Press Release - March 30,2025

“Staying Wild” set to return to Citytv and debut in the United States on NatGeo Wild”

Following two action-packed, and acclaimed seasons, Staying Wild returns for a third season on Citytv, premiering April 7th, 2025. The six-part docu-series follows the daily drama at the Living Sky Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre (LSWR) as staff members rehabilitate an assortment of wild animals. LSWR is one of the busiest rescue centres in Western Canada, treating more than 2,000 animals each season. The series takes place in the city of Saskatoon, highlighting the delicate relationship between wild animals and an urban setting. Each episode follows Jan Shadick and her team as they encounter animals and birds brought into the centre requiring varying degrees of medical attention.

Among the animals highlighted this season are a muskrat, raccoons, skunks, a beaver, a weasel and an angry ferruginous hawk. But as was the case in the first two seasons, the animals featured are just half the story, as the emotional stakes for the humans who look after them reach a whole new level in season three.

The season kicks off with an emotional and physical journey as the team attempts to return the two otters we met in season two, Eddie and Oscar, to the wild where they belong, in Northern Saskatchewan. As the season continues, the issue of compassion fatigue is highlighted, as several exhausted key team members take a step back this year, forcing Jan to rely on newcomers in a way she has never had to before. She and her team members are pushed to the brink by the annual influx of animals and the life and death decisions they are forced to make on a daily basis. Producer Jackie Kripki stated: "Once again, our hearts are stolen by the critters that Living Sky rescues, but also by the humans who work desperately to save them. It's an exciting season and an emotional one, for sure."

The team behind Staying Wild is also thrilled to announce the show will be going international this year, as through a partnership with Blue Ant Media, it will premiere in the United States on the Nat Geo Wild channel. The show will be rebranded as Wildlife Rehab for American audiences. The program will air weekly on Citytv Saskatchewan, premiering on April the 7th at 10pm, with a repeat broadcast on Saturday, April 12th at 4pm. The series will also be available on citytv.com on demand in Saskatchewan.

Staying Wild is a collaboration between three Saskatchewan production companies - Little Ox Film Company, Overtime Studios, and 3 Story Pictures. It was commissioned by Citytv and produced with additional financial support from Canada Media Fund, SaskTel Max Equity Fund, and Creative Saskatchewan’s production grant.

The production team and cast members are available for interviews.

Living Sky Rehabilitation Centre is a non-profit registered charity in Saskatoon. Its mission is to provide a safe place for injured and orphaned wild animals to grow and mend until they can return to their natural habitat while encouraging public tolerance and understanding of wildlife.

Little Ox Film Company is is a Treaty 6 Saskatoon-based film and video production company committed to a culture of respect for cast and crew. With decades of experience in documentary and broadcast television, the Little Ox team loves to tell stories from across Saskatchewan and overseas, and lends writing, editing, and award-winning Cinematography to co-productions at home and much farther afield.

Overtime Studios is an award-winning Saskatchewan media company specializing in documentaries and docu-series in various genres including history, nature, wildlife, and the environment. Overtime’s team has a well-established record in broadcast television producing content for various networks including CTV, Global TV, and Citytv.

3 Story Pictures is an original content production company with a presence in Saskatchewan, Alberta and BC, Canada. Founded by Ell McEachern, Saxon de Cocq, and Hannah Hermanson, their focus is on bringing to life stories that are meaningful and that they have a personal connection to, whether it’s a female-driven drama, exploration of Métis heritage, environmental stewardship, or a pop culture phenomenon enjoyed close to home.

For More Information on Staying Wild Contact:

Simon Hiatt, Production Manager – Staying Wild Season 3, 306-717-0064, sahiatt@hotmail.com

Press Coverage to Date

“TV show filmed at Saskatoon wildlife centre makes debut on National Geographic Wild,” April 6, 2025, 650 CKOM

“Saturday, March 29: Nat Geo Wild’s ‘Wildlife Rehab’ Follows Efforts to Save Sick and Injured Animals,” March 29, 2025, Channel Guide Magazine

“Nat Geo's newest animal docuseries Wildlife Rehab premieres tonight,” March 29, 2025, Yahoo Entertainment

“Nat Geo's newest animal docuseries Wildlife Rehab premieres tonight,” March 29, 2025, inkl

“Season 3 of Staying Wild More Heartfelt Stories,” March 26, 2025, Southwest TV News

“Living Sky Wildlife Rehabilitation,” March 11, 2025, Prince Albert Herald

“Creative Saskatchewan touts latest lineup of 13 productions,” September 10, 2024, SaskToday.com

“Saskatoon wildlife rehab centre working on reality show,” August 22, 2022, 980 CHME

“Production starts on Citytv animal rescue docuseries Staying Wild,” August 11, 2022, Playback Magazine