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
Highway 413 at the 11 th Hour March 13, 2026 - The 413 is a proposed 52-kilometer highway that would link Hwy 400 and the Hwy401/407 interchange. It is meant to serve commuters between Vaughan and Bramptonand shave a half hour Read More
Building on Ravine Slopes is a Terrible Idea February 12, 2026 - Toronto learned a hard lesson 71 years ago, when Hurricane Hazel tore a path of death and destruction across the region. The lesson was that we absolutely must protect our Read More
Protecting the Vision of Humber Bay Park January 24, 2026 - Humber Bay Park was originally designed as a quiet refuge on Toronto’s waterfront. However, this natural sanctuary is now under threat by a proposal to allow noisy, polluting jet-ski rentals Read More
Fifty-two Years of Advocacy Led to Success January 9, 2026 - We owe a massive congratulations to Land Over Landings for their 53-year citizen-led campaign. I’m certain the original organizers of People Over Planes back in 1972 didn’t anticipate a half-century Read More
Ontario Is Going the Wrong Way in Protecting Nature October 17, 2025 - Nature remains the strongest symbol of Canadian identity, according to a recent poll. In 2022, Canada committed to protecting 30% of its land, inland waters, and coastal waters by 2030 Read MoreLooking for more action updates? Check out the Take Action category in the Blog.