Taylor Memorial Library Talk
Tuesday, June 16 from 7 to 8:15 p.m.
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Join Urban Forestry staff for a presentation on invasive plants commonly found around homes in Toronto, learn how to identify these species, understand their impact and how to manage them.
ALT Close-up of a green leafy branch with small budding flowers against a blurred natural background.
Select outdoor pools open early today (Saturday, June 13).
All other outdoor pool locations will open on partial schedule starting Saturday June 20.
Full summer schedule begins Friday, June 26.
Find an outdoor pool near you: toronto.ca/swim
Beach smart this summer.
Always swim when lifeguards are on duty. Look for the red-over-yellow flags to know you’re in a supervised zone.
Stay within arm’s reach of children.
Swim with a friend.
toronto.ca/beachsafety
With summer approaching, now's the time to ensure all your #lifejackets are in good working order and fit users correctly. Float test them. Check zippers and clips. Check for rips. Replace as needed. Ensure there's enough for everyone. Lifejackets save lives.
ALT Orange and blue lifejackets laid out on a rocky surface with two black and red paddles.
City of Toronto lifeguards return to Toronto’s supervised swimming beaches for the summer.
They’ll be on duty daily from 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. until mid-August and from mid-August to Labour Day from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Find a beach near you, toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/par…
ALT Lifeguard in orange vest holding rescue buoy, standing barefoot on sandy beach looking at the ocean under a partly cloudy sky.
Notice something not right at your local City recreation facilities?
Whether it's an issue in the changing room or something broken that needs repairs, you can submit an online service request & our team will take care of it. It's that easy!
Submit a service request today: toronto.ca/home/311-toronto-…
ALT The running track at North Toronto Memorial Community Centre
Planning a trip to the Toronto Island Park this weekend?
The #DragonBoatRace is happening so expect that ferries to Centre Island, Hanlan’s Point and Ward’s Island will be busy.
👉 Plan ahead. Tips at: toronto.ca/ferry
ALT Colourful chairs and picnic tables on a grassy park overlooking a ferry crossing a river with a city skyline of tall modern buildings in the background.
Parkdale Library Tour
Friday, June 12 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Join Urban Forestry staff on a local neighbourhood tour.
Learn how to recognize different species, and fun facts about their cultural and ecological importance.
ALT Woman holding papers and a tote bag gestures toward a pine tree while speaking to a group outdoors in a park.
Lifeguards return to Toronto’s supervised swimming beaches today (Saturday, June 6).
They’ll be on duty daily from 10:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. until mid-August and from mid-August to Labour Day from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Find a beach near you, toronto.ca/beaches
ALT Lifeguard in yellow and red gear standing on a sandy beach, watching the ocean under a partly cloudy sky.
Barbara Frum Library Tour
Monday, June 8 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
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Join Urban Forestry staff to explore the natural world on a local neighbourhood tour. Learn how to recognize different species and fun facts about their cultural and ecological importance.
ALT Man wearing a cap shows and explains a book to three children outdoors on a sunny day in a grassy park.
Registration for Older Adult (60 ) activities opens this morning at 10 a.m.
There are 2 ways you can sign up.
Online oronto.ca/SummerRec
Call us at 416-396-7378, option 1.
ALT Person swimming in a pool using a blue kickboard for support and practicing swimming techniques.
Registration for summer activities opens next week.
Registration for Older Adult opens June 1 at 10 a.m.
Etobicoke York & Toronto East York June 2 at 7 a.m.
Scarborough & North York June 3 at 7 a.m.
Lifeguards return to Toronto’s supervised swimming beaches June 6.
They’ll be on duty daily from 10:30 am to 7:30 p.m. until mid-August and from mid-August to Labour Day from 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Find a beach near you, toronto.ca/beaches
ALT Wide sandy beach with scattered sunbathers and swimmers near calm blue water under a clear sky.
The 2026 Urban Forestry Community Grants are now open for applications.
Eligible not-for-profit organizations, charities, institutions can apply to receive grant funding to support tree planting and stewardship projects on private land within Toronto.
toronto.ca/services-payments…
ALT A yellow skid-steer loader is shown picking up a balled and burlapped White Pine (Pinus strobus) tree at a planting site. In the foreground, small newly planted trees and shrubs are shown with mulch mats in bare soil
City of Toronto crews are working to remove fallen branches and trees after weekend weather.
To generate a service request call 311 or submit an online request if the response is urgent:
toronto.ca/home/311-toronto-…
Who should you call during a #flood? 💧
🚨 Immediate danger? Call 911
🌊 River or stream flooding: Report it to TRCA
🏠 Sewer backup: Contact your regional municipality
💧 Storm water issue: Contact your local municipality
🏙️ Private drainage concerns: Contact your insurance provider
Learn more: trca.ca/conservation/flood-r…
Join us for the 17th annual Spring Bird Festival where bird lovers, nature enthusiasts and curious minds can flock together.
toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/fes…
Saturday, May 23
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Colonel Samuel Smith Park
ALT Colourful illustration of various bird species flying and perched near a lake, promoting the 17th Annual Spring Bird Festival on May 23, 2026, at Colonel Samuel Smith Park.
Registration for summer activities soon.
Registration for Older Adult opens June 1 at 10 a.m.
Etobicoke York & Toronto East York June 2 at 7 a.m.
Scarborough & North York June 3 at 7 a.m.
ALT Child wearing blue goggles resting at the edge of an indoor swimming pool with tiled walls in the background.
Join us for the 17th annual Spring Bird Festival where bird lovers, nature enthusiasts and curious minds can flock together.
toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/fes…
Saturday, May 23
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Colonel Samuel Smith Park
ALT Colourful illustration of various bird species flying and perched near a lake, promoting the 17th Annual Spring Bird Festival on May 23, 2026, at Colonel Samuel Smith Park.