World Caribou Day 2025
Theme: Caribou and Climate Change
World Caribou Day 2025 is all about understanding how caribou are responding to our changing climate. As one of the most climate-sensitive species in the North, caribou are a vital lens through which we can understand the far-reaching impacts of a warming planet — on ecosystems, wildlife, and people.
Join us to learn, engage, and take action — whether it's attending live events, supporting a fundraiser, or diving into our growing library of educational resources. Together, we can help protect the future of caribou and the landscapes they call home.
World Caribou Day Events
Toronto Zoo
⏰ 10am PST (1pm EST)
📍 On The Toronto Zoo's Facebook page
Join us this World Caribou Day as we take a closer look at how science and stewardship come together to protect caribou for future generations. This year, we’re focusing on the caribou in our care and the cutting-edge genetic tools being used to support population management.
Arrow Lakes Caribou Society
⏰ 1pm PST (4pm EST)
📍 On Instagram @arrow_lakes_caribou
Meet the Arrow Lakes Caribou Society and discover how their maternity pen project is helping protect caribou in British Columbia. Find out how climate change is altering the landscapes caribou depend on, and how local communities are coming together to give these majestic animals a fighting chance.
Leavenworth Reindeer Farm
⏰ 4pm PST (7pm EST)
📍 On Instagram @leavenworthreindeerfarm
Did you know caribou calves can stand and walk within just hours of being born? Or that most caribou give birth around the same time each year to help protect their young from predators? Join us as we dive into the wonders of caribou birthing—from their 7.5-month pregnancy to the incredible first steps of a newborn calf. We'll also introduce you to a few brand-new calves born this year!
Vancouver Aquarium
⏰ Throughout the day
📍 On site at Vancouver Aquarium
Join us this World Caribou Day where we will be joined by “Yuka’s Way Home” author and illustrator Abigail Roscoe hosting in person “Sketch a Caribou Step-by-Step” presentations in our Underwater Steller’s Bay/Canada’s Arctic Gallery. Join Abigail as they guide kids step-by-step in drawing their very own caribou while learning cool facts about this iconic species. Grab your pencils and get creative—perfect for school groups, families, and young wildlife enthusiasts!
Sketch a Caribou Step-by-Step
World Caribou Day with Abigail Roscoe
Celebrate World Caribou Day with us! In this fun and educational video, join Abigail Roscoe as they guide kids step-by-step in drawing their very own caribou while learning cool facts about this iconic species. Grab your pencils and get creative—perfect for classrooms, families, and young wildlife enthusiasts!
Download a version below, and share your creation by tagging us online @caribouconservationalliance and using #worldcaribouday
Celebrating World Caribou Day at the Leavenworth Reindeer Farm
Happy World Caribou Day! To celebrate, Girl Guide Troop 44535 visited @leavenworthreindeerfarm to meet some very special ambassadors—reindeer! Through hands-on learning these girls discovered what makes caribou so incredible—and why they need our help. When young people connect with nature, they grow into the protectors it needs. Watch the video highlight of their visit and hear the girls share what they learned about caribou—and why they want to see caribou protected!
Games and Activities
Watching for Wildfires
Caribou need healthy forests to survive, but fires are becoming more frequent and intense. In this fast-paced game, race to safety while learning how fire affects caribou and their habitat.
What’s Bugging the Herd?
Oh no! Something’s not right with our caribou herd. They’re feeling sick, itchy, and tired—and we don’t know why. Their habitat is changing, and we need help to figure out what’s going on.
Where’s my Lichen?
Lichen is a caribou’s favourite winter food, but climate change is making it harder for them to find it! Explore the challenges caribou face when snow gets too deep, too icy, or too shallow to access their food.
Permafrost Path
The ground in the Arctic is frozen solid—until it’s not! In this game, you’ll be a caribou trying to cross the land as melting permafrost turns your path wobbly and wild.
Caribou Habitat Maze
In this maze activity, help your caribou make it through the landscape by finding a safe path through the habitat. Along the way, collect all the things a caribou needs to live and grow. Can you collect 10 pieces of lichen before reaching the finish line?
Artwork by Abigail Roscoe
Abigail is a queer and disabled Canadian illustrator with a love for wildlife and conservation. They hope the love they show for caribou in their work moves people to learn more about them and care more about the remaining herds. During their bachelor's study, Abigail released a children’s book titled “Yuka’s Way Home” that follows Yuka the caribou as he meets reindeer and Sámi people in his new Arctic home. Abigail is currently working on new books, writing a movie, and exhibiting their solo show this year- all these projects tie into themes the artist cares about, such as conservation, and our relationship to the world around us.
Abigail obtained a Design bachelor degree with a focus on illustration and animation. They hope to use their work to raise awareness about endangered species and what we can do to help.
@ab_roscoe