Custom Engraved Brick

Your brick is intended to be a lasting recognition of your support. It will remain in place for the lifetime of the brick, or of the building and surrounding area where it is installed.

In cases where operational or safety considerations require changes, the Zoo reserves the right to remove, relocate, or return bricks to donors.

In the event this occurs, we will notify the donor, provided we have up-to-date contact information on file.

Minor cracks, stains, weathering, dirt, or signs of foot traffic are normal and are considered part of the brick’s charm. Bricks showing normal wear will not be replaced. If a brick breaks completely, it will be replaced within the first two years after installation.

Inscriptions can include letters, numbers and punctuation only.

Inscriptions can include letters, numbers and punctuation only.

Company and business names, websites, phone numbers, social media handles, hashtags, symbols, emojis or promotional messages are not permitted.

Any inscriptions that are discriminatory, political, offensive, or deemed otherwise inappropriate by the Toronto Zoo Wildlife Conservancy will not be accepted.

If your message doesn’t meet guidelines, we will contact you and give you the opportunity to submit a new one.

Yes! Every donor receives a certificate of recognition, an invitation to a brick unveiling ceremony in late 2026, and a full charitable tax receipt.

Yes, you will receive a full charitable tax receipt for your donation. It will be emailed to the donor at a later date.

You may let us know if you’d like your brick to be near a family member’s or memorial brick. While placement requests cannot be guaranteed, we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

No — inscriptions cannot be previewed before installation. Please make sure your message follows the program guidelines, as all inscriptions are final once submitted!

Absolutely! Once your brick is installed at the Zoo, we’ll send you a confirmation so you know it’s in place.

Unfortunately, once inscriptions are finalized and production begins, changes may no longer be possible.

Bricks will be installed in designated areas of the Toronto Zoo Community Conservation Centre. While exact locations can’t be selected, all bricks are placed thoughtfully for visibility and long-term durability.

All bricks are shipped directly to the Toronto Zoo for installation at their designated location. Bricks are not shipped to home addresses.

Your donation supports vital conservation efforts led by the Toronto Zoo, including animal well-being, essential conservation science programs, and experiential learning opportunities connecting people with nature.

Thank you for your generous support of the Toronto Zoo. We’ll be in touch in late 2026 to invite you to a brick unveiling ceremony. If you’ve provided a recipient email, they will receive an invitation as well.

Please reach out to Kelsey at wildlifeconservancy@torontozoo.ca or 416-392-9114 - we're happy to help!