Assiniboine Park Zoo gets thumbs-up
THE Assiniboine Park Zoo has become one of only five Canadian zoos to be accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
"Only zoos and aquariums that meet the highest standards are accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums," said association president and CEO Jim Maddy in a news release. "The community should take great pride in knowing that Assiniboine Park Zoo is a proven leader in the care and conservation of wildlife, and in inspiring people to take action to protect the natural world."
The accreditation process includes an on-site inspection by a team of trained zoo and aquarium professionals, and the zoo was graded in areas such as animal care, veterinary programs, conservation, education and safety.
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Small bit good of news reg: the Assiniboine Park Zoo.