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Our network of passionate groups brings people together through fun and engaging park activities. See what’s happening in your city.
Please note that event details such as date, time, and location are subject to change, so be sure to verify the most current information on the organizer’s official website or social media channels.
Toronto Nature Stewards
Multiple locations across the city,Toronto
12:00 pm EST, May 13, 2026 to
12:00 pm EST, Nov 30, 2026
Join one of 50+ sites to get your hands dirty restoring local habitat this spring, summer and fall. Each site has its own schedule posted on our website. Sign up with a site to receive updates. No prior experience needed.
Les Amis de la montagne
Mount Royal Park,Montreal
10:00 am EST, Jun 13, 2026 to
12:00 am EST, Sep 26, 2026
Contribute to the preservation of Mont Royal’s natural environment by helping control invasive plant species. Most sessions take place on Saturday mornings from May to October, and some are held late Tuesday afternoons during the summer months.
A Greener Future
Toronto
EST, Jul 7, 2026 to
EST, Jul 31, 2026
Join A Greener Future for a shoreline cleanup at different locations across Toronto! Help remove litter, protect Lake Ontario, collect environmental data, and earn volunteer hours while making a positive impact in your community.
Seeds of Life Alliance
St. Norbert Arts Centre,Winnipeg
6:00 pm CST, Jul 8, 2026 to
8:00 pm CST, Oct 7, 2026
Come garden with us bi-weekly on Wednesdays at the St Norbert Arts Centre from 6-8pm. Jul 8 – Jul 15 – Jul 29 – Aug 12 – Aug 26 – Sep 9 – Sep 23 – Oct 7 This is a free club for community members of all ages.
TD Park People Grants
Hamilton
EST, Jul 9, 2026 to
EST, Jul 14, 2026
Join A Greener Future for a shoreline cleanup at different locations across Hamilton! Help remove litter, protect Lake Ontario, collect environmental data, and earn volunteer hours while making a positive impact in your community.
Le Vent et la Tortue
Monument George-Etienne Cartier, Parc du Mont-Royal,Montréal
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm HNE Jul 9, 2026
À mi-chemin entre herboristerie, observation botanique et connexion à la nature, cet atelier propose une introduction sensible aux plantes médicinales locales que l’on rencontre en milieu urbain.
Bourses TD Ami·es des parcs
Heart Comonos
67 Hillcrest Avenue,Mississauga
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm EST Jul 10, 2026
Join us for a hands-on workshop to help install a pollinator gardens in container beds and learn about how to help them thrive! Participants will learn about native plants, why they are important, and how they can grow well in small spaces.
ParkLover
G Ross Lord Park,Toronto
6:00 pm – 6:30 pm EST Jul 10, 2026
Join us in Toronto to explore how renewable energy is powering and uniting local communities! The program brings together diverse voices to discuss the intersection of clean energy initiatives and community engagement, highlighting how local climate action can contribute to broader sustainability goals. The event includes a facilitated panel discussion followed by informal community conversation.
JC Saddington Park,Mississauga
10:00 am – 12:00 pm EST Jul 11, 2026
Join A Greener Future for a shoreline cleanup at JC Saddington Park! Help remove litter, protect Lake Ontario, collect environmental data, and earn volunteer hours while making a positive impact in your community.
Heart Lake Turtle Troopers
Paul Palleschi Rec Centre,Brampton
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm EST Jul 14, 2026
Join us for an evening of community, family fun, and local environmental action right here in Heart Lake! This event is all about bringing neighbours together while supporting the protection of our local turtles at risk. Expect family-friendly activities, community connection, local organizations, snacks and refreshments and a fun summer atmosphere for all ages.
f.u.n. (food uniting neighbours)
f.u.n. Westmount Community Garden,Guelph
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm EST Jul 20, 2026
Join f.u.n. (food uniting neighbours) and local gardener and workshop facilitator Kiki Alwan for an evening of learning, connecting, food and community.
West Central Womens Resource Centre
John M King School Grounds,Winnipeg
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm CST Jul 24, 2026
All are welcome to join our Reconciliation event to celebrate Indigenous culture through crafts, games and cultural Indigenous activities, opportunities to learn and have fun. Performances by Indigenous artists & delicious food for all!
9:30 am EST, Jul 25, 2026 to
12:00 am EST, Aug 1, 2026
Help protect the monarch butterfly by identifying signs of this threatened species on milkweed plants. This participatory science project aims to document the monarch’s reproductive and migratory success.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm EST Jul 28, 2026
Join Heart Comonos & Blooming Boulevards in decorating newly installed pollinator garden beds. Participants will decorate the garden beds by using paint to express their artistic vision on wooden boards. All materials provided!
North of Euston Neighbourhood Engagement Project
Orlebar Park,Charlottetown
4:00 pm – 6:00 pm AST Aug 12, 2026
Join friends & neighbours in Orlebar Park to make art using elements from the natural world! The CreativePEI Artmobile team will provide free art supplies and guidance in a selected activity, or bring a work-in-progress or follow your inspiration!
10:00 am EST, Oct 3, 2026 to
12:00 am EST, Oct 24, 2026
Come help us plant native trees and shrubs to improve the resilience of Mount Royal’s forest ecosystems. No prior knowledge is required to participate in these volunteer activities.
Ashburnham Memorial Stewardship Group
Armour Hill,Peterborough
10:00 am – 1:00 pm EST Nov 7, 2026
Rain or shine! Please meet at the pavilion at the top of Armour Hill. Cleanup supplies are provided. Close-toed shoes and long sleeves are recommended. Bring a mug for coffee or tea and don’t forget your water bottle!