Does slow and steady actually win the race? Does bigger always mean better? What animals benefit from being weak rather than strong? Sometimes, survival isn’t about speed… it’s about strategy.
Survival of the Slowest invites families to step into a world where being slow, small, or even weak can be a powerful survival strategy. Explore all-new immersive habitats, learn hands-on with interactive experiences, and meet masters of mellow that thrive in ways that might surprise you.
In today’s fast-paced world, take a moment to slow down together… because life’s greatest adventures are never rushed.
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Get an up-close look at nature’s most fascinating slow movers—from sloths and hedgehogs to tortoises and tarantulas. Each stunning habitat is designed to showcase how these unique creatures have adapted to thrive at their own pace. Watch as they climb, lounge, or stay perfectly still—sometimes, slowing down is the key to survival!
Slow and steady doesn’t just win the race—it steals the show! Join us for daily Slow & Tell animal presentations to get up close with cool, calm and cunning creatures that play the game of survival on their own terms.
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As you journey through the exhibit, collect stamps in your special souvenir passport, marking the incredible adaptations of nature’s craftiest creatures—like speed, size, speed, and other unique ways of surviving in the wild. Can you complete your passport and uncover the secrets of slow?
Slow down, explore, and connect with the curious animals in this limited time exhibit—again and again! Get an Annual Membership today and unlock unlimited, year-round access to Canada's largest aquarium.
Learn MorePlease note Survival of the Slowest is a limited-time exhibit and is included in the price of general admission.
Meet over 65,000 incredible animals, from rescued sea lions and playful sea otters to fascinating species from Canadian waters, the Amazon, and beyond.
Explore world-class indoor and outdoor exhibits at Canada’s largest aquarium—there’s something new to discover around every corner!
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