This calendar highlights TRCA community learning events. For more TRCA events, visit our main calendar.
#AtHomeWithNature EcoHealth is the relationship between human and environmental health. On Tuesday, May 26, join Colin through a live stream to learn more about how it works in action, including hands-on tips for conducting an...
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...
#AtHomeWithNature There would be no plants without healthy soil to nourish them! On Wednesday, May 27, “Chef Chris” will be live streaming to teach us about the ingredients that go into creating the perfect soil....
Whether you are growing vegetables for the first time, or getting back into it, this presentation will cover the why, where and how of growing your own vegetables. It will include a breakdown of cool...
#AtHomeWithNature From oats to machines – on Thursday, May 28 we’re broadcasting live from The Meadoway to share what it takes to prepare the soil beneath a hydro corridor to become a thriving meadow! A...
Rain gardens are beautiful outdoor spaces with a lot going on just below the surface. Their special design absorbs excess rainwater, filtering it as it returns to the soil. Be inspired by beautiful rain gardens...
Learn all about one of the most exciting greenspace revitalization projects in Canada and how you can get involved in creating it with us! Located right here in the GTA, TRCA and our partners are...
Pollinators such as butterflies, birds, bats, and bees play a vital role in maintaining a healthy environment and sustainable food system. Learn about some of our local pollinator species and how to create a pollinator-friendly...
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 program is recommended for...
Climate change is rapidly impacting natural spaces on both a local and global scale, including our yards. Join us for an introductory gardening webinar with a focus on climate change resiliency. We will introduce concepts...
Native plants are beautiful, easy to grow options for any space. Join TRCA in collaboration with Credit Valley Conservation and learn about the benefits of native plants for your yard and our urban ecosystems. Get...
How well do you know your local wildlife? You don’t have to leave the city to experience some of the incredible wildlife living nearby! Learn about the unique traits and adaptations of animals living in...
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...
Where does the rain go? Follow the journey of stormwater runoff from our roads and parking lots to our waterways. Learn about the impacts of stormwater in a changing climate, and discover how to take...
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...
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 recommended for families with children...
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....
What are pollinators? Why are they important? Enjoy an interactive presentation all about butterflies, bees and other pollinators! Learn how to attract and support these species at home with pollinator-friendly gardening tips. This program is...
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. Participants will receive online gardening fact sheets and...
Bike the trails with TRCA and discover the hidden beauty of your neighbourhood! The bike tour will include interesting facts about the landscape and local wildlife, along with practical tips such as how to set...
Learn the basics of recreational canoeing or enjoy a leisurely paddle around Lake St. George at sunset! Beginner and seasoned paddlers welcome. Family Friendly. Children must be ages 6 and up, and those under the age...
Learn the basics of recreational canoeing or enjoy a leisurely paddle around Lake St. George at sunset! Beginner and seasoned paddlers welcome. Family Friendly. Children must be ages 6 and up, and those under the age of...
Learn the basics of recreational canoeing and enjoy a leisurely paddle around Lake St. George at sunset! Beginner and seasoned paddlers are welcome. All equipment and personal flotation devices will be provided. This event is...
This weekend combines the first three levels in Basic Canoeing into one course. This is designed to introduce the novice or relatively inexperienced canoeist to paddling. The emphasis is on mastering the fundamentals of tandem...
Think you know what made that mark in the snow? Join us for a half-day workshop to learn to identify the tracks and sign of Ontario’s wildlife. PLEASE NOTE: Previous tracking experience or participation in...
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