Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Society

Report a Marine Mammal in Distress

To ensure your safety and the safety of the animals, please follow these guidelines as you observe and report a marine animal:

1. Stay back and do not interfere with the animal
2. Keep other people and pets away
3. Call 604-258-SEAL (7325)
4. For large whales and marine mammal incidents call 1-800-465-4336

Please don't try to help an animal on your own. Marine animal rescues are complicated and each case requires careful planning and response depending on the species involved, geography, weather and available resources. 

Saving Marine Life From Debris

It's estimated that more than 400 sea lions along the B.C. coast are currently caught in discarded rope, nets, monofilament and packing bands. If left untreated, these materials often result in a prolonged and painful death.

Fortunately, with the help of people like you, the VAMMR team has pioneered a way to disentangle and save the lives of these animals.