Waterfront Regeneration Trust

10/06/2026

Some trails are just getting started. This one’s been going since 1995.

What began as a 300km trail along Lake Ontario, connecting Hamilton to Trenton, has grown into more than 3,000km, linking over 155 communities across Ontario’s Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence River.
Three decades of regeneration, expansion, and communities coming together to protect the waterfront.

Next time you’re out for a ride, you’re riding through 30+ years of history.

Where’s your go-to stretch of the trail? Tell us below. 👇

Waterfront Trail | Did You Know | Great Lakes Waterfront Trail | Trail History | Cycle Ontario | 31 Years

10/06/2026

As October ushers in, we’re spending some time in Muskoka touring our routes and reviewing signage.
Some beautiful roads and scenic stops between Bracebridge, Huntsville, Bala, and Parry Sound.

09/27/2026

What a fabulous weekend on the Trail! 🌳

Yesterday, 100 volunteers rolled up their sleeves at the new Biidaasige Park, joining Trees for Life, the City of Toronto and Waterfront Toronto to plant 500 trees and shrubs. We were delighted to be there with a great team of volunteers from the Doane Grant Thornton Foundation and the Waterfront Regeneration Trust.

The planting is part of a larger initiative to honour Michael de Pencier—accomplished publisher, passionate environmentalist and one of the founders of Trees for Life. Michael envisioned welcome forests along the Great Lakes waterfront, and it was a vision the Waterfront Regeneration Trust was delighted to embrace.

Together, we’ve now collaborated on two planting projects along the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail—at the Arsenal Lands in Mississauga and now at Biidaasige Park in Toronto.

And we see this as just the beginning. By restoring tree canopy and natural areas along the waterfront, we can create greener, healthier and more resilient places—and leave a living legacy along the Trail for generations to come.

A huge thank you to all 100 volunteers who came out and helped put 500 new trees and shrubs in the ground! 🌱

09/27/2026

A beautiful Sunday morning to enjoy Farm Fresh Tours Day 2.
The group is enjoying a guided paddling experience on the Grand River with Six Nations Tourism.
Appreciating our natural environment and immersing in history and heritage.
Chef David will soon provide a locally sourced lunch to nourish after the paddle!
Thank you to our friends and partners at Ontario Greenbelt and CAA South Central Ontariofor their support of Farm Fresh Tours!

09/26/2026

09/24/2026

Share the Road Coalition does it again! The annual Ontario Bile Summit featured an outstanding agenda; with knowledgeable experts and candid conversations.
Special shout out to our friend and partner, Michael Stewart of CAA for sharing their comprehensive study on risks cyclists and pedestrians face at intersections - data that informs discussion about infrastructure recommendations and continued improvement.
Our David Meyer connected with attendees and shared maps, information and the latest news from our booth.
Share The Road CAA South Central Ontario

09/23/2026

Crisp air, golden leaves, quiet stretches of shoreline, and 3,600km of trail waiting to be explored. Autumn might be the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail’s best-kept secret.

Fewer crowds, cooler rides, and views that somehow get even better when the leaves start turning.

Whether it’s a short spin along the water or a full day exploring a new stretch, there’s no better season to get out and ride.

Where are you riding this fall? Drop your favourite trail spot below. 👇

Great Lakes Waterfront Trail | Fall Ride | Cycle Ontario | Autumn On The Trail | Explore Ontario | Waterfront Trail | Fall Colours