Friends of the Rouge Watershed

Friends of the Rouge Watershed Giving Nature a voice and a helping hand.

Friends of the Rouge Watershed (FRW) was formed in 1991 by Cathy Gregorio and other volunteers to continue the community awareness and involvement work which led to the March 26, 1990, announcement of the Rouge Park. Between 1990 and 1993, FRW contributed regularly to the development of the Rouge Park Management Plan with input from people such as Kevin O'Connor, Rosita Po***ck, Neera Shukla, Lind

a Beckett, Cathy Gregorio, Jim Robb, Chris Evans, Marg Shanks, Gay Cowbourne, Rob Saftich, Dianne Ross and many others. The founding members of FRW were originally involved with Rouge issues through Lois James and Save the Rouge Valley System (SRVS).

Look and see what's been spotted by friends of the Rouge WatershedRed-headed WoodpeckerSome forty species-at-risk live i...
04/07/2026

Look and see what's been spotted by friends of the Rouge Watershed

Red-headed Woodpecker

Some forty species-at-risk live in the Rouge and Duffins Watersheds. An endangered red-headed woodpecker, a Canadian species at risk, was recently observed by FRW in a mature woodland in Markham's Milne Park. They need tree cavities for their nests, and they eat insects, acorns, and other nuts, which they store in cracks in the wood and bark of trees.

Coopers Hawk

A pair of Cooper's hawks was recently observed by FRW in Markham's Milne Park. Cooper's hawks are becoming regular visitors to urban forests where they eat pigeons and squirrels.

Join us for our annual community event! You will create a beautiful winter wreath to brighten everyone's spirit as winte...
12/07/2025

Join us for our annual community event! You will create a beautiful winter wreath to brighten everyone's spirit as winter nears. Materials, supplies, and refreshments will be provided. This is a drop-in style event—come for as long as you like. 

Spots are limited, so if you want to come make sure to email [email protected] to secure your spot!

There is no cost to this event, but donations are welcome. Donors who give $35 or more will receive a limited-edition Friends of the Rouge t-shirt. For more information on how to donate, visit friendsoftherouge.ca/donate or click the link in our bio.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Address

2259 Meadowvale Road
Toronto, ON
M1X1R2

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+14162080252

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