2016

September 7, 2016

Downtown Toronto aquarium launches class sponsorship program for 2016-2017 school year

Give the kids something to cheer about this September with Ripley Aquarium of Canada’s Sea Scholars program.
Teachers from across the GTA are being invited to submit applications for this popular program, which allows classes of up to 35 students to visit the Aquarium for free.

In order to qualify, teachers must submit an essay, art project or other presentation that demonstrates why their class should be selected to participate in the Sea Scholars program. Based on eligibility requirements including a minimum financial need, Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada will select up to 20 classes (minimum 10 students, maximum 35 students) to receive sponsorship.

Selected classes will enjoy complimentary admission to the Aquarium, a free behind the scenes tour and a $250 transportation bursary to be used towards bussing costs.

Deadline for submissions is September 30th, 2016 and all schools will be notified by email on or before October 15th, 2016.

Visit https://www.ripleyaquariums.com/canada/education/ripleys-sea-scholars/ for program details and submission requirements or call 647-351-3474.

Media contacts:

Lauren Chan
647-351-3474 x 2631
lchan@ripleys.com

August 9, 2016

New program allows guests to get up close and personal with some of nature’s most beautiful sea creatures

If you’ve ever wanted to swim with the sharks…now’s your chance. Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada’s new Discovery Dive program allows guests to get face to face with sharks, sea turtles, sawfish and more.

After a behind-the-scenes tour of the Aquarium’s life support systems, feeding and husbandry areas, certified divers are submerged into the water for a 30-minute guided tour of Dangerous Lagoon where they will have the opportunity to explore many different fish species along with magnificent tiger, sand and nurse sharks, moray eels, sawfish and sea turtles.

For less adventurous divers, Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada is also offering a new snorkeling experience in Ray Bay, which allows guests to swim among four species of stingrays and bonnethead sharks.

For more information, dive criteria and pricing, call 647-351-3474 x 2648 or visit https://www.ripleyaquariums.com/canada/programs/

Media contacts

Lauren Chan
647-351-3474 x 2631
lchan@ripleys.com

Melanie Greco
647-456-2653
melanie@getinkpr.ca

New SWARM exhibit at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada proves there is strength in numbers

TORONTO, ON – May 19, 2016 – A new exhibit at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada gives credence to the old adage, if you can’t beat them – join them. Opening today, SWARM is a collection of animal ‘mobs’, showcased through interesting facts, touch tanks and interactive displays.

From silvery Lookdowns and colourful Halloween Crabs to Coral Catfish and Blue Blubber Jellyfish, SWARM features over 1,000 new animals. Meet the Clean Team at the Scarlet Cleaner Shrimp tank, and let these omnivorous scavengers get to work on ridding your hands and nails of dead skin. Or, take a peek at the Flashlight Fish and watch how these nocturnal creatures glow in the dark.

The 2,300 square foot exhibit is the first rotating gallery to join Ripley’s since the Aquarium opened in 2013. Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada is open 9am daily, 365 days a year, including this Victoria Day long weekend.

For more information, visit www.ripleysaquariumofcanada.com or call
647-351-3474.

Media contacts:

Lauren Chan
647-351-3474 x 2631
lchan@ripleys.com

Melanie Greco
647-456-2653
melanie@getinkpr.ca

New SWARM exhibit at Ripley’s Aquarium proves there is strength in numbers

TORONTO, ON – May 17, 2016 – A new exhibit at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada gives credence to the old adage, if you can’t beat them – join them. Opening this Thursday, SWARM: Nature By Numbers is a collection of animal ‘mobs’, showcased through interesting facts, touch tanks and interactive displays.

Media are invited to a special preview of this new exhibit on Wednesday, May 18th from 10am-12pm.  And to see these animals in action, the Aquarium will conduct a whole-fish piranha feeding at 11am.

Who: Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
What: New SWARM exhibit preview
Where: 288 Bremner Blvd.
When: Wednesday, May 18th from 10am-12pm

Media are asked to please RSVP to Lauren Chan at lchan@ripleys.com. Interviews with Aquarium personnel available upon request.

Media Contacts

Lauren Chan
647-351-3474 x 2631
lchan@ripleys.com

Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada’s Bonnie the Shark makes her picks for Super Bowl 2016

TORONTO, ON – February 4, 2016 – As Super Bowl Sunday quickly approaches, predictions are coming in everywhere – including at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada.

According to the Aquarium’s resident sports expert, Bonnie the Shark, the North Carolina Panthers will swim to victory this year.

Click here for a video of Bonnie’s pick.

Media Contacts

Lauren Chan
647-351-3474 x 2631
lchan@ripleys.com

Canada’s largest indoor aquarium hosts exclusive Valentine’s Day event

TORONTO, ON – January 29th, 2016 – Whether you’re already hooked or still fishing for that special someone, fall in love at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada. This Valentine’s Day, Canada’s largest indoor aquarium will host Deep Sea Soirée – an exclusive event for adults 19+.

Pledge your love in Dangerous Lagoon as sharks, sea turtles and sawfish swim above, or dance the night away to the sounds of DJ Eric Ling. Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres catered by Daniel et Daniel while jellyfish illuminate before you at Planet Jellies or watch the colourful array of tropical fish at Rainbow Reef as you sip on a cocktail. And to capture the moment, aquarium staff will be on hand to offer complimentary photos.

Deep Sea Soirée is a ticketed event and runs from 8pm – 12am on Sunday, February 14th. For more information or to buy tickets, visit click here.

Media Contacts

Lauren Chan
647-351-3474 x2631
lchan@ripleys.com