Sponsor a Rebuild Project!
On December 31, 2024, a devastating structural fire destroyed a portion of the historic boardwalk in Telegraph Cove, British Columbia. The Whale Interpretive Centre, an educational facility focused on marine mammal biology and conservation, was lost in the fire.
Support from the Board of Directors, North Island communities, and encouragement worldwide has inspired the Whale Interpretive Centre to rebuild.
Since January 1, 2025, fundraising efforts have made it possible to rebuild much of the facility and begin the process of growing its educational displays and contents. The WIC anticipates reopening summer 2026 with five articulated skeletons and various specimens; through their stories, the WIC seeks to inspire and educate the public to become stewards of the marine environment.
In addition to the WIC's rebuilding fundraiser (which will fund all aspects of the rebuild), the WIC has several opportunities listed below if individuals would like sponsor a specific project.
Project Descriptions
We are looking for an individual or group that may be interested in funding a specific project.
Interested parties can contact WIC Management at society@killerwhalecentre.org for more details.
Interested in contributing but don't want to sponsor a particular project?
Join the WIC's rebuilding efforts here!
Jack the SkyJack
$11,750
Help raise the WIC's whale skeletons by sponsoring the WIC's scissor lift! Jack, the Skyjack Scissor Lift, is essential for hanging the WIC's new skeletons and for routine maintenance of the building.
Finishing Touches
$12,000
Sponsor the display and partition walls for Phase one of the WIC! These walls will create important space for signage and displays. Walls will be custom and locally-made.
Kid's Corner
$1,500
Bring the WIC's Kid's Corner to life! Tables, chairs, a storage unit, and the recreation of Sue Santon's beautiful sign will provide a welcoming space for children to learn about the marine environment!