$200,000 OTF Grant from the Ontario Government Enhances Accessibility and Safety at Evergreen’s TD Future Cities Centre

Toronto, ON – (April 24, 2026) On Friday, MPP Jessica Bell met with the team at Evergreen to celebrate the successful delivery of a $200,000 Capital grant from the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). The grant, awarded in 2024, has supported infrastructure upgrades that have improved accessibility and safety at Evergreen’s TD Future Cities Centre, a key community hub located at Evergreen Brick Works.

“Evergreen’s leadership in creating inclusive public spaces is reflected in this important project,” said Jessica Bell, MPP for University-Rosedale. “With support from an Ontario Trillium Foundation Capital grant, improvements to the TD Future Cities Centre will enhance safety and accessibility for the community. We congratulate Evergreen on this achievement and commend the important work they continue to do.”

The improvements, which include installing steel guardrails, ramps, and other infrastructure, will make the 54,000-square-foot facility safer and more inclusive for visitors of all abilities. These upgrades will help strengthen community connections and ensure the space remains accessible for the thousands of people who participate in programs, events, and community activities each year. With the support of OTF grant, Evergreen has worked to enhance public spaces where people can come together to learn, collaborate, and build stronger, more resilient communities.

“We’re thrilled to make these important accessibility and safety improvements at the TD Future Cities Centre,” said Jen Angel, CEO of Evergreen. “Thanks to this support from the Ontario Trillium Foundation, our community hub will continue to serve as a welcoming, inclusive, and safe space where people from across the city can connect and create a better future for our urban environments.”

For over 30 years, Evergreen has been dedicated to transforming public spaces into vibrant, sustainable places that foster connection and innovation. Through its programs, partnerships, and community events, Evergreen helps cities become more livable, inclusive, and climate-resilient.

Evergreen is a national non-profit transforming public spaces in our cities to build a healthier future for people and our planet. Evergreen Brick Works, our headquarters in the heart of Toronto’s ravine system, is a former industrial site that we converted into a green community hub where visitors can connect, explore and play year-round.

The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) is an agency of the Ontario government with a mission to build healthy and vibrant communities across the province. In 2025-26, OTF invested nearly $107M into 746 community projects. Projects aim to enhance economic well-being, foster more active lifestyles, support child and youth development, provide spaces for people to come together and connect, and create a more sustainable environment. Visit otf.ca to learn more.