Passport To Science is a community-driven initiative dedicated to promoting science education on Vancouver Island. Our goal is to make science fun and accessible; inspiring individuals to pursue STEAM. We aim to reduce the financial barrier that can prevent families from visiting STEAM organizations on Vancouver Island.
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Since our pilot launch in 2023, we have

* Hosted 3 free science events for families on Vancouver Island
* Distributed 1500 Passports to Science full of fun science challenges and discounts to STEM organizations
* Collaborated with 17 STEM organizations from Victoria to Coombs​

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Discover live tropical bugs from around the world in this must-see mini zoo in Victoria, BC. Engaging educators, hands-on experiences, and more!Offer: Free youth with the purchase of an adult admission.How to redeem: Show app upon arrival.Rules and regulations: Children 12 and under must be accompanied by someone 16 or older. Photos are welcome. No flash photography, recording tours, or live streaming. Accessibility hours is the first hour of opening every Wednesday.

Victoria Bug Zoo

Unleash your inner bug enthusiast at Victoria Bug Zoo!

The Royal BC Museum and Archives celebrate culture and history, sharing the stories of British Columbia in ways that enlighten, stimulate and inspire. Through research and learning, we strive to broaden understanding of our province and inspire curiosity and wonder.Offer: Free admission for children under 17 years old.How to redeem: Show the app to the box office. Valid until September 7, 2026.Rules and regulations: Discount applies to Museum entrance only, not redeemable for IMAX tickets.

Royal BC Museum 

The Royal BC Museum and Archives celebrate culture and history, sharing the stories of British Columbia in ways that enlighten, stimulate and inspire. Through research and learning, we strive to broaden understanding of our province and inspire curiosity and wonder.Offer: Free admission for children under 17 years old.How to redeem: Show the app to the box office. Valid until September 7, 2026.Rules and regulations: Discount applies to Museum entrance only, not valid for IMAX tickets.

Discover the wonders of British Columbia at the Royal BC Museum!

Dino Lab in Victoria, BC brings the world of dinosaurs to life through interactive experiences, expert fossil restoration, and educational programs. Explore the workshops, see real dinosaurs up close, and be part of the restoration process. With a team of passionate professionals and glowing testimonials, Dino Lab promises an unforgettable journey through time. Tours must be pre-booked ahead of time, and are by appointment only.Offer: 20% off admission on select tours, story time and fossil programsHow to redeem: Book online or over the phone using PASSPORT_SCI code to reserve your spots. Walk-in tours are not accommodated.Rules and regulations: All children ages 12 and below must be accompanied by a paid adult. All guests must be ages 4 and up, unless attending select tours. Tours must be pre-booked.

      Dino Lab Inc.

Explore fossils up close, participate in restoration, and learn from expert palaeontologists at Dino Lab Inc in Victoria, BC.Offer: 20% off admission on select tours, story time and fossil programsHow to redeem: Book online or over the phone using PASSPORT_SCI code to reserve your spots. Walk-in tours are not accommodated.Rules and regulations: All children ages 12 and below must be accompanied by a paid adult. All guests must be ages 4 and up, unless attending select tours. Tours must be pre-booked.

Unearth the past and create your own dino adventure today!

Step into the Centre of the Universe at the Dominion Astrophysical Observatory in Victoria, BC to explore the historic Plaskett telescope, marvel at planetarium shows, and explore the gallery. Offer: Free youth admission with the purchase of an adult admission.How to redeem: Show app to the front desk.Rules and regulations: Valid for one entry only. Valid until September 16, 2026. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by someone 16 years of age or older, or an adult.Guided tours:12:30 | 1:30 | 2:30 | 3:30 | 4:30 Book your tour online!

Centre of the Universe

Visit the historic Plaskett telescope, planetarium, and virtual reality experiences in Victoria, B.C.Offer: Free youth admission with the purchase of an adult admission.How to redeem: Show app to the front desk.Rules and regulations: Valid for one entry only. Valid until September 16, 2026. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by someone 16 years of age or older, or an adult.

Astronomy is an Adventure - Come Explore with us! 

Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary is an accessible green space in an urban landscape and includes two distinct ecosystems, a wetland around Swan Lake and a rocky, Garry oak-forest on top of Christmas Hill. Both habitats are home to an incredible array of rare and threatened native plants and wild animals. Offer: &nbsp;Complete the scavenger hunt and get 10% off the Nature Sanctuary Gift Shop.How to redeem: Visit the Nature Sanctuary during open hours and show a staff member your completed scavenger hunt.For up to date information about hours please visit swanlake.bc.ca/visitors-guide/

Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary

Offer: &nbsp;Complete the scavenger hunt and get 10% off the Nature Sanctuary Gift Shop.How to redeem: Visit the Nature Sanctuary during open hours and show a staff member your completed scavenger hunt.

Discover Sanctuary in an Urban World!

The Gorge Waterway Action Society works to preserve and enhance the Gorge Waterway through education, restoration, and community involvement.Offer: 10% off concession and the gift shop.How to redeem: Visit in-person at the Nature House in Esquimalt-Gorge Park.

Gorge Waterway Nature House, Victoria BC

Support environmental education and conservation efforts today!

Please come adventure onto your blue backyard and connect yourselves to the Salish Sea. Join Eagle Wing Tours for exciting birdwatching and whale watching adventures in the Salish Sea, with sustainability and conservation at the core of their operations.Offer: 20% off any whale &amp; wildlife tourHow to redeem: Pre-bookings are required, call 1-250-384-8008 to bookRules and regulations: Valid January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026

Eagle Wing Tours

Please come adventure onto your blue backyard and connect yourselves to the Salish Sea. Join Eagle Wing Tours for exciting birdwatching and whale watching adventures in the Salish Sea, with sustainability and conservation at the core of their operations.Offer: 20% off any whale &amp; wildlife tourHow to redeem: Pre-bookings are required, call 1-250-384-8008 to bookValid January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026

Embark on an unforgettable wildlife adventure!

Embark on an enchanting journey at Victoria Butterfly Gardens, home to diverse flora and fauna, including poison dart frogs, iguanas, tropical birds, and more.Offer: 20% of admissionHow to redeem: Tickets must be booked online using promo code Passport20 at checkout. Tickets available: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://butterflygardens.com/pages/all-admissions">https://butterflygardens.com/pages/all-admissions</a>Rules and regulations: Not valid with any other discounts, promotions, annual passes. No cash value. Valid until September 20, 2026. Valid for one use.

Victoria Butterfly Gardens | Tropical Jungle Attraction in BC

Discover a tropical jungle sanctuary with free-flying butterflies, exotic wildlife, and lush gardens on Vancouver Island.Offer: 20% of admissionHow to redeem: Show your app at the front desk.Rules and regulations: Not valid with any other discounts, promotions, annual passes. No cash value. Valid until September 20, 2026. Valid for one use.

Experience a Vibrant Jungle Adventure

Come to the BC Aviation Museum to witness iconic aircraft like the Hawaii Martin Mars and enjoy Flight Deck Tours every Saturday. Explore the history of aviation with featured exhibits of the Douglas A26 Invader and Trans Canada Airlines’ Vickers Viscount 757.

British Columbia Aviation Museum – Where history takes flight

Located on Victoria International Airport Grounds, the BC Aviation Museum is home to aircraft from early flight like the replica of Leonardo's Ornithopter to Cold War aircraft like the F-104 Starfighter. From big to small, there are over forty aircraft to see and fun for the whole family!Offer: 20% off admission for passport to science holder and adult supervisorHow to redeem: Visit the BC Aviation Museum to redeem in the gift shopRules and regulations: Valid for one entry. Children must be accompanied by an adult (18 years or above). Valid for 2026.

Explore Aviation History Today!

The Compost Education Centre's demonstration garden is bustling with plant and animal life, and is set up to teach the public about composting methods, food growing, soil science, pollinator conservation, and other practices for community sustainability. Our staff are happy to answer questions, supply resources, and offer you a bite of whatever is in season!Offer: Receive 10% off a purchase of any items in the retail space.How to redeem: Show the app to redeemRules and regulations: July 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 10am - 4pm

Compost Education Centre

The Compost Education Centre provides environmental education to individuals, community groups, and educators with a focus on hands-on regenerative soil practices.Offer: Receive 10% off a purchase of any items in the retail space.How to redeem: Show the app to redeem