Nestled in Toronto’s lush ravines in a setting of awe-inspiring heritage buildings, Evergreen Brick Works is the ideal venue for your personal photography, commercial photo shoots, family pictures, or wedding and engagement photo shoots.
The photography permit fee is $350 (HST included) and allows access to take photos throughout the exterior of the site.
Please note that all venues are subject to availability, and the photo permit does not guarantee access. The permit does not include interior access. All revenues generated by photography permits are used to enhance public programming on site.
Please Note: Taking photos of visiting schoolchildren and day camp participants is not permitted at any time.
Email events@evergreen.ca with:
• Full name
• Phone number
• Preferred date
• Brief description of your shoot
You’ll receive a response within 72 hours. Payment is completed online once availability is confirmed.
Photography permits allow up to 2 hours of shooting time during operating hours. Timing is flexible and does not need to be pre-booked. Evergreen books up to 6 permits per day, and we try to have as minimal overlap as possible to ensure a great experience for everyone.
Photography permits are available during:
Monday – Friday: 9am-5pm
Saturday: 9am-12pm
Sunday: 10am-5pm
Commercial photography and filming prices depend on the nature of your photo shoot and the areas/venues preferred for use. Contracts for commercial film shoots are negotiated directly with Evergreen’s Events team; please contact events@evergreen.ca.
Are you looking to book an event? Take a look at our venues on our Event Space page.
All photography permits are non-refundable. If your shoot is impacted by inclement weather, we’d be happy to reschedule your permit to the next available date at no additional cost.
Once availability is confirmed, you will be asked to fill out an online payment form with your credit card or PayPal information. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and PayPal payments.
The number of photo permits allowed per day can vary and depends on the public activities we have on site. However, we do not exceed 6 photo permits per day.
All equipment must be handheld unless otherwise approved. We do not allow props, smoke machines, pyrotechnics or installation of structures. We do not provide electrical access.
We ask you to book your photography permit at least one week in advance.
A permit is required for any photo shoot. Please contact us directly at events@evergreen.ca with the following information to see if you can benefit from a fee waiver: name, date of shoot, list of equipment, purpose of the photo shoot and number of students.
A permit is required for any photo shoot. Please contact us directly at events@evergreen.ca with the following information to see if you can benefit from a fee waiver: name, date of shoot, copy of your student card, list of equipment and purpose of the photo shoot.
No, the photography permit does not include a parking fee. Evergreen parking charges and regulations will apply. Please see Getting Here for more information on parking fees.
Evergreen Brick Works has a No Idling Policy. If you are being dropped off in an oversized vehicle, it must immediately vacate and park in the East or West Lot to ensure fire routes are not blocked.
The photography permit allows access to take photos throughout the exterior of the site. Interior shots are prohibited.
Please note that the photography permit does not guarantee you access or exclusivity to the outdoor venues such as the Pavilions or the Frances or Tim Price Terrace. These venues can be booked and used at any time by Third Party Events and Evergreen Programs so you may be asked to relocate to other areas of the site.
Anyone doing a planned photo shoot (engagement, wedding, family, group etc.). Permits are not required for casual or tourist photos.
Commercial shoots should email events@evergreen.ca to inquire for rates and spaces.