Calgary Zoo

Holiday gift-giving just got wilder! 💚 We’re thrilled to be partnering with Local Laundry to bring you the "Show Your Love" Tee and Sweatshirt, now available for pre-order! Local Laundry, a Calgary-based company known for its locally made and ethically sourced garments, shares our commitment to sustainability, making them the perfect partner for this collaboration. 🤝 This holiday season, treat yourself or a loved one to a tee or sweatshirt that makes a difference. Proceeds from every purchase support wildlife conservation, helping keep our world wild for future generations. 🌿 Pre-order today to make sure yours arrives in time for the holidays! 🎄 https://bit.ly/4h94tw0 #YourZooYYC

🎉 It's National Veterinary Technician Week, and we're ready to celebrate our incredible RVTs! 🥳 Here at the zoo, we are fortunate to have four dedicated Registered Veterinary Technologists (RVTs) on our team. These skilled professionals work tirelessly, both onsite with our animal residents and offsite with those in our conservation programs. In 2023 alone, they supported an impressive 2,961 procedures, conducted 655 radiographs, managed 265 anesthetic events, performed 123 ultrasounds, and still found time to support outreach moments and presentations—all in service of over 100 different species! Their contributions are vital to the field of zoo science. Through their research and compassionate care, they not only improve the lives of the animals in our care but also play a crucial role in sustaining wildlife and wild places, locally and globally. 🩺 To our RVTs, we are so grateful for your passion, hard work, and expertise. Your dedication truly makes a difference! 💚 #YourZooYYC #NationalVeterinaryTechnicianWeek

Have you registered for the Conservations Champions Festival yet? 👀 The Conservation Champions Festival is an extraordinary conservation journey for teachers and their students from kindergarten to Grade 12. This program runs from September to May and encourages students to embark on inquiry-based learning journeys and take action for conservation. They’ll culminate their efforts by showcasing their conservation action projects at our annual May festival—an event you won’t want to miss! Register now with the link: https://bit.ly/48S0ej0 #YourZooYYC

Did you miss out on Wild After Hours: Tigers (18+)? There’s one event left! 😻 Join us on Saturday, October 12th for a tiger-ific time learning about our beautiful Amur tigers. You’ll dine on a delicious four-course meal crafted by our award-winning catering team and learn all about this beautiful species from the team members who care for them every day. 🐯 Thanks to our friends at Sysco for helping to make these grr-eat dinners possible! 🍽️ Don’t wait! Get your paws on tickets now with the link: https://bit.ly/3SMJu7N #YourZooYYC #YYCEvents #Sponsorship #SponsorshipOpportunities

It’s #WorldTeachersDay! 🍎 Here at the zoo, education is vital to our conservation efforts, and we couldn’t do what we do without the incredible team of educators we work with. Whether they are making crafts with our campers or leading field trips through the zoo, we work with passionate individuals who are helping to inspire a love of wildlife and wild places in our visitors. To our Conservation Education team, thank you for the hard work, creativity, and knowledge that you bring to your roles each and every day! ❤️ #YourZooYYC

It’s one of our favourite days – it's International Zookeeper Day! 🎉 Today, we proudly celebrate our amazing Animal Care, Health & Welfare (ACHW) team! These dedicated professionals care for over 100 species, making a profound impact on wildlife and wild places every single day. From the zoo to our two offsite conservation centres, their unwavering commitment shines through in every aspect of animal care, husbandry, training and conservation work. Whether crafting individualized nutrition plans, creating stimulating enrichment activities, modifying habitats, or maintaining vital records, the expertise of our ACHW team sets a high standard in the field of zoo science. To our ACHW team, and zookeepers around the world, thank you for your incredible work in safeguarding some of our planet’s most remarkable animals. We appreciate you today and always! 💚 #YourZooYYC

🍁 Rooted in the beautiful landscapes of our country, we are proud to call Canada home. On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we stand in solidarity with Indigenous communities, acknowledging the importance of healing and shared understanding. 🤝 Our goal is to restore balance between wildlife and human life, together. Join us in celebrating the vibrant cultural heritage of these lands as we commit to a future grounded in respect for nature and one another. 🌿🐾 #YourZooYYC #NDTR #TruthAndReconciliation #OrangeShirtDay

Join us for a Teddy Bear Clinic on Saturday, October 5th!🧸 For a $5 donation* per stuffed animal, you can bring your little one and their favourite stuffed friend for a wellness check. 🏥 Members only: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m., Public: 10:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Our animal health experts, educators, and volunteers will help demystify visiting the doctor’s office while showcasing the importance of regular medical care for people and animals. 🩺 Tickets can be purchased online in advance or in person at the zoo. *Proceeds support the critical conservation work that we do. Day admission is not included. Learn more or donate now and reserve your spot with the link: https://bit.ly/3tz5B7M #YourZooYYC

School may have just started, but it's never too early to plan for PD Day camps! 👏 Registration for our October PD Day camps is now open. With a zoo PD Day camp, school may be out but learning and fun are still in session! 😁 Register now with the link: https://bit.ly/3IhOcon #YourZooYYC

🌟 We're paws-itively thrilled to share that we have once again received accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ (AZA) independent Accreditation Commission! 🎉 This prestigious distinction, held by only 252 facilities across the U.S. and 12 other countries, underscores our unwavering commitment to enhancing the lives of the animals in our care and inspiring our community to protect wildlife and wild places. Since 1978, we've proudly upheld this “gold standard” accreditation—a true testament to the hard work and passion of our incredible team. To maintain our accreditation, we undergo a thorough evaluation every five years, ensuring we remain at the forefront of animal welfare and conservation. As zoos and aquariums continually evolve, AZA’s rigorous standards are consistently raised. When you visit an AZA-accredited facility, like ours, you can feel confident knowing you’re at a place that prioritizes excellence across all its operations, including animal care and wellbeing, veterinary medicine, wildlife conservation, research, education, finance, and safety. Join us in celebrating this achievement as we continue to strive for a future where people and wildlife thrive together! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ZBNADY #YourZooYYC