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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Blogs
Guardians in Action: From Toronto Zoo to Sumatra
Expanding the Toronto Zoo’s conservation science efforts is critical to the Zoo’s commitment to know better and do better for wildlife-both here at the Zoo and around the world. As the charity partner of the Toronto Zoo, we help bring that commitment to life by supporting opportunities for the Toronto Zoo’s dedicated Wildlife Care team to contribute to on-the-ground conservation organizations.
Going the Extra Mile: Celebrating 13 Years of Turtle Conservation
To honour 13 years of conservation success, Oasis ZooRun participants will receive an exclusive race medal featuring Captain Sunshine, a beloved Blanding’s turtle and the inspiring face of the program.
Arctic Sea Ice Day: Combatting An Uncertain Future With Education
The Arctic is changing at a pace that is reshaping entire ecosystems. Arctic sea ice is rapidly declining, forming later in the year, becoming thinner, melting earlier and covering less surface area. These changes are disrupting how animals travel, hunt, feed and raise their young.


