Toronto, Ontario: Toronto Zoo is a leader in polar bear conservation and is a champion for Canada's threatened majestic species and is hosting its annual
Polar Bear Festival on Saturday, February 28 and Sunday,
March 1, 2015. This is in
celebration of International Polar Bear Day, February 27th.
Toronto
Zoo is involved in collaborative research projects with multiple
accredited zoos and organizations to help better understand polar bear
reproductive biology, nutrition and behaviour studies to provide
valuable information to support polar bear education, research and
conservation efforts both at the Zoo and in the wild. Some of these
organizations include Polar Bears International (PBI), Parks Canada, the
North American Polar Bear Species Survival Plan (SSP), and Acres for
the Atmosphere.
Over the two days, polar bears will be taking over the
Panda Interpretive Centre from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm and visitors will be
able to take part in 'cool' fun and educational activities that help to
educate, raise awareness, and support this threatened Canadian species.
Polar
Bear Fest will include ‘Meet the Polar Bear Keeper’ talks with ice
treats, polar bear themed children’s activities and crafts (indoors!), a
special presentation on Saturday, February 28, by Brandon Laforest, who
researches polar bears in the wild, silent auction with a chance to win
a Keeper-for-a-Day experience or Behind-the-Scenes Tour, and much more!
Event is free with Zoo admission.
And
that's not all! The Zoo is hosting the 2nd Annual Move Your Paws For
The Polar Bear Cause 1K & 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, February 28th.
Join the cause and move YOUR paws to help one of the world's most
vulnerable species! Open to all runners, walkers and fitness folk of all
ages and abilities. Bundle up and bring the whole family for a day of
outdoor fun, fitness and fundraising. All proceeds raised from the event
go towards Polar Bear Conservation! Support the Toronto Zoo and polar
bears and invite your friends, family and colleagues to pledge a
participant.
Polar
bears are a threatened species and the Toronto Zoo’s breeding program
works closely with other Zoological associations and conservation
institutions. It is estimated that there are, approximately, 20,000 to
25,000 polar bears in the wild and around 60% of those living in Canada.
“The
knowledge gained from our efforts with polar bears in our care provides
the necessary foundation for understanding polar bears and their plight
in the wild and gives field researchers the tools to assist them in
creating conservation plans to help save this iconic species in the
wild,” says Maria Franke, Curator of Mammals, Toronto Zoo. “By coming
out to the Zoo and participating in events including Polar Bear Fest and
Move Your Cause For the Polar Bear Cause 1K & 5K Walk/Run you are
doing your part to support polar bear conservation."
CLICK HERE to learn more about polar bears.
CLICK HERE to register for 2nd Annual Move Your Paws For The Polar Bear Cause 1K & 5K Walk/Run. Event beverages supplied by Coca-Cola and event snacks supplied by Taste of Nature.
CLICK HERE to learn more about Polar Bear Fest.
CLICK HERE to learn more about Polar Bears International.
The
Toronto Zoo is Canada's premier zoo and a leader in animal preservation
and environmental protection. More than a tourist attraction, the
Toronto Zoo boasts a number of leading programs for helping wildlife and
their natural habitats – from species reintroduction to reproductive
research. A world-class educational centre for people of all ages, the
Toronto Zoo is open every day except December 25 and attracts
approximately 1.3 million visitors each year.
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If you would like to come out to the Zoo to feature International Polar Bear Day on Friday, February 27th please contact
Cynthia Shipley, Manager of Public Relations and Events at (416) 392-5938 or cshipley@torontozoo.ca.
The Plastic Bag Polar Bear
Made from hundreds of recycled plastic bags, this polar bear serves as a
reminder that our actions are impacting the environment. Plastics,
including shopping bags, take more than 1,000 years to degrade and are
filling the oceans where polar bears live.
You can help protect polar bears and other wildlife found in oceans and lakes by:
Together, we can make a difference!
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Daily from Saturday, February 14 to Sunday March 22, 2015
Malayan Woods Pavilion
It may still be winter but the Toronto Zoo is celebrating spring! Our Horticulture Team has added some spring magic in our Malayan Woods pavilion with our 2015 Orchid Festival. With over 90 Asian, and American orchids, plus the clouded leopard, red-tailed green ratsnake and exotic birds, the Malayan Woods Pavilion is the perfect place to escape. Every day as of Saturday, February 14th through to Sunday, March 22, 2015 you can view the Zoo’s beautiful orchids. Free with Zoo admission. Don't forget your camera!
It may still be winter but the Toronto Zoo is celebrating spring! Our Horticulture Team has added some spring magic in our Malayan Woods pavilion with our 2015 Orchid Festival. With over 90 Asian, and American orchids, plus the clouded leopard, red-tailed green ratsnake and exotic birds, the Malayan Woods Pavilion is the perfect place to escape. Every day as of Saturday, February 14th through to Sunday, March 22, 2015 you can view the Zoo’s beautiful orchids. Free with Zoo admission. Don't forget your camera!
March Break at the Zoo!
March 14 to 22, 2015 from 10:00am to 2:00pm, daily
Join us this March Break for animal adventures all week long! Escape the winter cold in our six indoor tropical pavilions featuring animals from around the world. Plus, learn more about how we use enrichment to engage our animals each day at the Zoo at our Enrichment Extravaganza. Visitors will enjoy animal enrichment demonstrations, special Keeper Talks, animal encounters and more!
March 14 to 22, 2015 from 10:00am to 2:00pm, daily
Join us this March Break for animal adventures all week long! Escape the winter cold in our six indoor tropical pavilions featuring animals from around the world. Plus, learn more about how we use enrichment to engage our animals each day at the Zoo at our Enrichment Extravaganza. Visitors will enjoy animal enrichment demonstrations, special Keeper Talks, animal encounters and more!
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*Subject to change without notice
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ZOO HOURS:
Current Zoo Hours: 9:30am to 4:30pm
March Break Zoo Hours: 9:30am to 6:00pm
Last admission's one hour before closing.
The Toronto Zoo is open year round
(except Dec. 25th).
CURRENT ADMISSION FEES:
Events and admission prices subject to change without notice.
For general information visit torontozoo.com .
General Admission (13-64): $23
Seniors (65+): $18
Children (3-12): $14
Children (2 and under): FREE
Seniors (65+): $18
Children (3-12): $14
Children (2 and under): FREE
Members: FREE
Prices include tax as applicable
Parking is $10 year round
Parking is $10 year round
Events and admission prices subject to change without notice.
For general information visit torontozoo.com .
Toronto Zoo is accredited by CAZA
(Canada's Accredited Zoos and Aquariums). Look for this logo whenever
you visit a Canadian zoo as your assurance that you are supporting a
facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great
experience for you, and a better future for all living things. For more
information, visit
caza.ca
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