Building great public places is what we do every day — and that work is never done alone. We work with community builders across sectors to solve some of the most pressing issues cities face: climate change, housing affordability, and access to nature and public spaces.
Evergreen is a national non-profit transforming public spaces in our cities to build a healthier future for people and our planet.
We know that our public spaces need a change and transforming them takes a community of action. We want you to be part of that community.
From hiking to markets to workshops, add a sustainable spin to your Mother’s Day plans.
Published on April 25, 2025
Evergreen talks to a Dublin, Ireland-based not-for-profit that helps communities build vibrant play spaces.
Published on March 18, 2025
Learn how our Nature Play and Learning Lab teaches participants to embrace the wild in the city and reconnect kids with nature.
Published on March 17, 2025
The Children’s Garden started with two mounds of dirt. Here’s how it continues to shape our work more than 15 years later.
Published on March 13, 2025
To explore the link between public space and social connection, we spoke to someone at the forefront of the research.
Published on February 10, 2025
Experts in public health, psychology, education and recreation all agree: we should definitely spend more time outside.
Published on January 15, 2025
Think it’s hard to stay active in the winter? Here are eight easy ways to break a sweat in the snow.
Published on January 12, 2025
Whether in the backyard or public park, you’ll be the talk of the neighbourhood with these cool snow creations.
Published on December 17, 2024
We took a tour of OUTLoud North Bay, a safe space for youth to build a strong and supportive community in which individuals can support, learn, collaborate and inspire each other.
Published on November 16, 2024
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