These environmental events are all happening in Toronto and the GTA (Ajax, Brampton, Brooklin, Markham, Mississauga, Oshawa, Pickering, Whitby) in the next week.
For more information, follow the links, or find more detail and event descriptions on the full calendar. We always recommend you contact the organization to ensure that an event is still scheduled before attending.
See the full Toronto Environment Event Calendar for more info or to have your event listed.
Tue Aug 18, 2009
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9am |
Youth Camera Action Environmental Video Production Program
55 Mill Street, Toronto ON Building 74, Suite 402 (map) Unique to Toronto, Youth Camera Action is a two-week program that combines the exciting world of film and video production with the environment. Geared toward youth between the ages of 14 – 18 from the GTA, participants will explore important environmental issues through the camera’s lens and have the opportunity to create their very own video. This program is designed to encourage creative exploration and expression while developing fundamental awareness of global environmental issues. Cost: $100+ For more information contact: Phone: 416-531-1769
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6:30pm |
Brampton: Tuesdays on the Trail - Birding for Beginners
Wexford Park, Brampton (map) Learn the basics, from using binoculars to attracting birds to your yard. Look for birds that make the trail their home. Cost: FREE For more information: Jessika Corkum-Gorrill - (416) 661-6600 ext.5748
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7pm |
Toronto: An Evening w/ Elizabeth May, Adriane Carr & Jaymini Bhikha
33 City Centre Drive, Mississauga (Host Indian Restaurant) (map) Come join us for this very exciting event. Meet Elizabeth and Deputy Leader, Adriane Carr! We will also have a raffle, with memberships and sale of Elizabeth's latest book: Losing Confidence: Power, Politics and the Crisis in Canadian Democracy. Buy your tickets in advance to ensure entrance! Cost: $15, Including refreshments For more information: jaymini.bhikha +at+ greenparty.ca. or call her at 416-275-8573
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Wed Aug 19, 2009
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9am |
Youth Camera Action Environmental Video Production Program
55 Mill Street, Toronto ON Building 74, Suite 402 (map) Unique to Toronto, Youth Camera Action is a two-week program that combines the exciting world of film and video production with the environment. Geared toward youth between the ages of 14 – 18 from the GTA, participants will explore important environmental issues through the camera’s lens and have the opportunity to create their very own video. This program is designed to encourage creative exploration and expression while developing fundamental awareness of global environmental issues. Cost: $100+ For more information contact: Phone: 416-531-1769
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3pm |
Dufferin Grove Organic Farmers’ Market
873 Dufferin St, Toronto (in Dufferin Grove Park) (map) Outdoors around the rinkhouse in summer; in and around the rinkhouse in winter. For more information:http://www.dufferinpark.ca/market/wiki/wiki.php
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5:45pm |
36 Prince Arthur Ave, Toronto (The Bedford Academy) (map) "A jovial mix of environmental professionals and Torontonians interested in the environment + a few pints (or non-alcoholic drinks!) = A relaxed and agenda-free evening of enviro-meeting and greeting." greendrinks (at) gmail.com
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6pm |
Harvest Wednesdays at the Gladstone Hotel
Gladstone Hotel, Toronto ON (map) Every Wednesday the Gladstone Hotel and Chef Marc Breton offer urbanites farm fresh fare and an opportunity to experience the unparalleled flavour of foods harvested during in the natural rhythm of our local growing season. Each week Chef Breton's menu is inspired by the fresh produce harvested by farmer Sherry Patterson of Chick-a-Biddy Acres CSA (Community Shared Agriculture) as well as local meats, cheeses, wines and beers from our Harvest Wednesday Partners, over 40 artisanal suppliers and community partners. Chef Breton's preparation offers a simple flavour forward approach to enjoy this fresh food. Cost: From $17.50 For more information:http://www.gladstonehotel.com/
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7pm |
Grafton Community Gardening Night
Roncesvalles and Queen, Toronto (Grafton Community Garden) (map) Join the West End Flower Fairies, residents and business owners to help green the community! Participants will be out every Wednesday, Rain or Shine.
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Thu Aug 20, 2009
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9am |
Youth Camera Action Environmental Video Production Program
55 Mill Street, Toronto ON Building 74, Suite 402 (map) Unique to Toronto, Youth Camera Action is a two-week program that combines the exciting world of film and video production with the environment. Geared toward youth between the ages of 14 – 18 from the GTA, participants will explore important environmental issues through the camera’s lens and have the opportunity to create their very own video. This program is designed to encourage creative exploration and expression while developing fundamental awareness of global environmental issues. Cost: $100+ For more information contact: Phone: 416-531-1769
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3pm |
Dufferin Grove Organic Farmers' Market
South of Bloor on the east side of Dufferin, in Dufferin Grove Park (map) A year-round farmers' market every Thursday afternoon from 3 to 7 pm. Outdoors in the beauty of the park in summer, on the skating rink pad in fall, and inside the rink buildings throughout the winter. Local farmers and city-based food producers bring a great variety of organic foods. A special feature of the market is wood-fired oven breads baked right in the park. For more information contact: Phone: 416-392-0913
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3pm |
Main Street Markham (map) The Farmers Market of Markham Village captures the good old fashioned traditions of the past. The "turn of the century" look of our market is enhanced by a charming venue, complete with old fashioned signs and canopies. Specializing in Farm Fresh Products Featuring many organically grown fruits and vegetables, as well as baked goods, preserves, flowers and much much more! The market's merchants guarantee quality products and competitive pricing. Listen to live entertainment every week while you stroll, sip your coffee and pick your produce. Musical talent ranges from folk to jazz. For more information:http://www.mainstreetmarkham.com/page.asp?pageid=5
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3pm |
Pickering Recreation Complex, at the back by the arena entrance (off Diefenbaker Court). (map) Fresh from our local farms. The Market is open every Thursday until Thanksgiving. For more information: City Partnership, contact Erin Michel at 905.492.2522, erin@dwac.ca,www.dwac.ca
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Fri Aug 21, 2009
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9am |
Youth Camera Action Environmental Video Production Program
55 Mill Street, Toronto ON Building 74, Suite 402 (map) Unique to Toronto, Youth Camera Action is a two-week program that combines the exciting world of film and video production with the environment. Geared toward youth between the ages of 14 – 18 from the GTA, participants will explore important environmental issues through the camera’s lens and have the opportunity to create their very own video. This program is designed to encourage creative exploration and expression while developing fundamental awareness of global environmental issues. Cost: $100+ For more information contact: Phone: 416-531-1769
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Sat Aug 22, 2009
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5am |
St. Lawrence North Farmers’ Market
92 Front Street East, Toronto (at Jarvis) (map) For more information:http://www.stlawrencemarket.com/
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8am |
Town Park, Aurora (map) Join us at Town Park, on Wells St between Mosley St. and Metcalfe St. starting in May 2/2009. The Aurora Farmers' Market features local vendors selling produce, meat products, plants, homemade baking and preserves, crafts and more. We're there every Saturday from 8 am to 1 pm running May through October. Enjoy the Farmers’ Market fresh foods, music and crafts. Plus, we offer free Special Activities on an ongoing basis. Find out more about our Historical Walking Tours and Art Workshops for children. There is lots of fun for all with over 30 vendors!!!!
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8am |
Robinson Street and Main Street North, Markham (map) Featuring many organically grown fruits and vegetables, as well as baked goods, preserves, flowers and much much more! The main focus is quality and competitive pricing. For more information: 905-472-2462
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8:30am |
The Village Organic Farmers’ Market at Toronto Waldorf School
9100 Bathurst St, Toronto (map) For more information:http://www.villagemarket.ca/ |
Sun Aug 23, 2009
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10am |
Station Lane, Unionville (West of the Old Historic Unionville Train Station) (map) Fresh Baked Goods, Flowers, Hand Picked Fruits, Herbs, Honey and Entertainment
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4pm |
Toronto: High Park - Canstage Family Day Events Begins
High Park, Toronto (Dream Site) (map) Canadian Stage TD Dream in High Park presents The Tempest, from June 26 to September 6, 2009 at the open-air theatre in High Park. Performances run Tuesday through Sunday at 8 p.m. Gate opens at 6 p.m. PWYC Admission at the gate with suggested minimum donation $20. Free for children 14 and under. Family Days at the Dream return featuring free, all-ages, pre-show programs for children, parents and family members at the Dream site, Sundays, July 12 through to September 6, from 5 - 6:30 p.m., weather permitting. Fun-filled activities include backstage tours, theatre-inspire
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