Our Fragile Planet
Environmental Education
Join us for free, engaging programs about our environment and be inspired to take action to protect our planet. Programs cover a wide range of protection, conservation and sustainability topics. You can also check out related books, materials and resources.
Upcoming Programs
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NatureTO: Trees Around the Branch Tour
Mon Jul 29, 2024 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Goldhawk ParkThe Goldhawk Park library and its neighbourhood is home to a variety of trees. Join City of Toronto Urban Forestry staff to explore the natural world on a local neighbourhood walk. Learn how to recognize different species and...
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NatureTO: Our Urban Forest
Thu Aug 01, 2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Toronto Reference LibraryToronto has one of the largest urban forests in the world. Join City of Toronto Urban Forestry staff for an in-library presentation on this amazing natural habitat that reaches all corners of Toronto. We?ll talk a...
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NatureTO: Trees Around the Branch Tour (Steeles Library)
Tue Aug 06, 2024 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: SteelesThe Steeles Library and its neighbourhood is home to a variety of trees. Join City of Toronto Urban Forestry staff to explore the natural world on a local neighbourhood walk. Learn how to recognize different species and fun f...
Past Programs
- Greens, Corn & Migration: Finding food stories on your plate with Chef and Food Activist Joshna Maharaj
- Repurpose Your Clothes to Save the World
- Tagging Trash in Lake Ontario: Meet the U of T Trash Team
- Toronto Ravines: Intersections of Race, Access and Engagement
Birding Kit
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Provided by Birds Canada, kit includes:
- binoculars
- birding guide
- survey
- backpack.
Discover the Birding Kits at these Toronto Bird Celebration programs:
Watch programs on an Intro to Birding: With or Without Binoculars Part 1 and Part 2
Environmentalist in Residence
Meet last year’s Environmentalist in Residence Jenny Davis.
Recommended Reading
- Our Fragile Planet Reading List - Recommended reading on the environment for adults, teens and children.
- Environmental Must-Reads - A selection of timeless books that acknowledge the importance of the environment from different perspectives.
- Toronto Biodiversity Series - Browse all of the City of Toronto's booklets on local wildlife.
Get the latest news about library programs
Our bi-weekly email newsletter has the latest news about upcoming programs and links to videos of recent events.