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?
TD Park People Grants support local leaders to organize environmental education, sustainability or stewardship events that bring people together across Canada.
Explore reports, articles, toolkits, and webinars on racism and inequality in public spaces, with insights to address systemic barriers in parks and urban settings.
Explore inspiring community-led events funded by our microgrants program, from land-based learning to nature walks and skill-sharing workshops.
Come together with community members, park professionals, and municipal staff at the 2025 Park People Vancouver Forum!
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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
The Cornerstone Parks program supports and connects the organizations working in large urban parks across Canada.