Restoring Toronto’s natural areas is more urgent than ever, and in this episode, we spotlight the volunteer-powered work of Toronto Nature Stewards as they protect and revitalize one of North America’s largest urban green spaces. Spanning more than 11,000 hectares—an area comparable to the size of Paris—Toronto’s ravines support the well-being of over three million people, safeguard biodiversity, regulate critical water and nutrient cycles, and mitigate flooding and erosion risks. Unfortunately, these vital ecosystems face severe threats from invasive species, climate change, development, and litter.

Join us for an in-depth conversation on how Toronto Nature Stewards combats these challenges by removing harmful plants, planting native species, clearing trash, and raising community awareness about the importance of ecological balance. Discover how hundreds of passionate volunteers unite across 42 sites to nurture healthy, self-sustaining urban habitats for current and future generations. Learn how you, too, can contribute to preserving Toronto’s ravines and embrace an active role in urban conservation. Tune in for a powerful reminder that every individual can make an impact, one natural area at a time.

Find out more info about Toronto Nature Stewards here: https://torontonaturestewards.org/

Green Neighbours Network (GNN) of Toronto fosters connection and collaboration among people and grassroots groups across Toronto and the GTA striving to make our neighbourhoods greener, healthier, and more sustainable. Find out more about us here: https://gnntoronto.ca/ 

We recognize the urgency for global climate action, and our personal roles in it. We support initiatives that promote a fair and just transition to a low carbon future. 

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