Company Profile
Zoo de Granby
Company Overview
https://www.zoodegranby.com/
A passion for the preservation of the animal world that has been ongoing for over 70 years.
A respected conservation organization and prime tourism destination, the Zoo de Granby was founded by a visionary man who truly cared about animals. What was then only a menagerie changed with time, shaped by the many kind-hearted people who succeeded one another and who shared his vision.
OUR MISSION: ACT TO PRESERVE WILDLIFE
Home to an animal population of which more than 25% have been classified as endangered in nature, the Zoo de Granby is committed to the preservation and development of the world's wildlife.
Considered to be true Noah's arks, accredited zoological institutions, such as the Zoo de Granby, contribute to maintaining viable populations of endangered species in their natural environment.
They're also actively involved in and fund both local and global nature conservation programs.
With nearly 900,000 visitors annually, the Zoo de Granby is an exceptional venue for educating and for raising awareness about the importance of the ecological role played by each species and how everyone can help to protect them.
Because, beyond words, more than ever, we must all act together to preserve the animal world.
Company History
IT ALL STARTED WITH M. PIERRE-HORACE BOIVIN
He was a man who had a profound impact on the history of the city of Granby. In fact, he was its Mayor between 1939 and 1964 and was a great industrial leader, who had always been a great animal lover. As a young man, he owned half a dozen dogs, then horses, and also a goat, born with only three legs.
Shortly after being elected, he harboured the dream of providing his city with a real zoo. In 1944, he persuaded three of his friends to give him a piece of land along Bourget Street and from then on, the Zoo de Granby laid the groundwork for its foundation.
However, space soon ran out as Mr. Boivin took advantage of his numerous trips abroad to ask his hosts for animals for his zoo.
A SOLUTION FOR THE LACK OF SPACE
In 1953, the Notre Dame parish gave a 60-acre parcel of land to Mr. Boivin to permanently establish his Zoo. In fact, the Zoo is still located here today! That same year the Société zoologique de Granby was born and would, from that point on, ensure the Zoo's management and development.
The first years of the Zoo are strewn with anecdotes: the arrival of Ambika, the baby elephant, offered by Jawaharlal Nehru, Prime Minister of India, to the children of Granby in response to a letter they had sent; or the beavers presented to Prince Rainier of Monaco as a wedding gift.
Indeed, Mr. Boivin took advantage of every opportunity to make his city shine while adding to the Zoo's population.
INSTALLATIONS CONSTANTLY BEING MODERNIZED
From a friendly menagerie in a visionary man's backyard, the Zoo de Granby has evolved into a dynamic conservation institution and a major tourist destination. It invites its visitors to travel across the continents and observe this amazing wildlife arriving from all over the world, which must be protected.
Our teams work tirelessly in order to provide an unparalleled immersive experience and offer the best possible installations to our patrons and the animals in our care.
Our 2022-2030 master plan calls for investments of nearly $51 million over the next few years, perpetuating Mr. Boivin's vision for generations to come
A NEW BRAND IMAGE
To this end, the Zoo has adopted a new brand image as of 2019 that captures the spirit of change and the Zoo de Granby's corporate vision.
A modern, playful and unifying image that reflects our leadership status and our vision, as well as our dedication to animal wellbeing both at the Zoo and in nature!
Benefits
FOR YOUR WELL-BEING, THE ZOO OFFERS:
- A unique working environment
- Group insurance after 1 month of service
- Collective RRSP after probation, retroactive to the date of employment
- 3 mobile days off
- 6 sick days paid if not taken
- Free entry to the site for you and 3 annual passes for the people of your choice
- 4 daily access tickets for summer and 2 daily access tickets for winter
- Discounts in shops and dining
- Attractive social activities