TRCA Events Calendar
Come out and explore Toronto and the GTA by joining an event! Find everything on our events calendar, from guided hikes, festivals and seasonal events, to wild flower planting, workshops and public consultations. See listings for today, this weekend, and each month.
Doors Open Toronto
@ Black Creek Pioneer Village
May 25 @ 11:00 am – May 26 @ 5:00 pm
11:00 am
Enjoy free admission to The Village during Doors Open Toronto presented by Great Gulf and enjoy a look behind some of the oldest doors in the city! With more than 40 buildings dating between 1816 and 1867 Black...
SOLD OUT! Forest Therapy Walk
@ Kortright Centre for Conservation
May 26 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
10:00 am
Forest therapy is a concept based upon the Japanese practice of shinrin yoku (“forest bathing”): the practice of immersing yourself in nature — or more specifically the forest — and connecting with the forest in...
Youth Volunteer Event: Wildflower Planting
@ Humber Gateway trailhead
May 29 @ 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm
4:30 pm
Calling all youth ages 14-17! Help pick-up litter and plant native wildflowers at the Humber Gateway trailhead. Age Range: Youth ages 14-17 (registration required below). Students can receive volunteer hours for participation (must bring tracking...
Learn to Identify Native Bees
@ Greenwood Discovery Pavilion
May 29 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
7:00 pm
Native bees are all around us, and you might not even know what they look like! Through this workshop, you will learn how to identify native bees that live around Ajax. You will also learn...
In class: Understanding Construction, Certification, Inspection and Maintenance of Bioretention Facilities – Oshawa
@ Heritage Hall at Purple Woods Conservation Area
May 30 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
8:30 am
This one-day hands-on course will provide participants with practical skills that will help ensure functional bioretention practices. This training event was produced through the Climate Change Adaptation Platform, with support from Natural Resources Canada and...
May 30 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
4:00 pm
The City of Brampton’s Downtown Core is subject to flooding during extreme storm events (regulatory flood event) and is therefore subject to land use development restrictions under a Special Policy Area Designation. The City of...
Baby Goat Yoga
@ Black Creek Pioneer Village
May 30 @ 5:45 pm – 8:00 pm
5:45 pm
Grab your mat and join us at the heart of the historic Village at Black Creek for a yoga session that will transport you to another world. Presented in partnership with Fox Den Yoga. Sessions...
Readings In The Woods
@ Kortright Centre for Conservation
May 30 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
7:00 pm
See what happens when you mix theatre and nature. Read a role or just take a stroll through nature, immersed in a site-specific playreading by Shadowpath Theatre Productions! Starting indoors with introductions and a synopsis...
Community Planting
@ Small Arms Inspection Building
Jun 1 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
10:00 am
Get dirty while enjoying the outdoors! Plant native tree and shrubs, assist with the young tree monitoring program and help pick up litter around your park. This is a family friendly event and youth of...
Crawling Crayfish
@ Claremont Field Centre
Jun 1 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
10:00 am
Celebrate spring with family fun! Get up close with the crawling crayfish and other fascinating creatures that make their home in the streams at Claremont Nature Centre. Help us study the stream environment by collecting...
Wildlife Walk
@ Tommy Thompson Park
Jun 1 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
10:00 am
Join us to discover what Toronto’s wildlife is up to through the seasons! Meet at the Nature Centre Registration coming soon
TTP Bird Walks
@ Tommy Thompson Park
Jun 2 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am
8:00 am
Join us and discover Toronto’s Important Bird Area! Tommy Thompson Park is an amazing spot for bird watching: 316 species of birds have been recorded here, including more than 55 breeding species. The park is...
SOLD OUT! Silent Retreat
@ Kortright Centre for Conservation
Jun 2 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
10:00 am
This five-hour silent retreat will give you the opportunity to experience mindfulness-in-nature practices that allow you to rest your mind, connect with yourself and your body, and deepen your relationship to nature. The retreat will...
Forest Bathing – Eco-Health Walk
@ Tommy Thompson Park
Jun 2 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
11:00 am
How can the healing power of nature help with your spring detox? Meet at the Park Entrance. Registration coming soon.
WAITLIST: Hike the Headwaters
@ Oak Ridges Corridor, Bethesda trailhead parking lot
Jun 4 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
10:00 am
Registration for this event is now full. To join the waiting list, email liana.dandrea@trca.ca, indicating your phone number and the number of adults and children in your group. Discover the headwaters of the Rouge, Don...
Baby Goat Yoga
@ Black Creek Pioneer Village
Jun 6 @ 5:45 pm – 8:00 pm
5:45 pm
Grab your mat and join us at the heart of the historic Village at Black Creek for a yoga session that will transport you to another world. Presented in partnership with Fox Den Yoga. Sessions...
Get into The Meadoway-Toronto’s biggest new green space!
@ Toronto Public Library-Macgregor Park Branch
Jun 6 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
6:30 pm
Learn all about Toronto’s biggest new greenspace, The Meadoway, and what you can do to help create it. Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and partners are working to convert an underused hydro corridor into...
Jun 7 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
11:30 am
Professional Access Into Employment (PAIE) is an innovative bridge training program led by TRCA that helps internationally-trained environmental professionals launch their careers in Engineering, Geoscience, Environmental Science and Planning. We are now accepting applications until...
Frog Watch at Tasca Park
@ Tasca Park
Jun 7 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
7:00 pm
Listen for the sounds of spring! Learn about Ontario’s frogs and toads and how to identify them by their unique calls. Enjoy an evening walk through a wetland to monitor local frog and toad populations!...
Guided Bike Tour
@ Claireville Conservation Area
Jun 7 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
7:00 pm
Bike the trails this June with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and discover the hidden beauty of your neighbourhood! Join us as we guide you along bike routes in Brampton while highlighting interesting facts about...
Altona Forest Hike: Birding the Panhandle
@ Altona Forest; Autumn Cres. Entrance
Jun 8 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am
8:00 am
Mikal will lead this early morning hike to the best place in Altona Forest to see various species of birds. Meet at Autumn Crescent entrance across from Foxwood Trail. Altona Forest Stewardship Committee Leader: Mikal...
Ontario Fish Identification Workshop
@ Durham College - University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Jun 8 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
9:00 am
June 8 and 9 The 2019 Fish ID workshop will involve a series of lectures and hands-on experiences designed to highlight the key identification features of Ontario’s fish families and selected species. This course is...
Camping 101
@ Indian Line Campground
Jun 8 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
1:00 pm
S’mores and so much more! Learn to camp with TRCA this summer! We’ll teach you everything you need to know –- from setting up a tent, to building a campfire and even cooking tips. All...
TTP Bird Walks
@ Tommy Thompson Park
Jun 9 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am
8:00 am
Join us and discover Toronto’s Important Bird Area! Tommy Thompson Park is an amazing spot for bird watching: 316 species of birds have been recorded here, including more than 55 breeding species. The park is...
Webinar: Risk and Return on Investment Tool for Flood Mitigation
@ Online Webinar
Jun 12 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
12:00 pm
This webinar will provide an overview of the Risk and Return on Investment Tool (RROIT) for Flood Mitigation, including demonstration of input requirements and types of outputs generated by the tool through a case study. ...
Native Plants: the easier, environmentally friendly choice
@ Toronto Public Library-Cliffcrest Branch
Jun 13 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
6:30 pm
Native Plants are not only important for supporting the needs of local wildlife, but are better adapted to the local environment which means less maintenance! Learn how to be an ecologically conscious gardener while growing...
Guided Bike Tour
@ Rosalea Park
Jun 14 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
7:00 pm
Bike the trails this June with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and discover the hidden beauty of your neighbourhood! Join us as we guide you along bike routes in Brampton while highlighting interesting facts about...
Kids Run for Nature – Brampton
@ Claireville Conservation Area
Jun 15 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am
8:00 am
TRCA will be hosting a Kids’ Run for Nature at Claireville Conservation Area in collaboration with World Wildlife Fund Canada to celebrate wildlife and the natural heritage and recreational value of the Humber River watershed...
Stories of the Spit
@ Tommy Thompson Park
Jun 15 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
10:00 am
Hear the story of Tommy Thompson Park and share your own! Meet at the Nature Centre Registration coming soon
Soldiers and Spies
@ Black Creek Pioneer Village
Jun 15 @ 11:00 am – Jun 16 @ 5:00 pm
11:00 am
Enjoy a fun-filled weekend of muskets, soldiers and spies with this Revolutionary War Reenactment at Black Creek Pioneer Village! Saturday June 15th & Sunday June 16th, 11:00 to 5:00 pm Explore the Encampments Revolutionary War reenactors...
Botany Hill Park Planting-Walk to The Meadoway
@ Curran Community Centre Parking lot
Jun 16 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
10:00 am
Celebrate Father’s Day with a planting event and nature walk! This event begins with planting trees and shrubs at Botany Hill Park with the City of Toronto from 10:00am-12:00pm. After the planting, take a walk...
Jun 18 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
11:30 am
Professional Access Into Employment (PAIE) is an innovative bridge training program led by TRCA that helps internationally-trained environmental professionals launch their careers in Engineering, Geoscience, Environmental Science and Planning. We are now accepting applications until...
St. Andrews Gardening Maintenance
@ St Andrews Pollinator Garden
Jun 19 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
5:00 pm
Help Town of Ajax maintain its pollinator habitat by coming out to plant native wildflowers and pull invasive plants. High school students can earn volunteer hours. REGISTER NOW
Information Session: How internationally-trained environmental professionals can apply to the PAIE program
@ Etobicoke Civic Centre (Meeting Room #3)
Jun 20 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
5:30 pm
Professional Access Into Employment (PAIE) is an innovative bridge training program led by TRCA that helps internationally-trained environmental professionals launch their careers in Engineering, Geoscience, Environmental Science and Planning. We are now accepting applications until...
Guided Bike Tour
@ Chinguacousy Park Ski Chalet
Jun 21 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
7:00 pm
Bike the trails this June with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority and discover the hidden beauty of your neighbourhood! Join us as we guide you along bike routes in Brampton while highlighting interesting facts about...
Summer Solstice Paddle
@ Lake St. George Field Centre
Jun 22 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
9:00 am
Learn the basics of recreational canoeing or enjoy a leisurely paddle around Lake St. George! Beginner and seasoned paddlers welcome. Age Range: Family Friendly. Children must be ages 6 and up, and those under the...
Workshop: Tree Identification
@ Kortright Centre for Conservation
Jun 22 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
9:00 am
Join an experienced urban forester for an interactive, hands-on training session to increase your Tree ID skills. This workshop will cover common tree species found in Ontario, natural history knowledge, keys and tips and tricks...
WAITLIST: Canoe Certification Course- ORCKA Safe Canoeing Program
@ Lake St. George Field Centre
Jun 22 @ 12:00 pm – 3:15 pm
12:00 pm
Registration for this event is now full. To join the waiting list, please email liana.dandrea@trca.ca, indicating your phone number and the number of adults and children in your group. New to canoeing? Learn the basics...
Workshop: Wildflowers – Beyond the Field Guide
@ Kortright Centre for Conservation
Jun 23 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
9:00 am
Develop your wildflower identification skills as we focus on the vast array of wildflowers in bloom at this time of year — including some more-difficult-to-ID species. In addition, we will discuss topics that are “beyond...
Baby Goat Yoga
@ Black Creek Pioneer Village
Jun 27 @ 5:45 pm – 8:00 pm
5:45 pm
Grab your mat and join us at the heart of the historic Village at Black Creek for a yoga session that will transport you to another world. Presented in partnership with Fox Den Yoga. Sessions...
Party Like It’s 1867!
@ Black Creek Pioneer Village
Jul 1 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
11:00 am
This Canada Day weekend we invite you to Party Like it’s 1867! Party on the Green Experience the excitement of a 19th century carnival as performers attempt feats of daring and skill! With musicians, theatrical...
Caledon Canada Day
@ Albion Hills Conservation Area
Jul 1 @ 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm
6:00 pm
Join us for Canada’s birthday party July 1! Albion Hills is your destination for a Canada Day celebration like no other. With music, strolling entertainers, tractor rides, wood carving demonstrations, archery lessons, food trucks, swimming...
Youth Volunteer Event: Tree Maintenance at Austin Drive Park
@ Austin Drive Park (meet at Markham Rugby Club)
Jul 3 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
9:00 am
Get outside and help maintain newly planted trees! Together we’ll pull invasive plants and add mulch to help these young trees grow into a forest. Age Range: Youth entering or returning to secondary school in September...
Youth Volunteer Event: Tree Maintenance at Austin Drive
@ Austin Drive Park (meet at Markham Rugby Club)
Jul 4 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
9:30 am
Get outside and help maintain newly planted trees! Together we’ll pull invasive plants and add mulch to help these young trees grow into a forest. Age Range: Youth entering or returning to secondary school in September...
Sunset Paddle
@ Lake St. George Field Centre
Jul 4 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
7:00 pm
Learn the basics of recreational canoeing or enjoy a leisurely paddle around Lake St. George at sunset! Beginner and seasoned paddlers welcome. Age Range: Family-friendly. Children must be ages 6 and up, and those under the...
Paddle Lake St. George
@ Lake St. George Field Centre
Jul 6 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
1:00 pm
Learn the basics of recreational canoeing or enjoy a leisurely paddle around Lake St. George! Beginner and seasoned paddlers welcome. Age Range: Family Friendly. Children must be ages 6 and up, and those under the age...
Adventure Away Camp at Claremont Field Centre (overnight)
@ Claremont Field Centre
Jul 7 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
10:00 am
Give your child the opportunity to make the 400 acres of Claremont Nature Centre their home for a week! Let the forest, stream, and meadow become their backyard, and let their interests and passions guide the day. They will...
Nature Camps at Claremont – Amazing Animals! (day)
@ Claremont Field Centre
Jul 8 all-day
12:00 am
Connect with nature through hikes, games and creative play! Time: 9:00-4:00 with optional extended care (7:30 to 9:00 and 4:00-5:30) Campers will learn about the different animal groups though hikes, games, and activities. Follow animal...
Nature Camp on The Spit (day)
@ Tommy Thompson Park
Jul 8 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
9:00 am
Monday, July 8 to Friday, July 12, 2019 Nature Camp on The Spit offers opportunity to discover our city’s animal and plant life among wetlands and meadows. Our mornings of exploring the natural world will...
Durham Region: Conservation Youth Corps – Robertson Park
@ Alex Robertson Park
Jul 9 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
5:00 pm
Get outdoors and earn high school volunteer hours! Learn how to safely use equipment and participate in environmental conservation. Eligibility: At least 14 years of age; Currently enrolled in High School and returning in September...
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