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What's new at the Zoo... Weekly feature White Lions Return - A Rare Breed Indeed! We are very excited to welcome the return of white lions to our collection! This is a permanent addition to the African Savanna site and these adorable three cubs (which will be on exhibit in a variety of combinations), all under one year old, are unique to the Timbavati region of South Africa. These rare and beautiful cats have not been seen in the wild in over 15 years so don't miss your chance to see them at the Toronto Zoo! For details on the daily White Lion Keeper Talks or upcoming events at the Toronto Zoo you can visit torontozoo.com!
Upcoming Events Saturday, May 12 13th Annual International Migratory Bird Day This year's theme is "Connecting People to Bird Conservation" with the focus on ways that people can help preserve birds every day. Sunday, May 13 Mother's Day Bring Mom for a day at the Zoo and meet some of our WILD Moms including Puff (African penguin), Ngozi (Western lowland gorilla) and Lily (ring-tailed lemur) and their babies including our newest Zoo family members-two African penguin chicks! Wednesday, May 23 through Sunday, May 27 World Turtle Week Join the Adopt-A-Pond Wetland Conservation Programme in celebrating the diversity of culture and mythology associated with turtles! Thursday, June 21 Seafood for Thought^TM - A Sumptuous Sustainable Seafood Fundraiser *Tickets on sale now!* It's an engaging and elegant way to discover how your choices protect the health of soil, water, and ocean wildlife. CLICK HERE to view our fantastic lineup of culinary talent and to purchase tickets!		Media Information M.O.M. Missing Orangutan Mothers Awareness Orangutan mothers and babies have a very close relationship and have the longest childhood of all the great apes - up to 8 years. Mother's Day is a great opportunity to bring attention to the plight of these beautiful red apes and to encourage people to learn more about how you can to help protect them! Stop by the Zoo's Indo-Malaya Pavilion on Sunday, May 13th and learn all about the M.O.M. initiative or CLICK HERE* for more information!* TOYS TOYS TOYS at the Zoo! "Hot Toys of Summer" Media Preview The Canadian Toy Association (CTA) knows that summer is here and is ready to help parents think about ways to keep their children active and occupied for the summer. Toys and games are the answer - for outdoor and indoor play! More than 120 toys, activities and games (from 50 toy companies) will be available for the media to play with; get demonstrated by dozens of kids and/or toy company rep's; and photograph. When: Wednesday, May 16, 2011 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Where: Toronto Zoo, Africa Picnic Site (media to arrive to the Toronto Zoo's Main Entrance and check in at Guest Services) To RSVP, for interviews or further details, please contact: Carol McDonald, CTA Media Relations, 905-875-1795 mail@mcmarketing.ca Show Mom that she's GRREAT this Mother's Day! The perfect gift for that WILD Mom is our Adopt an Animal Mother's Day Special it's amazing! Make Mom a "parent" to our polar bear cub and enter her name into the draw for a chance to assist our Zoo Keepers with a snack feeding at the polar bears! Order your Mother's Day packages early. This special won't last! Cute Alert African Penguin Double the Feathers & Fluff = Double the Fun at the Zoo! Our African penguin family is growing! The Zoo's excited to announce that proud parents "Colby" and "Greenbird" have hatched two penguin chicks! The first chick hatched, March 29, 2012 and the second chick hatched on April 1, 2012 (that's no April Fool's Joke!).
Looking to add some adventure to your next Corporate Event? Why not bring your herd to the wildest venue in town-The Toronto Zoo. CLICK HERE for full details on our extensive Corporate Events Package or to book your event today! Find us on Facebook! ZOO HOURS Current Zoo hours - 9:30 am to 6:00 pm daily Last admissions one hour before closing. The Toronto Zoo is open year round (except Dec. 25th). ADMISSION FEES General Admission (13-64 incl): $25 Seniors (65+): $20 Children (4-12): $15 Children (3 and under): FREE Prices include tax as applicable Parking is $10 For more information, contact Amanda Chambers at (416) 392-5974 Events and admission prices subject to change without notice. For general information visit torontozoo.com Toronto Zoo is accredited by CAZA (Canadian Association of 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 www.caza.ca.