Toronto and Region Conservation Authority

06/02/2026

Richmond Hill is home to something extraordinary.
The Oak Ridges Corridor Conservation Reserve (ORCCR) protects 175+ hectares of forests, wetlands, meadows, kettle lakes — and part of the historic Humber River.

Our ORCCR Series offers a full season of hikes — from spring through fall — inviting you to discover the natural beauty and heritage.

Join us for our next event on June 18 🌿✨ - https://bit.ly/4nZZmlG

06/02/2026

June marks Pride Month, a time to recognize the ongoing pursuit of justice and equality, and to celebrate the diversity that strengthens our communities. 🏳️‍🌈

Today, TRCA raises the Pride flag at several of our locations, including Albion Hills Conservation Park, Glen Haffy Conservation Park, Indian Line Campground, and The Village at Black Creek, in support of and solidarity with Two-Spirit, le***an, gay, bisexual, trans, q***r, intersex, and questioning (2SLGBTQ+) communities.

Raising the Pride flag is one way we demonstrate our commitment to fostering inclusive, respectful spaces where everyone feels safe, welcome and valued.

06/02/2026

Celebrate Bike Month at Bike Bonanza 2026! 🚲🎉 Join us on Sunday, June 14, 11 AM–2 PM at Garnet A. Williams Community Centre in Vaughan for a FREE family-friendly event full of cycling fun.

Enjoy guided 5 km & 10 km bike rides, e-bike and e-scooter test drives, pedal-powered smoothies, crafts, raffle prizes, and more!

Bring your bike and helmet if joining a guided ride. Pre-registration encouraged.

👉 Learn more and reserve your spot today: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bike-bonanza-2026-tickets-1987553223194?aff=oddtdtcreator


City of Vaughan

06/02/2026

Take time to relax, recharge, and reconnect with nature with a TRCA Conservation Parks Membership🌿

Invest in your health and well-being by spending more time outdoors while discovering the calming benefits of nature all year long. 👉 Get your pass today: https://trca.ca/conservation-parks-memberships/

Access a fun variety of nature and cultural-based offerings at 12 locations across the Greater Toronto Area!

06/01/2026

🐦🌾 From the Field: Breeding bird season is here!

Each May marks the start of breeding bird season. In this video, we visit The Meadoway, an important long-term meadow monitoring site in the heart of Scarborough.

Stretching from the Don Valley to the Rouge, The Meadoway is transforming a hydro corridor into valuable meadow habitat and it’s already having a positive impact on local wildlife.

One species we're closely keeping a monitoring eye on is the Savannah Sparrow.

These small, grassland songbirds build their nests on the ground, hidden among meadow plants. Because they nest so low, they’re especially vulnerable to disturbances like off-leash dogs and urban predators. As cities grow, their populations continue to decline.

That’s why spaces like The Meadoway matter. By restoring and protecting meadow habitat, we’re helping create safer places for species like the Savannah Sparrow to breed, raise their young, and thrive.

Keep an eye (and ear) out during your next visit, you might just spot one!

🔍🌿 Learn more:
The Meadoway: https://themeadoway.ca/
TRCA’s Long-term Monitoring Program: https://bit.ly/49jBtNg 🐦🌱

06/01/2026

Happy Canadian Environment Week! 🌍

This week, we celebrate the steps we can all take to protect our environment! TRCA is working hard every day to restore habitats, improve water quality, and create climate-resilient communities. From monitoring wildlife to protecting wetlands, we’re dedicated to a sustainable future.

This week, take action and do your part for the planet. What will you do today?

👉 Support our efforts by making a donation to the Toronto and Region Conservation Foundation: https://foundation.trca.ca/

06/01/2026

It's ! Before you hit the trails for Bike the Creek, make sure your bike is road-ready! Here are some quick maintenance tips:

🔧 Check your brakes, gears, and tires for wear and tear
🧼 Clean your bike to keep everything running smoothly
⚙️ Tighten bolts and ensure pedals spin freely
🚴 Take a short test ride to make sure everything feels right

A well-tuned bike means a smooth, safe ride. See you on June 13, 2026: https://trca.ca/conservation/watershed-management/etobicoke-mimico-creek/bike-the-creek/

BikeBrampton, Experience Brampton, Visit Caledon, Visit Mississauga, Region of Peel

06/01/2026

June marks National Indigenous History Month — a time to recognize and reflect on the rich histories, cultures, languages, and enduring contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.

At TRCA, we are privileged to work and learn on Treaty Lands and Traditional Territories of many First Nations. Throughout the month, we recognize the importance of listening, learning, and building respectful relationships with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and artists, whose perspectives and knowledge continue to inform our work.

As we recognize National Indigenous History Month, we remain committed to learning, reflection, and supporting relationships that help shape more inclusive and meaningful approaches to conservation, restoration, and public spaces.

05/29/2026

Starting this weekend, there’s a new way to experience the Lake Ontario shoreline! 🌊

This transformed stretch of Mississauga’s waterfront is now the new Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area, a vibrant 26-hectare greenspace creating new opportunities for people and wildlife to connect with nature.

TRCA is proud to have worked in partnership with Credit Valley Conservation, Region of Peel, City of Mississauga - Municipal Government, and City of Toronto to bring this vision to life, restoring a once-degraded shoreline into a thriving natural space.

Starting this Saturday, the public is invited to explore it for themselves. Visitors can experience key wildlife habitat through an expanded network of trails, pathways, bike routes and pedestrian bridges, all designed to support both recreation and conservation.

We’re excited to see the community discover and enjoy this incredible new waterfront space!

05/29/2026

Help support bird conservation and research in Toronto!
This , we get a closer look at the Chestnut-sided Warbler, a familiar migrant at the Tommy Thompson Park Bird Research Station (TTPBRS) and beyond.
Every migration season tells a story - help us keep tracking it. The TTPBRS team is excited to celebrate Birdathon’s 50th Anniversary, which will help raise funds for bird conservation at the TTPBRS! Our work, made possible by a large and dedicated team of volunteers, contributes critical data to the study and conservation of migratory birds. Through comprehensive spring and fall migration monitoring, the station tracks bird populations, migration patterns, and ecosystem health along the Lake Ontario Shoreline. Your donation to the team helps support bird conservation at the TTPBRS!
Protect the birds you love. Click on the link in the reel to donate today.
📌 Please note: All bird handling completed at the Tommy Thompson Park Bird Research Station is conducted by trained professionals operating under federal research permits as part of a long-term monitoring program.