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.
To find common ground in a tumultuous time, we must cure the rampant social isolation that breeds distrust in the first place. We must find new ways to bring people together, and in doing so, build the empathy that’s required for our communities to thrive.
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!
By donating to Park People, you’ll support vibrant parks for everyone.
See what’s on offer in communities across Canada.
TD Park People Grants support local leaders to organize environmental education, sustainability or stewardship events that bring people together across Canada.
The Cornerstone Parks program supports and connects the organizations working in large urban parks across Canada.
Montreal’s Urban Park Champions mentoring program offers dedicated community members from equity-deserving neighbourhoods training and coaching opportunities to help them organize a series of two activities in their local parks.