Marine Mammal Rescue Centre

• ‘Kind of like a human baby’: Rescued sea otter pups settle into Vancouver Aquarium

  The pups, dubbed Tofino and Luna, were rescued from islands near Tofino earlier this summer after being abandoned by their mothers.

  Education

  Aug 20, 2024
  
• Vancouver team caring for 2nd orphan sea otter pup found near Tofino

  There's been a ruckus at the Vancouver Aquarium's animal hospital these days as two orphaned sea otter pups call out from opposite ends of the room.

  Environment

  Jul 17, 2024
  
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• Rescued infant sea otter now getting round-the-clock care in Vancouver

  If she didn't squeak and squirm, she would look just like a child's stuffed toy, but the weeks-old sea otter was in serious condition when she was rescued on Tuesday.

  Environment

  Jun 19, 2024
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• Sea lions attract crowds at Vancouver’s Coal Harbour

  It’s unclear exactly what kind of food may have attracted the sea lions to Coal Harbour or how long they may stick around the area.

  Canada

  Jan 1, 2024
• Blind harbour seals find forever home at the Vancouver Aquarium

  Members of the public are encouraged to call the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada incident reporting hotline at 1-800-465-4336 for any other marine mammal incidences.

  Environment

  Feb 16, 2023
• ‘Hairy Pottery,’ 5 other rehabilitated seals released into wild: Vancouver Aquarium

  Other seals released into the Pacific Ocean on Friday had been named Turkish Washcloth, Sesame Snap, Black Tassel, Wakame and Bleached Brunette.

  Environment

  Dec 9, 2022
• Vancouver resident helps reunite baby seal with its mom as ‘pupping season’ is well underway

  Staff at the VAMMRC said they are already seeing increased instances of human interference, compared to other years, when it comes to marine mammals.

  Environment

  Jun 23, 2021
• New documentary series goes inside B.C.’s Marine Mammal Rescue Centre

  A new three-part documentary series is set to give Canadians a never-before seen look at the rescue centre's work, from the Pacific coast to the veterinary operating room table.

  Environment

  Apr 7, 2021
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• Marathon attempt to save Nanaimo sea lion caught on camera

  Unfortunately the effort, which included up to a dozen people carrying the large creature up over 100 stairs, wasn't able to save it.

  Environment

  Feb 26, 2021
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• Seal pups rescued by Vancouver’s Marine Mammal Rescue Centre released into the wild

  Four seals were released back into the B.C. wild today after completing their rehabilitation. 

  Environment

  Aug 5, 2020