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History of Metro Vancouver: Vancouver Aquarium, 1956

Canada's first public aquarium, the Vancouver Aquarium, opened on June 15, 1956

 City of Vancouver Archives, CVA 392-927.City of Vancouver Archives, CVA 392-927.

1956

Vancouver Aquarium

It was perhaps a leap of faith when the Vancouver Aquarium opened in 1956 as Canada's first public aquarium, but its popularity has proved enduring. Lesser known, but also important, is the aquarium's marine conservation, rehabilitation and research work.