TFN empowers its members to Take Action in protecting Toronto’s green spaces and the species that inhabit them. Members of our Action Committee circulate important environmental news, create petitions, collaborate with other organizations to address issue of concern, and sit on numerous advisory councils, community associations, and stakeholder groups, helping to advocate for nature, raise environmental awareness, and inform decision-making.
Action Updates
Leave the Leaves for Healthier Soil, Thriving Pollinators, and a Vibrant Spring Garden November 15, 2024 - In fall, Mother Nature lays down a thick blanket of leaves that nurtures your garden and provides essential winter protection for pollinators. Key species like Bumble Bees and Swallowtail butterflies Read More
Protecting Birds from City Lights: Simple Steps to Reduce Light Pollution October 18, 2024 - As fall arrives, millions of migratory birds begin their journey south, but city lights disorient them during nighttime flights, putting them at risk. By taking simple steps to reduce light Read More
Management Planning for Wilket Creek and Taylor (Massey) Creek ESAs October 15, 2024 - Environmentally Significant Areas (ESAs) are natural spaces that contribute to biodiversity and important ecological services. Through the Ravine Strategy, the City is currently developing management plans for Wilket Creek Forest Read More
Angel Wings: A Disabling Bird Deformity with a Human Connection October 11, 2024 - Recently two young swans at Bluffer’s Park developed Angel Wing (AW) deformities and were captured to receive treatment at Shades of Hope Wildlife Refuge. AW deformity is a condition affecting Read More
Building Bridges for Birds: Sharing Toronto’s Shoreline with Shorebirds May 31, 2024 - With spring delivering a vibrant tapestry of shorebird returns, each embarking on its own remarkable journey, it’s imperative that we take proactive measures to safeguard their habitats and migration routes. Read MoreLooking for more action updates? Check out the Take Action category in the Blog.