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'Everyone is welcome here’ — why good seating matters to public spaces

It’s hard to have eyes on the street without places to sit and watch.

Published on October 20, 2025

Kids & education
A recap of the 2025 Adventure Camp season

That’s a wrap on summer camp at Evergreen Brick Works! Here are the highlights.

Published on September 22, 2025

Community
Your ultimate fall guide to Evergreen Brick Works

Just 15 minutes from downtown Toronto, Evergreen Brick Works offers areas to catch the fall colours, enjoy our Saturday Farmers Market, experience the Day of the Dead and more.

Published on September 19, 2025

Kids & education
The Children's Garden is open! Here’s what’s inside

We made exciting improvements to bring you even more fun-filled, nature-based play at the Brick Works. Come play, explore and connect with nature.

Published on September 18, 2025

Kids & education
Full circle: campers turned counsellors nurture a love for nature

In their own words, former campers reflect on their summers at the Brick Works and returning to lead the next generation.

Published on September 16, 2025

a child in the forest holding a stick and a container
Kids & education
Mount Royal’s forest school: growing young minds

What can we learn from nature? Laure Gicquiaux, head of educational services at Les Amis de la Montagne, explains what children discover in an outdoor classroom.

Published on September 12, 2025

Innovation
In photos: celebrating the anniversary of Evergreen Brick Works

Travel back in time with some never-before-seen photos of this incredible Toronto landmark.

Published on September 8, 2025

Public places
Public spaces are opportunities for joy: Q&A with Jason Thorne, Toronto’s chief planner

Incredible things happens when people come together in public spaces. The real magic is that it unfolds in unexpected ways. 

Published on August 19, 2025

Public places
Our favourite pet-friendly public spaces across Canada

Beaches, parks, plazas and more — your furry friends enjoy the city just as much as you do.

Published on August 17, 2025

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