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Rescue Stories
Find out how the Vancouver Aquarium's Marine Mammal Rescue Centre – the only one of its kind in Canada – helps marine mammals in distress.
Rescue stories
Sea otters
Get to know the Aquarium's resident rescued sea otters
Ocean rescue
See the Marine Mammal Rescue Centre team in action
Meet the team
Watch our passionate veterinary team save lives
Overview
VanAqua Moments – Rescue Stories
Stranded seal and sea otter pups, entangled sea lions, and other marine mammals in distress get a second chance thanks to our Marine Mammal Rescue Centre team and their rescue and rehabilitation efforts.
Scroll down to go behind the scenes. Meet the passionate people who make this critical work happen and the charismatic animals in their care. Every time you visit the Vancouver Aquarium, you support our mission to protect marine life through rescue, research, conservation and education.
Sea Otters
More than just a fuzzy face
Learn more about the six rescued sea otters that call Vancouver Aquarium home and meet the marine mammal trainers who develop a strong, trusting relationship with these creatures, providing exceptional animal care.
Ocean Rescue
Marine mammal rescue in action
Every year, the Marine Mammal Rescue Centre rescues, rehabilitates and releases more than 150 marine mammals to the ocean. This work is done by passionate staff and volunteers and changes the future for these rescued animals. Explore the inspiring stories behind the Marine Mammal Rescue Centre.
Meet the Team
Real life heros
Meet Vancouver Aquarium’s head vetrinarian Dr. Martin Haulena. He and his team team free sea lions entangled in marine debris and help struggling killer whales in the wild. It’s as cool as it sounds.