Park People’s Executive Director, Erika Nikolai, has been honoured with the Distinguished Individual Award from World Urban Parks—an international recognition that celebrates her leadership and the growing national movement Park People has helped build here in Canada.
Why are events in parks important? How do grants fit into Park People’s larger goals for creating change in city parks?
InTO the Ravines creates opportunities for Torontonians to come together to explore the ravines, learn about their social and ecological benefits, and champion their preservation.
Host free, community-led park activities in Toronto this summer with the No-Fee Community Activations Booking. This hour-long virtual session will walk you through the booking — what's eligible, and how to apply step by step.
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As Executive Director of Les Amis de la montagne, a nonprofit dedicated to the protection of Mount Royal and its namesake park, Hélène leads the organization in its role as a steward of Montreal’s iconic mountain through advocacy, civic engagement and environmental education. Previously, Hélène served as a director of public affairs and advancement at the Université de Montréal, Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec, and the Canadian Centre for Architecture. An advocate for public space activation with a focus on environmental and heritage conservation, Hélène is committed to supporting Park People in its vital contribution to building strong communities and resilient cities across Canada.