Community
Events

Do you enjoy time in nature? Are you seeking calm, connection, and community? Join our Nature Connection Series starting September 13—a series of 6 gentle, nature-based virtual sessions designed with seniors and people with mobility disabilities including severe fatigue. Sept 13 & 27, Oct 11 & 25, Nov 8 & 22.

📌 Guided Walk – September 13 at 1:00 pm
Step into the Swales yourself! Explore the landscape, see its beauty firsthand, and understand why so many people are saying: “I 💚 Swales!”

We’re cleaning the entire Toronto shoreline, from Mississauga to Pickering. Weather permitting, we’ll continue from where we left off the previous week.

Join us for a late summer walk focused on food at Downsview Park! Discover the incredible wild and cultivated foods grown in the park as we explore the trees and plants. French language service is available upon request. Please let us know.

Discover Cedarvale ravine in the downtown hub and enjoy a canopy of trees offering peace and escape from the chaotic life of the city.
Give tribute to mother earth in the sharing of drinking water and strawberries, symbols of unity and gratitude.

This exciting event Thursday, September 18 in Sechelt (Accessible by ferry from Vancouver) starting at E. B’s Ice Cream Shop, moving on to Porpoise Bay Provincial Park.
Goal- is be consistent with WHO. Nature plays a crucial role in human health.

Come and explore the trails of Everett Crowley Park as we listen to, and learn about frogs and other wildlife that come awake in the evening.

Step into a morning of calm, reflection, and connection at Mindfulness Talk in the Park. Guided by a registered social worker, Janice D’Souza, this event blends gentle movement, mindfulness practices, ways to manage seasonal affective disorder, and meaningful conversation — all in the heart of nature.

On September 20th, World Cleanup Day A Greener Future is teaming up with UNSMOKE to host massive litter cleanup events in Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver as part of a national campaign to collect 1 million cigarette butts in just one month.

On September 20th, World Cleanup Day, A Greener Future is teaming up with UNSMOKE to host massive volunteer cleanup events in Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver as part of a national campaign to collect 1 million cigarette butts in just one month.

On September 20th, World Cleanup Day, A Greener Future is teaming up with UNSMOKE to host massive litter cleanup events in Montreal, Vancouver, and Toronto as part of a national campaign to collect 1 million cigarette butts in just one month.

The Guelph Covered Bridge spans the confluence of the Speed and Eramosa Rivers. Come hear storytellers tell about the bridge building, the community river cleanups, and share in reflecting on the sacred significance of confluences.

Join us for teachings about Indigenous medicines and plants, earth work and arts. Participants can get their hands dirty in the Indigenous Medicine Garden, explore flower pressing and dyes using Wendat Sunflowers andharvest medicines and make tea.

Why is the 1613 Two Row Wampum Treaty significant for contemporary reconciliation? How do the rivers heal us? How can we care for our rivers?

Join us at the Mission Marsh Conservation Area on the shores of beautiful Lake Superior for Park Your Stories. Share a story or just listen. Everyone welcome. There’s nothing better than being outdoors in fall with friends AND stories!

Join the Edmonton River Valley Conservation Coalition for a screening of a documentary highlighting the incredible restoration efforts at Dawson Park in the Edmonton River Valley.

There is magic and mystery to be found in the grasses. but what is a native tallgrass prairie?Join us on a walk through the world of Ontario’s native Grasslands and discover the wonder of the prairie! French language service is available upon request.

Join Paws for Parks for a tail-wagging good time as we stroll through High Park’s ravines learning about this unique ecosystem and how we and our furry friends can protect nature.

How do you thank a forest? Join us for park stewardship activities and a gratitude themed nature walk. French language service is available upon request. Please let us know.

The garden community will gather to replace an old, hard used shed where everything is stacked on everything else! And broken areas abound. The picture is the garden shed at 4yrs old. Now: 15yr

A through McCarthy Woods with tree expert Owen Clarkin, who will teach us about the trees that grow in our parks and woodlands. Owen will talk about various tree species found in local woods, how to identify them, which trees are native vs invasive.

On this walk, we’ll explore the history of Mud Lake and identify some of the creatures that live there. Beth collects samples of the lake water in specimen jars, in which you can observe small critters with the naked eye and with a magnifying glass.

Get to know your feathered Neighbours! The fall season brings thousands of waterbirds to the coast of Metro Vancouve. This is an introduction to birding event, birders of all skill levels and interests are welcome. Binoculars are available to borrow.

Get to know your feathered neighbours! The fall season brings thousands of waterbirds to Metro Vancouver. This is an introduction to birding event and welcomes birders of all skill levels and interests. Binoculars will be available to borrow.

Join Free the Fern for our Nature is for Everyone Planting! All ages and abilities are welcome to help plant native plants along the Champlain Heights Trails in South Van. Gloves, tools, and refreshments provided. Together, we can heal the forest!

Halloween costumes are welcome at this spooky fall program. We will explore the forest, thinking about all the things that creepy crawl and scare us! French language service is available upon request. Please let us know.

As the leaves change colour and the air turns crisp, take a moment to join us for a walk through the Park capturing all the signs of fall! Bring your cell phone, camera or other photo-taking devices to capture all the evidence of changing seasons.

Join us for a Family Volunteer Day in the park this late fall! French language service is available upon request. Please let us know.

Join us around the campfire. We will be learning how to build fires, roasting some snacks and enjoying some time in the forest. French language service is available upon request. Please let us know.

Join us for the 13th annual Bird Count for Kids! This fun and educational community science project is perfect for young birders. French language service is available upon request. Please let us know.