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Make a real difference

As a self-supporting, non-profit association, we are dependent on the revenue generated from our facility and the generosity of our donors.

Ways to donate

There are many ways to get involved

Donate online, become a monthly donor, give a legacy gift, become a corporate partner - there are so many ways to help keep aquatic life flourishing.

Make a gift

Make a big impact now with a donation to support ocean conservation. Every dollar goes directly to the conservation of aquatic life.

Monthly giving

With even a small commitment each month, you can help us conserve aquatic life.

Adopt an animal

Symbolically adopt an animal for a unique gift and help us care for animals at the Vancouver Aquarium.

Give a Virtual Gift

Send a unique and sustainable gift today. Wide selection of items include “Urchin for an Otter”, “Collect Whale Snot” and more.

Legacy gifts

Supporting the Aquarium with a planned gift is a great way to ensure future generations will benefit from important aquatic education, conservation and research programs.

Become a corporate partner

Support the Aquarium through your company. Engage your employees, give back to protect our oceans and receive special levels of recognition.

Attend a fundraising gala event

Experience an event like no other while supporting the Aquarium. Wander through the galleries at night with food and drink in hand, as you marvel at the aquatic life.

Gift of securities

A gift of publicly-traded securities, such as stocks, bonds or mutual fund units, is an efficient way to make a gift to the Vancouver Aquarium and have an immediate impact on our conservation, research, education and animal care programs.

Community Support Request

We also give back, the Aquarium donates to a wide variety of community groups, local charities and not-for-profits, particularly those with a focus on children/youth, education, people with disabilities and the environment.

Recognition

Thank You

Ongoing contributions made by our valued partners and donors are essential to our success and our efforts to conserve aquatic life. To the countless supporters who contribute to our conservation, research and education efforts, our team expresses immense gratitude.

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Stay Connected to our Blog

Aquablog

Sobeys est un nouveau partenaire à l’échelle nationale!

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Be Inspired by our Stories

Ocean Lovers

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Plastics

Hōkūleʻa: A Global Voyage

Contact us by phone: 604.659.3473 or email: donation@ocean.org
Mailing address: PO Box 3232, Vancouver BC V6B 3X8

Learn more about Ocean Wise and all we do by reading our annual report.

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The Vancouver Aquarium is temporarily closed to the public as a preventative measure to help stop the spread of COVID-19 through our community. We have educational programming available online, and our gift shop remains open for online sales. ​​​​Read more.