Spring Recreation Program
Spring into action! Register for the City of Toronto’s spring recreation programs
It’s nearly time to spring into action and register for spring recreation programs! The City of Toronto’s spring program registration will open on the following dates:
• Tuesday, February 25 at 10 a.m. – Older adult program registration
• Tuesday, March 4 at 7 a.m. – Etobicoke York and Toronto East York
• Wednesday, March 5 at 7 a.m. – North York and Scarborough
The City is the largest provider of recreation programs for people of all ages, skill levels and interests. Approximately 15,200 registered programs with more than 133,800 spaces will be offered across various programs including arts, fitness and wellness and sports.
How to register for spring recreation programs
The fastest and easiest way to register for recreation programs is online on the City’s website: www.toronto.ca/springrec. Registration by phone will also be available by calling 416-396-7378, beginning at 10 a.m. on February 25 and 7 a.m. on March 4 and March 5.
Shaping the next Toronto Seniors’ Strategy
The City of Toronto Wants to Hear from You!
Your experience matters! Are you a senior or an older adult living in the Toronto? If so, we would like to hear from you. The City of Toronto is developing its third Toronto Seniors Strategy and would like feedback on how to better support seniors and older adults.
There are two ways to participate – online and in-person
Share your feedback through an online survey. The survey will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete and is available in English, French, Greek, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Tagalog, Tamil, and Traditional Chinese.
You can also join us in-person at a community workshop in your area. Share your experiences and priorities and help us to better understand how the City can improve programs and services for seniors and older adults.
Registration for the workshops is not required. Live language interpretation in select languages and ASL interpretation will be available. Email [email protected] to request additional accommodation.
Visit toronto.ca/SeniorsStrategy to learn more about the Toronto Seniors’ Strategy. For more information, contact [email protected].
Share your ideas to make your community greener 🍃
Live Green Toronto connects with thousands of residents every year at more than 100 events across the city - aiming to provide all neighbourhoods with the support and resources needed to make Toronto one of the greenest in North America. Take a short survey to help shape Live Green Toronto’s approach to community engagement and focus on environmental issues that matter most to you. Take the survey on Live Green Toronto’s webpage.
Snow removal update ❄️
City crews and contractors have begun snow removal operations across Toronto, with dump trucks transporting snow away from priority areas to snow storage sites. As directed by City Council, snow removal is being completed on a priority basis and includes locations such as main streets with transit routes, hospitals and emergency services stations, sidewalks and school bus loading zones as well as roads and bridge decks with limited space for snow storage. Find information on the City’s Snow Removal After Major Storms webpage.
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Greenest City: Parkdale Seedy Sunday & Ecofair 2025
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
We're excited to announce our upcoming Parkdale Seedy Sunday event on March 30, 2025, at the Parkdale Library! We need enthusiastic volunteers to help make the day a success. Volunteers are needed for a variety of roles, including set-up, seed packing, leading kids' activities, managing the welcome table, and tear-down at the end of the day. Whether you're passionate about gardening, enjoy working with kids, or just want to be part of a fun community event, we’d love to have you on board. Sign up today and help us make this year’s Seedy Sunday unforgettable!
What is Seedy Sunday?
Our Parkdale Seedy Sunday 2025 will be a vibrant celebration of seeds, sustainability, and community. This annual event brings together gardeners, seed savers, and green organizations to exchange, trade, and share a wide variety of seeds. Whether you're looking for native plants, pollinator-friendly varieties, or edible seeds, you'll find treasures to take home and nurture in your garden.
At Parkdale Seedy Sunday, we celebrate the critical role seeds play in food production and biodiversity. We are passionate about preserving heirloom seeds and promoting the growth of plants that support our environment. It's an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, learn from experts, and contribute to a sustainable future.
Event Highlights:
• Exchange and trade native, edible, and pollinator seeds
• Discover heirloom and rare seed varieties
• Interactive educational tables on sustainable gardening and seed-saving
• Eco-friendly product vendors showcasing green solutions
• Fun kids' activities and family-friendly entertainment
• Connect with local green organizations and community gardeners
• Hands-on workshops and activities for all ages
Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, this event is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your knowledge of plants and make a positive impact on your local ecosystem.
We look forward to seeing you there and sharing in the joy of gardening, seed saving, and a greener future!
Contact:
email: [email protected]
cell: 437-522-2070
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