Created by Polar Bears International (PBI), Arctic Sea Ice Day raises awareness about the rapidly changing Arctic ecosystem. Join us in the Tundra Trek for fun and educational activities, and learn more about how the loss of Arctic sea ice affects polar bears and other species around the globe.

Meet the Guardians Talks
Join us at the polar bear habitat for special talks at 11:00am and 1:00pm.

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July 15th is Arctic Sea Ice Day, and your Toronto Zoo is committed to protecting sea ice for species around the world. ❄️

Become a #SeaIceSaver by finding seven code words hidden throughout the Zoo at info stations between July 11 - 19. You can also find these code words in our social media posts by searching #TZSavesSeaIce. Collect all seven code words to be entered to win a behind-the-scenes tour with the polar bear family. 🐻‍❄

Also, join us in the polar bear Habitat to participate in activities and learn more about the impacts of Arctic sea ice on polar bears and other species around the globe.

Thanks to our partners at Polar Bears International, this day, celebrated each year on July 15, was created to raise awareness about the rapidly melting Arctic ecosystem. It aims to help others understand why it matters and how we can play a part in slowing this trend.

Did you know? Sea ice serves as the earth's air conditioner, helping to keep our planet cool. It's also the basis of many food webs and is used by countless communities for transportation and access to food. Melting arctic sea ice impacts all of us including every animal on this planet.

Your Toronto Zoo is committed to sharing with our guests how a decline in sea ice is detrimental to global species. By working together, we can protect the sea ice that all of us rely on.

Now is the time to act!

By adopting a polar bear through the Toronto Zoo Wildlife Conservancy’s Adopt an Animal program, you are joining us in the fight to save and protect species, like the polar bear, for future generations. Your one-time gift helps to generate valuable funds for the Zoo’s conservation efforts, and adopters will receive a personalized certificate to show your commitment to conservation.

ADOPT A POLAR BEAR

POLAR CONTEST

Enter the code words below between July 11 - 19 for your chance to win a
POLAR BEAR PRIZE PACK!

Prize includes • Behind-the-scenes experience at the Toronto Zoo’s polar bear habitat for up to four people • $100 Adopt An Animal polar bear package from the Toronto Zoo Wildlife Conservancy • Retail Polar Bear Prize Pack

No purchase required. Contest runs July 11 - July 19, 2024. Entrants must complete the contest by finding seven code words throughout the Toronto Zoo or by inputting seven code words provided at facebook.com/thetorontozoo during the contest period. Open to Canadian residents only, 18 years or older. One entry per email. The tour is valid for up to four people and must be redeemed by December 31, 2024. The winner will be randomly selected after July 22, 2024, and contacted via email.

Test your polar bear knowledge!

Take Our Quiz!

Dive into our fun and interactive quiz to see how much you know about these incredible Arctic animals. Challenge yourself and learn fascinating facts along the way. Are you ready to take the plunge?

Note: The following quiz is not part of the contest above.

Polar Bear Quiz

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