New Aquarium to be Built in Ucluelet

Ucluelet, on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, will see construction of a permanent aquarium just a few meters from the current location of the Ucluelet Mini-Aquarium. Island Coastal Economic Trust (ICET) will donate $515,000 for the Ucluelet Aquarium project. The total cost of the project is estimated at $1.57 million.
The project consists of the construction of a permanent, aquarium facility on the waterfront in downtown Ucluelet. This new project will replace the highly successful, but temporary, mini-aquarium. The innovative design of this new facility will incorporate west coast design; energy efficiency and zero environmental impact. The new facility will be built on pillars over the water and will feature spectacular marine viewing areas.