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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

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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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Arts & culture
10 must-watch Canadian documentaries that inspire outdoor adventure

Creative storytelling and breathtaking cinematography — discover a Canada like you’ve never seen before.

Published on August 13, 2025

Kids & education
Doctors’ orders: kids need more risky play

‘As safe as necessary, not as safe as possible.’ A new Canadian Paediatric Society report encourages risky play — we spoke with one of its co-authors.

Published on July 15, 2025

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Kids & education
A walk down memory lane: revisiting childhood play spaces

We asked our Evergreen staff to reflect on outdoor places that shaped their childhoods — and still shape them today — and this is what they shared. 

Published on July 3, 2025

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