The rate of animal extinction has reached alarming levels, with species disappearing at an unprecedented pace due to habitat destruction, climate change, pollution, illegal wildlife trafficking, and overexploitation.
Currently, one in every eight species is at risk of vanishing forever, threatening the delicate balance of ecosystems that sustain life on Earth. Humans and animals alike are facing dramatic fires, disease, threatened food chains, and more.
It is a reality that we can no longer ignore.
Yet in the face of this grim reality, there is hope. We are standing at a pivotal moment, where collective action can make a difference.
We have a bold vision for what the Toronto Zoo can be and what we must do – to scale our impact for generations to come. This involves investments in infrastructure, experiential learning, animal well-being, and our centre of excellence in conservation science.
Together with those who share our vision of a world where people, wildlife and wild spaces thrive, we are Guardians of Wild.
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Orchid Oasis: A Tropical Day Trip Through the Worlds’ Flowers
If you’ve ever stopped to smell a particularly lovely flower, or kept an orchid on your kitchen windowsill to admire its bloom through the cold winter, you’re not alone. Plants have a way of capturing our attention in the most fantastical ways – with colours, textures, and scents that instinctively grab our attention and give us pause.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Women and Girls in Conservation Science
Conservation science is central to the work of the Toronto Zoo, driving meaningful progress for wildlife locally and around the world. Through research, collaboration, and education, the Zoo is addressing biodiversity loss while helping to protect species for generations to come. Supporting the next generation of scientists A core part of this work is supporting…
Your Impact in 2025: How You Helped Protect Wildlife and Advance Conservation
Thanks to supporters like you, 2025 was a landmark year for wildlife conservation at the Toronto Zoo. From releasing nearly 800 Blanding’s turtles back into the wild to advancing world-class veterinary care and completing long-running species recovery programs, your generosity made a real difference. Discover the milestones your support helped achieve.