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SUMMARY:World Earth Day 2026: Our Power\, Our Planet - Learn & Take Action
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Earth Day to learn about plastic pollution and take meaningful action to protect our community and urban forest. \n\nWorld Earth Day is a moment to reflect\, learn\, and act together. This year\, we are bringing the community together through learning and hands‑on action to address plastic pollution\, litter\, and their impact on Toronto’s neighbourhoods and urban forests. Individual and collective power can drive real environmental progress. \nYou are welcome to participate in: \n\nOur virtual Earth Day learning session\nOur community clean‑up day\nOr both events\n\nEarth Day Virtual Session (Online)\n📅 April 22\, 2026  \n🕘 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM \n💻 Online – Microsoft Teams | Free to Attend \nJoin our virtual Earth Day session focused on plastic pollution and litter clean‑up efforts in Toronto and how these issues affect our urban forests\, local ecosystems\, and community well‑being. \nWhat we’ll cover:\n\nPlastic pollution and litter challenges in Toronto\nImpacts on urban forests\, green spaces\, and wildlife\nCommunity‑led clean‑up initiatives\nHow residents can come together to create local change\n\nThis session is ideal for anyone who wants to learn\, participate from home\, or prepare to take action in their community. \nREGISTER NOW \nCommunity Clean‑Up Day (In Person)\n📅 April 25\, 2026\n🕘 Starting at 9:00 AM\n📍 Meeting point: 440 Cook Rd\, North York\, ON M3J 0A1 \nAs part of the City of Toronto Community Clean‑Up\, community members will come together to remove litter and help protect local green spaces and urban forests. \nWe will be carrying out a community cleanup along the Black Creek community forest parkland border\, starting from Fred Young Park and continuing down to the area bordering 500 Murray Ross Parkway Apartments. Our cleanup will also cover the green space beside the building and the Sentinel Rd / Finch Corridor Trail.\nThis activity is part of our effort to keep our shared spaces clean\, safe\, and welcoming for everyone. If you’re joining us\, please wear comfortable shoes and bring gloves if you have them. Bags and additional supplies will be provided. \nWhat to expect: \n\nParticipate in the City of Toronto Community Clean‑Up\nHelp remove litter from parks and natural areas\nSupport a cleaner\, healthier urban environment\nMeet and work alongside community members\n\nThis clean‑up is open to all community members\, individuals\, families\, and groups are welcome. \nHow to Participate\n\nRegister using the form linked on this page\nSelect whether you will attend:\n\nThe virtual session (April 22)\nThe community clean‑up (April 25)\nOr both\n\n\nYou’ll receive event details and reminders by email\n\n🔗 Registration is required for participants attending the community clean‑up. \nWhy Join?\nPlastic pollution affects more than just our streets; It impacts urban forests\, waterways\, wildlife\, and community health. By learning together and taking action\, we can make a meaningful difference right where we live. \nLearn → Act → Protect Our Community \nRead our latest article on litter in Toronto: How Urban Litter Is Shaping Toronto’s Environmental Footprint \n  \n 
URL:https://eefabecanada.org/event/world-earth-day-2026-our-power-our-planet/
LOCATION:Fred Yong Park\, 440 Cook Read\, North York\, Ontario\, M3J 0A1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Community‑Led Cleanup at Black Creek Parkland
DESCRIPTION:About the Cleanup Event \n\nEnvironmental Education for a Better Earth Canada is hosting another community cleanup at the Black Creek Parkland\, one of Toronto’s most important urban forest and ravine systems. \nThis two‑day community cleanup is part of our ongoing mission to remove plastic pollution from urban forests\, protect biodiversity\, and restore the health of our ravine ecosystems. Volunteers will work together to remove litter\, prevent plastics from reaching waterways\, and give plants and wildlife the space they need to thrive. \n\n📍 What We’ll Be Doing\n✅ Saturday\, May 9\n\nMeet at Fred Young Park\nClean areas bordering residential neighbourhoods and nearby ravines\nFocus on removing visible litter and plastics entering the parkland from surrounding areas\n\n✅ Sunday\, May 10\n\nMove deeper into the Black Creek Parkland\nRemove plastic and general litter trapped in grasses\, soil\, and forested areas\nTarget long‑abandoned waste that continues to stress the ecosystem\n\nOn both days\, collected waste will be sorted on site\, separating recyclable and non‑recyclable materials to ensure proper disposal and recovery. \n🧤 What We Provide\n✔ Waste collection bags\n✔ Protective gloves \n✅ What to Bring: \n\nComfortable clothing\nClosed‑toe shoes\nReusable water bottle\n\n🌱 Why This Matters\nUrban forests and ravines like Black Creek play a critical role in: \n\nSupporting biodiversity\nProtecting watersheds\nRegulating urban temperatures\nImproving community health\n\nPlastic litter blocks plant growth\, contaminates soil\, harms wildlife\, and eventually breaks down into microplastics. Removing it especially before it fragments\, is a powerful way to protect these ecosystems. \nThis community cleanup supports our broader ambition: \n👉 Removing 1 tonne (2\,204.6 pounds) of plastic waste from Toronto’s urban forests by the end of the year. \n✅ Our Impact So Far\n\n269 lbs of waste removed (recyclable and non‑recyclable)\n208 lbs of plastic pollution removed\nMultiple cleanup operations completed in Black Creek Ravine\n\nRead our Latest Cleanup Report \nEvery volunteer helps us move closer to this goal. \n🤝 Get Involved\nWhether you’re a first‑time volunteer or a returning supporter\, your participation in our community cleanup makes a real difference. \n👉 Register to volunteer by completing the form\n  \nTogether\, we can keep Black Creek Parkland clean\, healthy\, and thriving through community cleanup. \n \n 
URL:https://eefabecanada.org/event/community-cleanup-at-black-creek-parkland/
LOCATION:Fred Yong Park\, 440 Cook Read\, North York\, Ontario\, M3J 0A1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:World Environment Day 2026: Guided Nature Walk at Tommy Thompson Park
DESCRIPTION:“Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For our Future”\nJoin us in celebrating World Environment Day 2026 with a guided nature walk at Tommy Thompson Park. This community event offers an opportunity to connect with nature\, learn about local ecology\, and engage in meaningful environmental education in one of Toronto’s most unique natural spaces. \n\nOrganized by Environmental Education for a Better Earth – Canada (EEFABE Canada)\, this guided walk is designed to inspire environmental awareness\, community engagement\, and a deeper appreciation for urban ecosystems. \n📅 Event Details\nEvent: World Environment Day 2026 – Guided Nature Walk\nDate: June 6\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM\nLocation: Tommy Thompson Park (1 Leslie St\, Toronto\, ON M4M 3M2)\nCost: Free\nRefreshments: Light refreshments will be provided \n🌱 What This Event Is About\nWorld Environment Day is a global platform for encouraging awareness and action for environmental protection. This guided nature walk will focus on: \n\n🌍 Facilitating community engagement in environmental stewardship\n📘 Providing environmental education through guided interpretation\n🌿 Connecting participants with local ecology and urban natural habitats\n\nParticipants will explore the natural landscape of Tommy Thompson Park while learning about biodiversity\, conservation\, and the importance of protecting green spaces in urban environments. \nLearn more about the City of Toronto’s Net Zero Strategy \n🌳 Why Tommy Thompson Park?\nTommy Thompson Park is a significant urban wilderness area in Toronto\, known for its rich biodiversity and role as an important habitat for wildlife. The park provides an ideal setting to: \n\nLearn about urban ecology and conservation\nObserve native plants and wildlife\nUnderstand the role of green spaces in environmental sustainability\n\n✅ Who Should Attend?\nThis world environment day 2026 event is open to: \n\nCommunity members\nFamilies and individuals\nNature lovers and environmental advocates\nAnyone interested in learning more about local ecology and environmental protection\n\nNo prior experience is required. Just bring comfortable walking shoes and curiosity. \n📝 Registration\nRegistration is required to participate in our world environment day 2026 event.\nPlease scan the QR code on the event flyer or complete the form below. \n🌎 About Environmental Education for a Better Earth – Canada\nEEFABE Canada is committed to promoting environmental awareness\, education\, and community action to support a healthier planet. Through events\, workshops\, and community initiatives\, we work to connect people with nature and empower local environmental action. \nWant to support our work?\nDONATE TODAY \nEvent Registration Form\n \n 
URL:https://eefabecanada.org/event/world-environment-day-2026-guided-nature/
LOCATION:TOMMY THOMPSON PARK\, 1 Leslie Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4M 3M2\, Canada
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