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With their fluffy fur expressive faces and playful antics, sea otters have stolen the hearts of millions all around the world. Once driven to near extinction by the Maritime fur trade in British Columbia, sea otters have made a remarkable comebackâreathing new life into Vancouver Island³ wild west coast and reviving its kelp forests.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure takes you on the captivating coming-of-age journey of a sea otter pup, Finn. Under the dedicated care of first-time otter mum Bella, Finn has only 8 months to prepare for a life of his own on these rugged coasts. Together they will overcome incredible odds, and witness some of nature's most dramatic spectacles. Grab a paw and join the raft in this immersive adventure for IMAX® and giant screen theaters.

Run time 45min. Rated G

With their fluffy fur expressive faces and playful antics, sea otters have stolen the hearts of millions all around the world. Once driven to near extinction by the Maritime fur trade in British Columbia, sea otters have made a remarkable comeback—breathing new life into Vancouver Island’s wild west coast and reviving its kelp forests.

Sea Otters: A Wild Family Adventure takes you on the captivating coming-of-age journey of a sea otter pup, Finn. Under the dedicated care of first-time otter mum Bella, Finn has only 8 months to prepare for a life of his own on these rugged coasts. Together they will overcome incredible odds, and witness some of nature's most dramatic spectacles. Grab a paw and join the raft in this immersive adventure for IMAX® and giant screen theaters.

Run time 45min. Rated G

BE SWEPT AWAY ON AN EPIC JOURNEY ACROSS THE WORLD“ LARGEST CONTINENT WHOSE EXTREME LANDSCAPES HAVE PUSHED WILDLIFE TO THE LIMIT!

Atop the world's tallest peaks of the Himalayas, get an intimate look at elusive Snow Leopards and Tiger moms in Nepal raising their young. Witness a Tibetan Fox hide-and-seek hunting amongst yaks on an ancient plateau, catch glimpses of the secretive red panda in its remote forest stronghold, meet the remarkable long-eared jumping Jerboa in the harsh Gobi Desert, and fly alongside beautiful songbirds feeding on "sapcicles" in northern Japan. In the world's richest coral seas of the Pacific, discover the cute-yet-deadly Sea Bunny and be immersed in an unbelievable shark feeding frenzy, that's never been filmed before. Each story reveals the incredible ways in which wildlife has adapted to thrive in these challenging habitats.

Produced by the world-renowned wildlife storytellers at the BBC Studios Natural History Unit, Wild Asia: Life at Extremes is a giant screen immersive experience for all ages featuring amazing biodiversity, never-seen-before animals, and heartwarming behaviours across spectacular landscapes and mesmerizing seas.

Run time 40min. Rated G

BE SWEPT AWAY ON AN EPIC JOURNEY ACROSS THE WORLD’S LARGEST CONTINENT WHOSE EXTREME LANDSCAPES HAVE PUSHED WILDLIFE TO THE LIMIT!

Atop the world’s tallest peaks of the Himalayas, get an intimate look at elusive Snow Leopards and Tiger moms in Nepal raising their young. Witness a Tibetan Fox ‘hide-and-seek hunting’ amongst yaks on an ancient plateau, catch glimpses of the secretive red panda in its remote forest stronghold, meet the remarkable long-eared jumping Jerboa in the harsh Gobi Desert, and fly alongside beautiful songbirds feeding on “sapcicles” in northern Japan. In the world’s richest coral seas of the Pacific, discover the cute-yet-deadly Sea Bunny and be immersed in an unbelievable shark feeding frenzy, that’s never been filmed before. Each story reveals the incredible ways in which wildlife has adapted to thrive in these challenging habitats.

Produced by the world-renowned wildlife storytellers at the BBC Studios Natural History Unit, Wild Asia: Life at Extremes is a giant screen immersive experience for all ages featuring amazing biodiversity, never-seen-before animals, and heartwarming behaviours across spectacular landscapes and mesmerizing seas.

Run time 40min. Rated G

The modern world was built on horseback. Embark on an epic and heartwarming journey across the globe celebrating the extraordinary abilities of horses and their inseparable bond with humanity. Join the unlikely pair of Julaa, an inspiring eight-year-old girl and her Mongolian foal who work together to push their endurance to the limit in the race of a lifetime. Be immersed in the power of wild mustangs and a native American horse healer in Arizona who earns their trust and loyalty. Gallop alongside the world's fastest Arabian horse. Be amazed by the astounding muscle power and courage of a cadet police horse taking its toughest test in Amsterdam. Follow the adorable antics of Digby and Hazel, miniature care horses with big hearts that comfort those in need. After near extinction, watch the drama unfold as six Przewalski wild horses are released, finally connecting with the big herd, giving strong hope to conserving this ancient species.

Run time 42min. Rated G

The modern world was built on horseback. Embark on an epic and heartwarming journey across the globe celebrating the extraordinary abilities of horses and their inseparable bond with humanity. Join the unlikely pair of Julaa, an inspiring eight-year-old girl and her Mongolian foal who work together to push their endurance to the limit in the race of a lifetime. Be immersed in the power of wild mustangs and a native American horse healer in Arizona who earns their trust and loyalty. Gallop alongside the world’s fastest Arabian horse. Be amazed by the astounding muscle power and courage of a cadet police horse taking its toughest test in Amsterdam. Follow the adorable antics of Digby and Hazel, miniature care horses with big hearts that comfort those in need. After near extinction, watch the drama unfold as six Przewalski wild horses are released, finally connecting with the big herd, giving strong hope to conserving this ancient species.

Run time 42min. Rated G

Sensory-sensitive screening intended for guests who find the immersive IMAX® experience prohibitive.

Narrated by two-time Golden Globe® nominee Ewan McGregor, Humpback Whales is an extraordinary journey into the mysterious inspiring marine mammals. Set in the spectacular waters of Alaska, Hawaii and the remote islands of Tonga, this ocean adventure offers audiences an up-close look at how these whales communicate, sing, feed, play and take care of their young.

Captured for the first time with IMAX® cameras, and found in every ocean on earth, humpbacks were nearly driven to extinction 50 years ago, but today are making a slow but remarkable recovery. Join a team of researchers as they unlock the secrets of the humpback and find out why humpbacks are the most acrobatic of all whales, why they sing their haunting songs, and why these intelligent 55-foot, 50-ton animals migrate up to 10,000 miles round-trip every year.

Run Time 45 min. CC. Rated G.

Experience the excitement of on-site education programs. Programs are led by a museum educator and include time in the gallery, guided exploration and hands on with specimens and/or artifacts.

Natural History Learning Labs: Spend an hour with a museum educator exploring the Natural History gallery and engaging in hands-on learning.

History Learning Labs: Spend an hour with a museum educator exploring the History gallery and engaging in hands-on learning.

Feature Exhibition Learning Labs: Explore the feature exhibitions at the Royal BC Museum with engaging hands-on learning.

Outreach Kit Rental - Using reproductions, props and games, students in grades k-1 and 3-4 will discover that: bats are interesting; bats are important; bats are in trouble; and bats need our help.

Outreach Kit Rental - Using photographs and reproductions, students will engage with the question “What or who influenced the start, growth and decline of Paldi?”.

In addition to learning more about South Asian Canadian history in BC, students will also learn how to use primary sources to learn about the past and get glimpses into the lives of children who were in Paldi in the 1930s, 40s and 50s.

This resource was developed for and in partnership with the South Asian Canadian Legacy Project.

Outreach Kit Rental - Using reproductions, props and games, students in grades k-3 will learn about: rainforest characteristics; the location of the Great Bear Rainforest; and the animals that live in the Great Bear Rainforest.

This resource was developed for and in partnership with the Great Bear Rainforest Education and Awareness Trust.

Outreach Kit Rental - Having a Voice is designed to fit the Grade 5 Social Studies: Canadian Issues and Governance curriculum. All classes and community groups are invited to use the kit. Students or community groups will use the contents of this kit and their inquiry process skills to address participation and representation in BC politics, the electoral process and electoral boundaries.

This resource was developed for and in partnership with Elections BC.

Outreach Kit Rental - Seniors in assisted living or long-term care can engage with mystery objects to stimulate thinking and to spend time sociably with others.

Since the objects are mysteries, seniors don t have to worry about whether or not they remember. Instead they can share their ideas and guesses in a judgment-free environment.

Outreach Kit Rental - Ocean, Freshwater and Us: Exploring our Relationship with Canadian Waters has been developed by Ocean Week Canada and partners. This map offers students (of all ages) an opportunity to discover and explore the diverse aspects of geography in a unique and interactive way that accommodates various learning styles and is easy to integrate at all grade levels.

Outreach Kit Rental - The objects included in the Writing on the Wall outreach kit are reproductions from the Royal BC Museum and the BC Archives. Two reproductions of wall fragments containing graffiti (or poems) are used to capture the interest of students. To learn more about the wall fragments and to answer the inquiry question “Does this graffiti deserve a place in the collection of the Royal BC Museum?” a selection of primary source documents (photographs, legislation, letters, head tax certificates and an advertisement) are also included. In addition to learning more about Chinese Canadian experience, students will also learn how to use primary sources as evidence and how to determine historical significance.

This resource was developed for the Ministry of International Trade and Responsible for Asia Pacific Strategy and Multiculturalism by the Royal British Columbia Museum in partnership with Open School BC, the Ministry of Education and the Legacy Initiatives Advisory Council.

Provocation Pack - The archaeology Provocation pack features items and replicas from the Royal BC Museum handling collection, made from rock, bone and other natural materials, reflecting the rich history of British Columbia. This collection offers a tangible connection to the province’s archaeological heritage.

Provocation Pack - The botany handling collection comprises an extensive variety of indigenous, introduced and invasive plant species found throughout British Columbia. This collection offers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse plan life of the province, from native species that are integral to local ecosystems to introduced and invasive plants that have impacted the region’s biodiversity.

Provocation Pack - The entomology handling collection features a wide array of insects and arachnids from across British Columbia and other parts of the world. This collection offers a comprehensive look at the diverse arthropod species native to BC providing students the opportunity to deepen their understanding of the rich biodiversity of BC.

Provocation Pack - The invertebrate handling collection features real and replica specimens of sea life from British Columbia's coastal and inland waterways. This collection provides a unique opportunity to explore the diverse aquatic invertebrates that inhabit BC's rich marine and freshwater ecosystems. From the intricate details of coastal sea life to the fascinating species found in our inland waters, these specimens offer valuable insights into the aquatic biodiversity that shapes the province's natural environments.

Provocation Pack - The modern history handling collection features objects that illustrate the settler experience in British Columbia. This collection includes items from everyday life in homes, farms, schools, and workplaces, offering a tangible glimpse into the lives of early settlers in the province. By exploring these artifacts, you can gain a deeper understanding of the historical context and daily experiences that shaped British Columbia's development.