We are looking for two Projects Managers based in the Greater Toronto area. Join Park People and help strengthen community involvement in urban parks across the Park People network in major Canadian cities, including supporting programs delivered in the City of Toronto.
Why are events in parks important? How do grants fit into Park People’s larger goals for creating change in city parks?
Explore inspiring community-led events funded by our microgrants program, from land-based learning to nature walks and skill-sharing workshops.
How colonialism plays out in park practices and how we can work together to embed reconciliation and decolonization.
Discover ways to help you host events in your local parks during extreme heat events.
Each year, Park People Summits bring together our growing network of urban park changemakers to connect, reflect, and explore what’s possible for more inclusive, community-powered parks in our cities.
By donating to Park People, you’ll support vibrant parks for everyone.
Location
Montreal, Quebec
For more information reach out to: czerini-lereste@parkpeople.ca
Montreal’s Urban Park Champions mentoring program offers dedicated community members from equity-deserving neighbourhoods – whether they are beginner or experienced leaders – training and coaching opportunities to help them organize a series of two activities in their local parks.
This program enables 4 two-person teams to promote urban green spaces in their communities, while encouraging visitors to explore, protect and improve these spaces.
Benefits for each Champions:
Candidates must reside in one of the five eligible districts:
Each candidate must apply with a team partner. Together, the team participates in training and organizes the events.
Champions, Equity
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