Laboratory and field research in Minnesota over the last 20 years has endeavored to develop innovative strategies to overcome many challenges facing stormwater practitioners. These challenges include …

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. …

Underground infiltration practices are low impact development measures designed to treat stormwater runoff by conveying it into underground infrastructure that promotes infiltration. Common configurat…

The face of Toronto’s waterfront is transforming and providing huge benefits to visitors, residents, and the natural environment. Many large-scale projects are currently underway to upgrade infrastruc…

Learn painting techniques while immersed in the unique beauty of Tommy Thompson Park! We’ll enjoy a short hike through Toronto’s Urban Wilderness and gain inspiration from nature to create our own wor…

This event is now fully booked. To be added to the waitlist please contact christopher.bialek@trca.ca. Join us for an exciting Earth Hour celebration! Bring your family out for an evening of adventur…

Enjoy one or both of our guided experiences during a day of old-fashioned fun and the cheerful pursuits of early spring. Join a costumed historian and build a toasty campfire, discover maple syrup tra…

From garden design to starting a backyard composter, learn what to do to kick start your lawn and garden this spring! You will leave this workshop with a plan for a healthy, beautiful yard. Receive on…

Come learn the basics of how to make your vegetable garden bloom this summer. Beginner level information. TRCA is committed to creating an accessible experience for all participants. If you require an…

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 copy of the Greening Your Grounds Homeowner’s…

Join The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and learn about rain barrels. Rain barrels are an easy, inexpensive way to re‐use rainwater for your garden or lawn. This workshop will teach …

Let your senses guide you as you discover nature in unique ways. During this morning walk, your perceptions of how nature works will be sharpened as you uncover nature’s subtleties through the magic o…

Learn painting techniques while immersed in the unique beauty of Tommy Thompson Park! We’ll enjoy a short hike through Toronto’s Urban Wilderness and gain inspiration from nature to create our own wor…

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 learn about invasive species and how to identify and control them in their garden and community. This event is intended for Ages 6+: - Beginner level information - Activities and con…

Please join us for the Baseline Coastal Habitat Survey for the Canadian Great Lakes Webinar Series – a four-part webinar series on Wednesdays and Thursdays between April 19 to 27, 2023. Environment a…

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 pollinato…

Please join us for the Baseline Coastal Habitat Survey for the Canadian Great Lakes Webinar Series – a four-part webinar series on Wednesdays and Thursdays between April 19 to 27, 2023. Environment a…

Listen, do you hear it? The sounds of spring! Come and discover the common Ontario frog and toad species as we celebrate their spring emergence! We will hike into a wetland as citizen scientists and l…

Bring us into your classroom - virtually! Our Watershed on Wheels educators are live on YouTube with curriculum-connected lessons about the natural world! As you tune in along with other classes acro…

Community tree planting and litter clean-up. The TRCA is partnering with the City of Pickering for another Take Pride in Pickering event! Get involved today! Equipment and a planting demonstration wil…

Go beyond basic gardening knowledge to help your vegetable plants sprout and grow all summer. Beginner level information. TRCA is committed to creating an accessible experience for all participants. I…

Let's come together on Earth Day and clean up our community! Learn about microplastics, stormwater pollution, and the importance of keeping our natural areas free of litter. Next, we will work togethe…

Join us for the 31st annual community park cleanup organized by our Watershed Champion Alan Roy. Helps us get rid of plastic bags, bottles, cans and other litter along the trails. Working together, …

Join us for an interactive workshop about native plants and how they attract birds and butterflies. Participants will take home a wildflower seed starter. This event is intended for Ages 6+: Beginne…

Climate change is a new reality. Learn what we can do to help protect and adapt our gardens to the effects of climate change. This event is intended for Ages 6+: - Beginner level information - Activit…

Please join us for the Baseline Coastal Habitat Survey for the Canadian Great Lakes Webinar Series – a four-part webinar series on Wednesdays and Thursdays between April 19 to 27, 2023. Environment a…

Please join us for the Baseline Coastal Habitat Survey for the Canadian Great Lakes Webinar Series – a four-part webinar series on Wednesdays and Thursdays between April 19 to 27, 2023. Environment a…

What do you do after bringing home a tree or shrub from the nursery? Learn planting and maintenance best practices to ensure it remains healthy for years to come. This event is intended for Ages 6+: -…

Become a Citizen Science and/or Community Event Volunteer and assist TRCA staff with priority projects by participating in a variety of volunteer restoration and community engagement opportunities! Re…