In these unprecedented times of COVID-19, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is offering new opportunities to engage and learn through virtual and in-person events and programs that meet physical distancing and other safety measures. Learn about how we are implementing provincial safety protocols at TRCA.
TRCA Events Calendar
From across the watershed, TRCA hosts exciting webinars and e-learning activities, guided hikes, festivals and other seasonal events, educational workshops, and public consultations. Come explore nature, culture, and the environment in Toronto and the GTA!
Bike the Creek
@ Virtual
Jun 9 – Jun 30 all-day
12:00 am
Bike the Creek is a FREE event aimed at encouraging people of all ages to discover the joys of cycling. Discover the spectacular valleys, trails and historic landmarks, urban, and rural settings of Brampton, Mississauga,...
Jun 14 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
6:00 pm
The City of Brampton and Toronto and Region Conservation Authority invite those who fall within the consultation area (see attached map) to a public meeting regarding the retrofit of Alexander McVean Vista, George T. Ward...
Jun 15 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
10:00 am
Wetlands are an essential part of ecosystems and can be sensitive to changes in water inputs resulting from development. Wetlands can naturally control flood peaks by retaining water and allowing the slow release of water...
Frog Watch
@ Online Webinar - Ages 6+
Jun 15 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
12:00 pm
Listen to the sounds of spring! Learn about Ontario’s frogs and toads and how to identify them by their unique calls. Afterwards, try creating the calls at home and building a toad shelter for the...
Frog Watch: For Kids!
@ Private Event - For Kids
Jun 15 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
7:00 pm
Listen to the sounds of spring! TRCA is partnering with a Caledon community group to learn about Ontario’s frogs and toads and how to identify them by their unique calls! This program is a private...
Nature in Your Classroom – Exploring Nature
@ YouTube live
Jun 16 @ 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm
2:00 pm
Bring us into your classroom – virtually! Our Watershed on Wheels educators are going live on YouTube with curriculum-connected lessons about the natural world! As you tune in along with other classes across the GTA,...
Jun 17 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
1:00 pm
Learn how to keep health and safety a priority this winter while staying environmentally responsible. Salt does an amazing job melting ice and improving traction in parking lots. But applying too much salt shortens the...
Species-At-Risk in the Urban Jungle
@ Online Webinar - General Audience
Jun 17 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
2:00 pm
Did you know that the Toronto Area is home to lots of amazing rare and Threatened animals? Learn about some of the Species-At-Risk that share your city, your neighborhood or even your home! From Chimney...
Microplastics: Tiny but Dangerous
@ Online Webinar - General Audience
Jun 17 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
6:30 pm
Microplastics are tiny bits of plastic that often go unnoticed in beaches, parks and urban areas – but the impacts they cause are anything but small! Join us to learn about microplastics, from what they...
Fresh Air Fridays Camp
@ Kortright Centre for Conservation
Jun 18 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
9:00 am
Suitable for children ages 4 to 10. Is your child needing a break from all the screen time? Are you looking for an outdoor program for your child that will complement their online learning? Bring...
Jun 19 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
11:00 am
Join us virtually from the Half Way House kitchen to bake some of our popular cookie recipes from our historic kitchen. We will delve into the fascinating history of cookies and the ingredients that make...
Jun 19 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
2:00 pm
Let us help you put a spring in your step as we shake off the winter blues with a Virtual Family Workshop all about parties in the past. This workshop will explore the fashion, the...
Jun 21 @ 8:00 am – 11:30 am
8:00 am
Join us online on National Indigenous People’s Day as we celebrate and renew relationships to the land, and to each other. This FREE virtual event is open to all – children, families, students, Indigenous and...
Gardening for Pollinators
@ Online
Jun 21 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
7:00 pm
Pollinators such as butterflies, birds, bats, and bees play a vital role in maintaining a healthy environment and sustainable food system. The Durham Master Gardeners will discuss some of our important native pollinators and the...
Milkweed to Monarchs
@ Online Webinar - Ages 6+
Jun 22 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
12:00 pm
Did you know monarch butterflies migrate 4,800km to Mexico every fall? Join us during Pollinator Week to learn about the special relationship between monarchs and milkweed, the fascinating transformation of a monarch from egg to...
Gardening for Birds, Butterflies and Beyond
@ Online Webinar - General Audience
Jun 22 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
6:30 pm
Helping the environment starts in your own backyard. Learn how to attract and protect native pollinators, such as Monarch butterflies and Ruby-throated Hummingbirds with beautiful landscape features. This presentation is intended for General Audiences: Beginner...
Jun 22 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
7:00 pm
Claireville Conservation Area, located within the eastern edge of the City of Brampton, is TRCA’s largest passive-use conservation area. Join us for a virtual introduction to Claireville Conservation Area at a 1.5-hour webinar. Learn about...
Bumble Bee Watch
@ Online Webinar - Ages 6+
Jun 23 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
6:30 pm
Discover the diversity of native bees! Learn how to tell a bee from a wasp, and how to identify common bumble bees in the Greater Toronto Area. This program is intended for ages 6+: Beginner...
Jun 24 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
12:00 pm
Abstract The Fletchers Creek Sustainable Neighborhood Action Plan (SNAP) was endorsed by Brampton City Council and CVC Board of Directors in 2019. The plan aims to bring together local residents and community leaders to make...
Jun 24 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
1:00 pm
Bring your current sustainability project and any challenges you may be facing to share and learn with the Partners in Project Green network. Crowd source solutions and drive your sustainability projects forward. This speed-dating style...
Sustainable Balcony Gardening
@ Online Webinar - General Audience
Jun 24 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
6:30 pm
Do you want to start or improve upon your balcony garden? Join the Toronto Region and Conservation Authority (TRCA) for this one hour virtual workshop to learn about the inspiring beauty and practical benefits of...
Jun 26 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
11:00 am
Join us virtually from the Half Way House kitchen to bake some of our popular cookie recipes from our historic kitchen. We will delve into the fascinating history of cookies and the ingredients that make...
Jun 26 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
2:00 pm
Let us help you put a spring in your step as we shake off the winter blues with a Virtual Family Workshop all about parties in the past. This workshop will explore the fashion, the...
Conserving the Buzz
@ Online Webinar - Ages 6+
Jul 6 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
12:00 pm
Bumble bees are important insect pollinators, and can be found in habitats like meadows, grasslands, wetlands, forests and farms. Unfortunately, some species that were once extremely common in the Greater Toronto Area are becoming increasingly...
Discover Toronto’s Ravines
@ Online Webinar - General Audience
Jul 7 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
6:30 pm
Join Ellen Schwartzel on behalf of the Toronto Field Naturalists and Tisha Tan from Toronto and Region Conservation Authority for an engaging introduction to Toronto’s ravine landscapes. Learn about ravine wildlife, the critical ecological services...
From Milkweed to Monarchs
@ Online Webinar - Ages 6+
Jul 8 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
6:30 pm
Did you know monarch butterflies migrate 4,800km to Mexico every fall? Join us to learn about the special relationship between monarchs and milkweed, the fascinating transformation of a monarch from egg to butterfly, and their...
Creating Bird Habitat
@ Private Event
Jul 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
1:00 pm
Did you know chickadees need a cavity, like a hollow tree, to nest? Learn about cavity nesting birds and how you can support them in your backyard and neighbourhood. This program is a private event....
Bird Sounds: Understand your feathered neighbours
@ Private Event
Jul 14 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
1:00 pm
Listen to the sounds of spring! Join us for an interactive presentation about how birds communicate. Enjoy interesting bird songs, calls and more, and learn some tips to remember them! This is a private event.
Beautiful Native Plants: Less Work, Less Water
@ Online Webinar - General Audience
Jul 15 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
6:30 pm
Native plants are beautiful, easy to grow options for any space. Get inspired and gain the resources to plan your own natural garden oasis! Receive a free e-copy of the Greening Your Grounds Homeowner’s Guide...
Sustainable Balcony Gardening
@ Private Event- Online Webinar
Jul 19 @ 7:45 pm – 8:45 pm
7:45 pm
Learn about the inspiring beauty and practical benefits of gardening on your balcony, with a focus on native plants and edibles. You will leave with the know-how to bring your small outdoor space to life....
Bumble Bee Watch
@ Private Event
Jul 20 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
7:30 pm
Discover the diversity of native bees! Learn how to tell a bee from a wasp, and how to identify common bumble bees in the Greater Toronto Area. This is a private event.
All About Bats
@ Online Webinar - Ages 6+
Jul 21 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
11:00 am
Did you know that a little brown bat can eat over 1,000 insects in one hour? Join us to learn more about bat species in the Toronto area and how to identify them! We will...
Species at Risk in the Urban Jungle
@ Private Event- Online Webinar
Jul 21 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
1:00 pm
Did you know that the Toronto Area is home to lots of amazing rare and Threatened animals? Learn about some of the Species-At-Risk that share your city, your neighborhood or even your home! From Chimney...
Bumble Bee Watch
@ Online Webinar - Ages 6+
Jul 27 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
6:30 pm
Discover the diversity of native bees! Learn how to tell a bee from a wasp, and how to identify common bumble bees in the Greater Toronto Area. This program is intended for ages 6+: Beginner...
From Milkweed to Monarchs
@ Online Webinar - Ages 6+
Aug 19 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
1:00 pm
Did you know monarch butterflies migrate 4,800km to Mexico every fall? Join us to learn about the special relationship between monarchs and milkweed, the fascinating transformation from egg to butterfly, and and how you can...
Sep 16 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
12:00 pm
Abstract Green Streets enhance the City’s right-of-way through the implementation of Green Infrastructure (GI), such as permeable pavers, storm water tree pits, and bioretention facilities. Maintenance and operations of GI assets is critical to enable...
Sep 30 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
12:00 pm
Abstract Tree pit systems integrate common street trees with stormwater management as a viable and sustainable alternative to traditional “end of pipe” practices in achieving volume control and nutrient reduction, as well as providing uncompacted...
Oct 5 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
10:00 am
Urbanization, in general, increases impervious cover in a watershed. When impervious cover is increased, precipitation does not infiltrate as it would naturally. Instead, rainfall is quickly piped and channeled directly to the watercourse. Increase in...
Oct 21 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
12:00 pm
Abstract The Ontario government’s Flood Strategy includes recommendations to further enhance natural hazard policies in the 2020 Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) and to update existing technical guidelines. As flooding and erosion hazards are inextricably linked,...
Nov 4 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
12:00 pm
Abstract Integrating nature based solutions into urban infrastructure has become an important policy objective to mitigate climate change impacts and make a more resilient urban landscape. However urban waterfront sites present several challenges which require...
Nov 25 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
12:00 pm
Abstract Over the past few years, Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) has installed five successful rain gardens at schools within the Credit River watershed and has received numerous requests from schools, teachers, and parents for additional...
Dec 9 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
12:00 pm
Abstract The LID Stormwater Management Planning and Design Guide Wiki was launched in March 2019 as a joint initiative of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, Credit Valley Conservation and Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority. Developed...
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