them back into nature. All of our actions are based on scientific protocols and best practices, prioritizing each individual bird’s needs and welfare.
We specialize in the care of songbirds, aquatic birds and insectivorous birds, and admit more than 3,000 wild bird patients every year. We currently do not accept pigeons or birds of prey, and due to limited resources, we do not offer a pick-up service.
Have you found an injured bird? Visit our BIRD HELP section.
Wild Bird Helpline
Through the Wild Bird Helpline, our trained staff answers thousands of calls every year from people looking for advice and information on birds.
450-458-2809 ext. 1
Monday to Sunday
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
If you leave a message before 5 p.m., we will return your call the same day.
Education and Outreach
We share our knowledge and passion for birds so that people of all ages can be a part of the solution. Our staff and volunteers bring Le Nichoir’s educational programs, activities and seminars to local communities, and our kiosk is present at many local events.
To learn more, contact us!
Consultation Services
Le Nichoir’s biologists have over 37 years of combined experience. Our team offers consultation services on a variety of topics including cohabitation with birds. For more information contact info@lenichoir.org
Our Story
In 1996, four dedicated local women recognized the need for a songbird rehabilitation centre in Quebec, so they founded Le Nichoir. For the next 25 years, founders, volunteers, staff and the local community worked hard to grow the organization. Eventually, Le Nichoir outgrew its old barn facility. The new Wild Bird Conservation Centre was built in 2016.
Situated adjacent to the entrance of the Clarke Sydenham Nature Reserve, a property of the Nature Conservancy of Canada, Le Nichoir is the largest dedicated songbird rehabilitation centre in Canada.
Our Story
In 1996, four dedicated local women recognized the need for a songbird rehabilitation centre in Quebec, so they founded Le Nichoir. For the next 25 years, founders, volunteers, staff and the local community worked hard to grow the organization. Eventually, Le Nichoir outgrew its old barn facility. The new Wild Bird Conservation Centre was built in 2016.
Situated adjacent to the entrance of the Clarke Sydenham Nature Reserve, a property of the Nature Conservancy of Canada, Le Nichoir is the largest dedicated songbird rehabilitation centre in Canada.
1996
Le Nichoir incorporated
2006
Construction of the duckling aviary
2007
New logo designed
2011
Construction of the aquatic bird aviary
2013
Adaptations Education Program for children launched
Construction of the large songbird aviary
2015
La Plume Verte Store opens
Café Le Nichoir launched
2016
Wild Bird Conservation Centre built
2018
7,272 hours volunteered
Construction of specialized woodpecker aviary
2019
Digital x-ray machine acquired
2020
Launch of virtual education programs and seminars
2021
Le Nichoir’s 25th birthday!