One climate. One ocean. One Earth. No living thing can survive on Earth without water! Water covers 70% of our planet. It’s our most precious natural resource. And it’s part of everything we do, every day. Discover the wonders of water on our big blue planet.

Marvel at a real blue whale skeleton—the largest animal ever to live! Through models, videos, infographics and interactive displays, learn how you can make a difference to help keep our oceans, lakes and rivers healthy. Dive into critical issues such as plastic pollution and climate change.

Learn about vulnerable species. See real specimens. Meet some live animals, including freshwater fish, moon jellyfish, and sea stars in purpose-built tanks.

Underwater kelp forests are some of the most productive and diverse ecosystems on the planet. Sea stars, crabs, molluscs, sea otters and seabirds live and feed in kelp forests along the British Columbia coast. Find specimens of these creatures in our newest display.