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Phragmites Removal Project at Grenadier Pond Fall 2024 update

By High Park Nature | September 5, 2024
Phragmites removal at Grenadier Pond is tentatively scheduled for September 16 to 20, 2024, weather dependent. The following information has been provided by Urban Forestry: Our goal for this project…

Algae warning at Grenadier Pond

By High Park Nature | September 1, 2024
Signs warning of blue-green algae have been posted at Grenadier Pond (sign first noticed on Sept. 1, 2024). Blue-green algae can rapidly increase to form a large mass or “bloom”…

HIGH PARK MOVEMENT STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION UPDATE Summer/September 2024

By High Park Nature | September 1, 2024
The following highlights are based on the High Park Movement Strategy Implementation Update. You can subscribe directly for future updates here. Public Information Session September 10, 2024 The City is…

Hawk Migration is Underway High Park Hawk Watch - Visitors Welcome!

By High Park Nature | September 1, 2024
The High Park Hawk Watch got off to a flying start with a bald eagle soaring overhead on September 1st. It continues daily until November 30. Hawks generally fly when…

Finding and Caring for Native Plants Native plant sales, Resources and Community Groups

By High Park Stewards | May 1, 2024
Now is the time to think about adding more native plants to your garden to help create a haven for wildlife including pollinators, insects and birds. When planning your garden…

Sakura – Cherry Trees in High Park How this Japanese tradition came to High Park.

By High Park Nature | April 20, 2024
High Park’s cherry trees are blooming! Vehicle access is closed in the park. For more information, including a map of locations, virtual tours and accessibility information visit the City’s Cherry…

Protecting Wildlife – A new role for volunteers 2024 Traditional and Prescribed Burn

By High Park Nature | April 12, 2024
People have asked about the safety of the animals in High Park during the traditional and prescribed burn. The prescribed burn in High Park is a low-intensity fire as is…

Traditional and Prescribed Burn Tuesday, April 9, 2024

By High Park Nature | April 7, 2024
A traditional and prescribed burn will take place in High Park on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. This burn is part of an ongoing practice to manage and care for the…

Traditional and Prescribed Burn Spring 2024 Advance Notice

By High Park Nature | March 12, 2024
The City of Toronto in collaboration with Indigenous Land Stewardship Circle (ILSC) is once again preparing for the annual traditional and prescribed burn program this spring in High Park. Here…

High Park Movement Strategy Update February 2024 & July 2023

By High Park Nature | February 21, 2024
Response to Proposed Recreational Cycling Pilot Project – February 2024 The City is proposing to launch a recreational cycling pilot in High Park in Summer 2024. This pilot comes as…

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