CANADA’S ACCREDITED ZOOS AND AQUARIUMS

Connecting People to Nature

CAZA is active on many fronts: from inspecting and accrediting zoological facilities to identifying and implementing best practices in animal welfare and partnering with government and animal welfare agencies to relocate animals. But in the simplest terms, CAZA’s work consists of one thing: answering the question, “Why zoos matter”.

Zoos and Aquariums: Stronger Together

CAZA is committed to the advancement of accredited zoos and aquariums as humane agencies of animal welfare, conservation, science and education.

Why Zoos and Aquariums

CAZA

Acreditation

CAZZA

Policies y backgrounders

Acreditation

Policies y backgrounders

Board of directors

Code of ethics

Awards

CAZZA

Board of directors

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Awards

Science

Conservation

Education y engagement

Animal welfare

Plan a visit

Advogacy

ACCREDITED FACILITY

The CAZA logo displayed alongside a zoo or aquarium’s name signifies excellence in animal care and management and a commitment to conservation and education. For institutions that become accredited members of CAZA, that logo carries with it some very tangible benefits..

INDIVIDUAL y CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP

For an individual or corporation, joining CAZA means joining a growing community of professionals committed to animal welfare, conservation and to making a difference in their community and in the world. It means an opportunity to network and to share…

PLAN A VISIT

When planning a visit to a zoo or aquarium, be sure to look for the CAZA logo. The CAZA logo tells you that you and your family will be visiting an institution where animals receive the highest standard of care and that is committed to conservation and quality education. Our members believe that we all have a responsibility to species conservation and to a healthy environment, and that they have a responsibility to the animals in their care. For the more than 12 million people that visit CAZA-accredited zoos and aquariums each year, the result is a positive, safe and often unforgettable experience.

If you know which facility you’d like to visit, click on one of the logos below to find out about programs, hours of operation and admission fees. If you’re unsure, or want to research your visit by geographic location please click here

JOIN CAZA

If you care about the natural world and believe in the role that zoos and aquariums play in connecting people to nature
If you want to be part of a supportive network of dedicated individuals committed to animal welfare, conservation, and environmental engagement and education
If you want to contribute to the evolution and advancement of zoological parks as ethical stewards of biodiversity
If you believe that accredited zoos and aquariums deserve a strong national voice
If you support the idea that zoological parks should aspire to the highest standards of ethical and professional behavior
If you believe that zoos and aquariums should ensure the highest standards of safety for their visitors, their staff and the animals in their care.