As Dave Harvey retires from his co-leadership position at Park People, he reflects on the incredible journey since founding the organization in 2011.
Each year, we support inspiring older adults in Metro Vancouver to reconnect with nature by leading events in their local parks—sparking belonging, joy, and wellness in their communities.
Discover how Arts in the Parks is transforming Toronto’s green spaces into vibrant hubs of creativity—and how Park People helps make it all possible.
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.
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Taiaiako’n Historical Preservation Society
Donna Powless (Cayuga from Six Nations) is the director of Taiaiako’n Historical Preservation Society (THPS), which was formed under the jurisdiction of Chief Arnold General, Beaver Clan, Onondaga, Six Nations. Powless is a researcher into Onkwehonwe sacred sites, an educator and counsellor who teaches Indigenous language arts and has worked tirelessly for the well-being of her community from within many different Native organizations. The mandate of THPS is to protect sacred sites in High Park and the Niwa’ah’ Onega’ Gai’ii (Humber River).