As Dave Harvey retires from his co-leadership position at Park People, he reflects on the incredible journey since founding the organization in 2011.
Why are events in parks important? How do grants fit into Park People’s larger goals for creating change in city parks?
Park clean-ups bring neighbours together, foster connection, and leave a lasting impact—explore our 5-step guide to get started.
Explore inspiring community-led events funded by our microgrants program, from land-based learning to nature walks and skill-sharing workshops.
How a temporary plaza in Montreal’s Parc Marcelin-Wilson was created to offer a gathering space for youth, with design improvements informed by Metalude’s insights through direct observations and youth engagement.
Come together with community members, park professionals, and municipal staff at the 2025 Toronto Park Summit!
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Find community-led events in parks near you!
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.
Calgary Climate Hub
Calgary
5:00 pm – 7:30 pm MST Apr 22, 2025
Our Community Climate Conversations are an opportunity to learn more about Calgary’s climate landscape, community initiatives, and tangible ways to get involved in the climate movement.
Friends of Guild Park
Scarborough
9:30 am – 1:30 pm EST Apr 26, 2025
Come meet us at Holy Trinity, we’ll walk over to Guild Park to clean the Park grounds.
Friends of Regent Park
Toronto
10:00 am – 12:00 pm EST Apr 26, 2025
Help beautify Regent Park. The Friends of Regent Park are hosting a Community Cleanup on Saturday, April 26th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Meet at the bake oven in the “Big Park,” 600 Dundas St. E.
Jane’s Walk
10:00 am EST, May 2, 2025 to
5:00 pm EST, May 4, 2025
Inspired by Toronto-based urbanist Jane Jacobs, Jane’s Walk invites people to rediscover their city through free, community-led walking conversations.
Victoria
10:00 am PST, May 2, 2025 to
5:00 pm PST, May 4, 2025
Winnipeg
10:00 am CST, May 2, 2025 to
5:00 pm CST, May 4, 2025
Ottawa
10:00 am MST, May 2, 2025 to
5:00 pm MST, May 4, 2025
TRCA
10:00 am – 12:00 pm EST May 3, 2025
Join us for a family-friendly cleanup at Highfield Park! Help remove litter while enjoying nature. Wear closed-toe shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Event runs rain or shine (hazardous weather cancels). Ages 6+.
Royal Botanical Gardens
Hamilton
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST May 8, 2025
How the urban environment contributes to mental health challenges and chronic diseases, and how integrating nature can be a solution? With Dr. Nadina Galle.
LEAF
Nobleton
1:00 pm – 3:00 am EST May 10, 2025
Looking for a tree-rific reason to get outside this spring? Help LEAF green up King Township! Join us for some family-friendly fun planting native trees and shrubs in Dean Plummer Park in Nobleton.
Moore Park
10:00 am – 12:00 pm EST May 10, 2025
🌳 Moore Park Tree Planting 🌳 Join us May 10, 10 AM – 12 PM, to plant 200-300 native trees and shrubs in Moore Park, North York. Free! Groups of 5+ must register at greentoronto@toronto.ca. Let’s green our community! 🌱
Enjoy a relaxing morning, eating pancakes with neighbours and listening to music. We will have regular, gluten-free, and vegan pancakes. Location: Regent Park Community Centre (402 Shuter St.)
Turtle Protectors
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm EST May 24, 2025
Led by Grandmother Vivian Recollet, it will feature Turtle puppets made by Ange Loft, Shadowland Theatre, Clay and Paper Theatre, Indigenous Drummers and Singers, Maracatu Mar Aberto and volunteers from Turtle protection groups across Ontario.