ONLINE EXCLUSIVE • OFFER ENDS DEC 24

Gift A Membership, Get A Symbolic Adoption

This holiday season, wrap up an unforgettable gift for the animal lovers in your life—and help care for rescued marine life right here at your local aquarium! 🎁🦦

For a limited time, every Vancouver Aquarium Gift Membership not only grants 365 days of ocean memories, but also includes a downloadable rescued marine mammal Symbolic Adoption Certificate! From feeding ever-hungry sea lions, to keeping seals healthy with expert veterinary care, to delighting sea otters with new enrichment toys—our treasured members make every wag, splash, and somersault possible.

Share the joy of the ocean this holiday season with a meaningful gift that makes waves all year long 💙🌊

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Gift A Silver Membership
Symbolically Adopt Jessica Seal!

Gift A Silver Membership

Rescued six years ago at Point Grey Park after life-threatening eye injuries, Jessica navigates her world with confidence and curiosity despite being almost completely blind. She was just recently paid a visit by her celebrity namesake, actress Jessica Biel—they became fast friends.

Starting At:
$50.00
+ tax
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Gift A Gold Membership
Symbolically Adopt Bella Bella!

Gift A Gold Membership

Rescued near McInnes Island in 2017, Bella Bella has found her forever home at the Vancouver Aquarium. As our second youngest sea lion, she was once a nervous pup unsure about taking the plunge—but you’d never know it now! Today, she’s one of our most enthusiastic swimmers, bringing big personality to every splash.

Starting At:
$65.00
+ tax
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Gift A Platinum Membership
Symbolically Adopt Quatse!

Gift A Platinum Membership

Found abandoned as a young pup on a beach in Port Hardy four years ago, Quatse was named after the nearby Quatse River. Today, this spirited little sea otter is one of the aquarium’s most popular residents. What she lacks in size, she makes up for in smarts, charm, and non-stop spins that delight visitors daily!

Starting At:
$85.00
+ tax
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Included Benefits Silver Gold Platinum
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Special Rates On Animal Encounters & Behind-The-Scenes Tours Vancouver Aquarium Silver Membership Logo Vancouver Aquarium Gold Membership Logo Vancouver Aquarium Platinum Membership Logo
Exclusive Discounts
Redeem on Food & Beverage, Gift Shop, Photo Experience, Select Events
20% 20% 25%
Gold & Platinum Member Perk: Member Early Open Mornings Vancouver Aquarium Gold Membership Logo Vancouver Aquarium Platinum Membership Logo
Gold & Platinum Member Perk: $5 Off Guest Tickets Vancouver Aquarium Gold Membership Logo Vancouver Aquarium Platinum Membership Logo
Gold & Platinum Member Perk: Bring-A-Friend-Free Weeks
Bring a friend free during select periods—that's two friends a year!
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Gold & Platinum Member Perk: Bonus "Swim By Anytime" Guest Tickets
Valid for one-time use anytime during your membership year—in addition to Bring-A-Friend-Free Weeks
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Platinum Member Exclusive: One-Day Digital Photo Experiences ($70 value)
Enjoy two full days of unlimited digital photos to capture and download your deep-sea memories!
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Platinum Member Exclusive: 50% Off Undersea Explorer VR Experiences Vancouver Aquarium Platinum Membership Logo
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Gifting a Vancouver Aquarium membership is more than a holiday present—it’s a lifeline for rescued marine mammals like Jessica Seal, Bella Bella, and Quatse. Each of these incredible animals was given a second chance at life thanks to the incredible efforts of the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Society. To learn more about their life-saving mission, how you can help endangered marine mammals, and explore more symbolic adoptions, visit vammr.org

Frequently Asked Questions

Shortly after your purchase, you will receive a follow-up email with a link to a downloadable Gift Of Membership certificate, as well as a downloadable Symbolic Adoption certificate. These certificates can be filled out, printed, and then wrapped for your loved one—they fit in a standard 8" x 10" frame! Prefer a greener option? Simply email them instead.

Yes, this promotion is an online exclusive. If you purchased a Gift Membership on-site at the aquarium between Nov 24 - Dec 24, 2025, please email members@vanaqua.org

Vancouver Aquarium members enjoy unlimited visits to family-favourite experiences all year long—from Scuba Claus and Scuba Bunny to underwater pumpkin carving! Plus, members get early access to new exhibits, exclusive discounts, bonus guest tickets, and more. Learn more.

This limited-time promotion, in partnership with the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Society (VAMMR), includes:

  • Jessica Seal with a Silver Gift Membership
  • Bella Bella with a Gold Gift Membership
  • Quatse with a Platinum Gift Membership
Adoptions are non-exchangeable and non-transferable. To explore other symbolic adoptions by donation, visit vammr.org

Yes! After completing your purchase, you’ll receive a follow-up email with links to both your Gift of Membership and Symbolic Adoption certificates. If you purchased multiple tiers in the same order, your email will include all corresponding adoption certificates.

You’ll receive a follow-up email with a downloadable Gift of Membership and Symbolic Adoption certificate. You can print and wrap them (they fit in a standard 8" x 10" frame) or email them directly for a sustainable surprise!

Your Gift of Membership certificate is valid for 365 days from the date of purchase. Once your loved one redeems the certificate at the aquarium upon their first visit, the membership will be valid for one year from the date of their first visit.

Every Vancouver Aquarium Membership supports the aquarium's rescued marine mammals and vital conservation work. From feeding our ever-hungry sea lions, to keeping seals healthy with expert veterinary care, to delighting sea otters with new enrichment toys, our members are part of every wag, splash, and playful somersault. To support the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Society directly, please visit vammr.org

Please visit Guest Services during your next visit or call 778-655-9554. A member from our team would be happy to kelp!

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