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?
The InTO the Ravines Champions program offers people living near ravines training and support to learn, explore, and celebrate Toronto's one-of-a-kind ravines system.
Learn more about green social prescribing, an evolving practice that encourages individuals to reestablish connections with nature and one another to enhance their mental, physical, and social wellbeing.
A reflection on the BEING BLACK IN PUBLIC Survey Report, exploring how Black communities experience parks and public spaces, and what fosters joy and belonging.
How do we build a healthier, greener, more joyful Toronto? We start at the park. Discover how communities across the city have transformed their green spaces over the past fifteen years. Then roll up your sleeves and help shape what comes next.
By donating to Park People, you’ll support vibrant parks for everyone.
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Indigenous Business Advocate and Co-Owner of Talaysay Tour
Born and raised in the Squamish and Sechelt Nations, Talaysay Campo is a respected Indigenous entrepreneur, health and wellness advocate, and keynote speaker specializing in business and economic reconciliation. As the founder of Talaysay Tours, Love The Land – Indigenous Apparel, and THEDA X NENA skincare, Talaysay integrates cultural teachings, sustainability, and Indigenous knowledge into every venture.
Talaysay Tours showcases the richness of Indigenous culture through eco-tourism experiences, while Love The Land creates apparel inspired by Indigenous art and storytelling, proudly made in Skwxwú7mesh. Her skincare brand, THEDA X NENA, focuses on mineral-rich, natural products rooted in traditional wisdom.
Beyond her business endeavors, Talaysay is dedicated to fostering opportunities for Indigenous youth in tourism and education. She champions cultural revitalization, land-based education, and reclamation, ensuring the preservation and celebration of Indigenous traditions for future generations.
Talaysay’s work bridges cultures and industries, advocating for a shared commitment to sustainability and reconciliation. Her journey is a testament to the power of Indigenous entrepreneurship in shaping a more inclusive and resilient future.