Community
Events

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 at Downsview Park for a FREE caregiver and toddler nature program. Connect with the natural world through hands-on outdoor activities. Registration is required for all attendees. French language service is available upon request.

Movies Under the Stars returns to Downsview Park this year! Our 9th annual movie program will be taking place by the lake. Time: The show will start at dusk (approximately 9:00 pm), but we encourage you to arrive an hour early to get a good spot.

At Orchard Rendezvous, you can enjoy a variety of games, music, and giveaways while spending time with your family and friends. The program is perfect for all ages and is a great way to unwind after a long week.

Live music returns with the Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra filling the neighbourhood with classical renditions of pop anthems and all time favs. Come early for a live DJ set and stay for the show. Bring a chair or just drop by – no ticket required.

Come for the pizza, stay for the community! Join us for a short social ride through Dartmouth, followed by an outdoor flat repair workshop and wood fired pizzas at the Park Avenue Community Oven!

Movies Under the Stars returns to Downsview Park this year! Our 9th annual movie program will be taking place by the lake. **Registration opens July 3. Please visit our website for more information!

At Orchard Rendezvous, you can enjoy a variety of games, music, and giveaways while spending time with your family and friends. The program is perfect for all ages and is a great way to unwind after a long week.

Fun for the whole family!
Our annual Porch View Dances (PVD) celebrates the stories of our local neighbourhood by taking dance out of the theatre and into our daily lives. A pay what you want event.

Unlikely friends look to their past to find a cure to the cycle of destruction. Old junk transforms into masks, puppets and instruments in a hilarious and cautionary folk tale…

This free one-hour performance is fun for ages 6 and up!

Art in the Park: Free outdoor art sessions led by Artbeat alumni! All ages welcome. All supplies provided. Saturdays, 12–1:30 PM in Central Park (4 times a summer). Register: contact@artbeatstudio.ca. Let’s create together!

Neighbours will gather at a garden space to learn about local willow plants used for weaving. Using locally gathered plants participants will weave a willow garden sculpture. Willow items can be installed in the garden to be enjoyed by the community.

An introverts happy hour! Gather with fellow book lovers to share what you’re reading, and settle in for an hour of silent reading together. At the end of the hour, feel free to socialize – or not! Bring your own book and find a cozy spot to read.

Everyone is invited to join a free guided Tree Tour on the səmiq̓ʷəʔelə/Riverview Lands. Meet at the upper entrance of the Henry Esson Young (HEY). Parking is available at the northwest corner of the HEY Building; there is also a portable washroom.

Sit. Stay. Slay! is Calgary’s only dog-inclusive drag event! We offer a family-friendly and dog-inclusive event with performances, vendors, raffle prizes, contests, and more! We work in partnership with local charities, rescues, and businesses.

Free community yoga returns to the Vancouver School Board Park every second Sunday, from June through August. No registration, no fuss, just bring a mat and be ready to feel zen under the lush canopy of the park.

Join us at Downsview Park for a FREE caregiver and toddler nature program. Connect with the natural world through hands-on outdoor activities. Registration is required for all attendees. French language service is available upon request.

Park in Motion is a family-friendly outdoor dance performance series by MillO Dance Projects.

Every other Thursday night from June 26, Graze invites guests to browse a curated selection of produce in an easygoing plaza setting made for slow strolls and thoughtful picks.

Join Alex Israel, MSc (Field Conservation Steward – Bat Conservation Program) for an indoor talk and followed by outdoor walk to explore the fascinating world of bats.

French language service is available upon request. Please let us know.

Join us to become a moth observer or “moth-er!”. We’ll be partnering with the Toronto Entomologists’ Association (TEA) to put this special event on. Please visit our website for more information.

Bike Scouts is an introduction to bikepacking! Also called bike touring, bikepacking involves loading your gear onto your bike and heading out on an adventure—whether it’s to a local campground or across the country. Pre-registration required.

Free plays and group sharing, potluck lunch, fun family games & chorus performance

All Creatures Great & Small is a celebration of all forms of life told in parade, puppetry, music and spectacle. Shadowland is offering free arts workshops and a community parade for all ages on Ward’s Island from July 26th to August 1st.

This hands-on cultural experience allows participants to weave a set of cedar coasters using traditional materials while learning about the teachings and significance of cedar harvesting, preparation, and use.

Dance Migration Project will present a series of workshops and live performance in Brazilian dance, music, and capoeira.

OSC-KN Regens: Volunteers restoring biodiversity and fostering environmental stewardship in our community.
Stop by to learn more about our biodiversity restoration projects and what you can do at home or work to make a difference. All are welcome!

Get ready to get muddy! This free play mud day allows you to go wherever your imagination takes you! More details will be provided to registrants. French language service is available upon request. Please let us know.

Join us at Downsview Park for a FREE caregiver and toddler nature program. Connect with the natural world through hands-on outdoor activities. Registration is required for all attendees. French language service is available upon request

Movies Under the Stars returns to Downsview Park this year! Our 9th annual movie program will be taking place by the lake. **Registration opens July 6. Please visit our website for more information.

At Orchard Rendezvous, you can enjoy a variety of games, music, and giveaways while spending time with your family and friends. The program is perfect for all ages and is a great way to unwind after a long week.

Movies Under the Stars returns to Downsview Park this year! Our 9th annual movie program will be taking place by the lake. **Registration opens July 24. Please visit our website for more information.

At Orchard Rendezvous, you can enjoy a variety of games, music, and giveaways while spending time with your family and friends. The program is perfect for all ages and is a great way to unwind after a long week.

Every other Thursday night from June 26, Graze invites guests to browse a curated selection of produce in an easygoing plaza setting made for slow strolls and thoughtful picks.

OSC-KN Regens: Volunteers restoring biodiversity and fostering environmental stewardship in our community.
Stop by to learn how to identify non-native invasive plants in the forest and your own garden, and easy steps you can take to slow the spread.

Healing and rejuvenating meditation in the old forest of Oakfield Provincial Park using an ancient Tibetan technique called Chulen which enables one to “extract the essence [chi] “from nature promoting healing, increased energy and rejuvenation.

Join us Sunday, Aug 10, 1–3 PM for a fun Bocce Tournament at Marita Payne Park’s Bocce Court near the baseball diamond and playground. Snacks and water provided. All skill levels welcome! come connect and play!

Free community yoga returns to the Vancouver School Board Park every second Sunday, from June through August. No registration, no fuss, just bring a mat and be ready to feel zen under the lush canopy of the park.

Tree Tour & Shrub Giveaway by the LEAF Young Urban Forest Leaders. Explore the beauty of urban trees and learn about their importance in our ecosystem. French language service is available upon request. Please let us know.

Join us on August 10 at 2 PM for the walk at the Waterloo Park. Led by herbalist Julia Lebedeva, enjoy a guided nature walk, eco-crafting, and reflection on sustainable living. Ends at 4 PM with light refreshments.

Join us at Downsview Park for a FREE caregiver and toddler nature program. Connect with the natural world through hands-on outdoor activities. Registration is required for all attendees. French language service is available upon request

Grab the mic and bring the summer vibes! Come sing your heart out at Plaza Karaoke, cheer on local talent, and enjoy an evening filled with music, and zero judgement. All ages and skill levels welcome.

With a tasting cup in hand, guests explore over 20 participating shops and galleries, sampling wines, discovering in-store surprises, and living la dolce vita, South Granville style. Tickets will be available soon!

Join us at Downsview Park for a FREE caregiver and toddler nature program. Connect with the natural world through hands-on outdoor activities. Registration is required for all attendees. Please note that this session will be held only in English.

Every other Thursday night from June 26, Graze invites guests to browse a curated selection of produce in an easygoing plaza setting made for slow strolls and thoughtful picks.

Free community yoga returns to the Vancouver School Board Park every second Sunday, from June through August. No registration, no fuss, just bring a mat and be ready to feel zen under the lush canopy of the park.

Dive into the world of citizen science this August. Perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages, this program invites you to contribute to real scientific research while exploring the great outdoors. French language service is available upon request.

Join us at Downsview Park for a FREE caregiver and toddler nature program. Connect with the natural world through hands-on outdoor activities. Registration is required for all attendees. Please note that this session will be held only in English.

Birding Walk
📅 Saturday, September 7, 2025
Join us for an introductory birding hike led by Jill Kelly. Learn how to spot local birds and discover native plants that help attract and support them. Great for beginners and nature lovers of all

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.