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Official account for City of Toronto Parks, Forestry & Recreation. Not monitored 24/7. For service requests, contact @311Toronto.
Toronto, Ontario
Joined October 2011
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A new litter of #Capybabies are excited to meet you, #Toronto! Well, once it gets a bit warmer. #TOparks #Capybara #TOpoli
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The rain doesn't keep #Rush fans away. Great turnout for the opening of #LeeLifesonPark! #TOparks #TOpoli
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It's the battle of the birds in #Toronto. Let's see how these two compare in the wild . for the #wildcard. #ComeTOgether
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Toronto park gets new @BlueJays logo after friendly taunting from rival @Arlington_Parks #ComeTogether
http://t.co/2u2t5A9Hph via @680News.
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Thanks to our dedicated Parks staff who never gave up, brought capys home safe and healthy. #CapybaraWatch #TOpoli
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Tonight the @cntower will go green for #ForestWeek and #NationalTreeDay to show appreciation for all our trees do for us. #WorldsTallestTree
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Say hello to one of the new faces at #RiverdaleFarm. The farm has welcomed 3 new little lambs. #TOparks #TOfarm
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Today in bird-watching we look @BlueJays Oct migration patterns. This map outlines the route from nest to world champions #OurMoment #GoJays
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We're proud to announce. #BonnieAndClyde #Capybara #HighPark #TOparks #Birth #BirthAnnouncement #TOpoli
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We came together, and it was awesome! Thanks for a great season @BlueJays and @JaysCare! #ComeTogether.
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A new @cityoftoronto community recreation centre and library is being named Ethennonnhawahstihnen', a Wendat word meaning “where they had a good, beautiful life.” .1/4
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The site where Canada's first-ever Pride celebration took place coincides with the area of Hanlan's Point beach that the queer community has historically used most. To mark this important queer space, permanent Progress Pride Flags have been raised at both beach ends. #HappyPride
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Have you seen Juniper?. She’s a three month-old Nubian goat kid missing from Riverdale Farm. #HelpBringJuniperHome by contacting Toronto Police’s non-emergency line at 416-808-5104 with any information you may have. Crime Stoppers anonymous 416-222-TIPS (8477)
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To encourage residents to stay home and stay safe, the @cityoftoronto will offer a 24-hour 4K #BloomCam of the blossoming trees in High Park. Torontonians will be able to experience #BloomAtHome during peak bloom, expected to occur in mid to late April.
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Squeeeee! These southern rodent pups wanted to say hi so badly, they braved a moment in the cold. #Capybabies #HighPark #TOParks
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Welcome home @HPcapybara/@TorontoCapybara #2! #CaseClosed #BonnieAndClyde #CapybaraWatch #TOpoli #CityOfTO
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This morning 10 City of Toronto Urban Forestry crews set out to provide emergency response to the City of Winnipeg. Have a safe journey and thank you!
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We couldn't be more excited to re-open the #LowerDon #TOtrails tomorrow and celebrate #TOravines! What an improvement!
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In response to today’s heat warning, the following seven @cityoftoronto pools will be open until 11:45 p.m. today (July 4):.📍 Alex Duff.📍 Giovanni Caboto.📍 McGregor Park.📍 Monarch Park.📍 Parkway Forest.📍 Smithfield Park.📍 Sunnyside. More at #SwimTO
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Athlete of the Year? .An understatement. Welcome to the Toronto Sport Hall of Honour, @OleksiakPenny! We’re so proud of you, and your #TOrec roots!. #TOswim #TOsport #CityOfSport
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At the very end of outdoor pool season, on Sunday (September 4) from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., nine pools will be open for a dog-only swim. Only dogs may swim in the pool. Sorry humans, it’s for your health and safety. For locations and requirements visit
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High Park is closed to vehicle traffic this weekend. The park has been closed to car traffic throughout the pandemic to create more space for people to get active.
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The #RiverdaleRink is open and filled with skaters one month earlier than projected. #WelcomeTOwinter - get out and go skate! #TOparks #TOrec #TOrinks
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In response to today’s heat warning, the following pools will be open until 11:45 p.m. today (September 3):. 📍Alex Duff.📍McGregor Park.📍Monarch Park.📍Sunnyside /Gus Ryder
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#BeSunSafe sunscreen dispensers can be found at 75 waterfront locations. This Health Canada approved sunscreen includes ingredients such as witch hazel, vegetable glycerin, sunflower oil, zinc oxide, titanium dioxide & carrot seed oil to name a few.
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Allotment gardens will open on March 17, 2021. Community gardens will begin to open on a location-by-location basis starting on March 17, 2021. Community and allotment gardens provide an opportunity to grow fresh produce and get fresh air and exercise. @cityoftoronto
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Toronto ravines are not only beautiful. They are home to 87% of our environmentally sensitive areas. Spread Love for #TOravines
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As a result of today’s heat warning, the following seven pools will be open until 11:45 p.m. today (July 19):.• Alex Duff.• Giovanni Caboto.• McGregor Park.• Monarch Park.• Parkway Forest.• Smithfield Park.• Sunnyside /Gus Ryder . Visit #SwimTO
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Skate the square to music from local DJ's on Friday and Saturday nights at Nathan Phillips Square from 7 to 10 p.m. #TOskate #welcomeTOwinter @cityoftoronto. Full calendar of Skate The Square events:
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Since we re-opened, over 100,000 visitors have taken the ferry to #TorontoIslandPark - welcome back! #TOparks
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To create more space for people to be active during the pandemic, High Park has been closed to car traffic on weekends. It will be closed to car traffic again this weekend, consider alternative forms of transit when visiting.
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We are devastated by the fire at #Agincourt #TOrec Centre, comforted that all staff and visitors are safe, and thankful for the quick and ongoing response by our @Toronto_Fire colleagues under the leadership of @ChiefPeggTFS. Stay safe!.
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Winter came early to Riverdale Park East this week - the #RiverdaleRink and skating trail was completed a month earlier than expected! . Let's lace up our skates, hit the fresh ice and enjoy a free hot chocolate this Saturday!. #TOrec #TOrinks #TOparks
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Things to do, winter events, and places to explore. Enjoy winter in #Toronto. Visit #WelcomeTOwinter
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It's a great weekend for bird-watching. Learn about #Toronto's birds and where to see them: #GoJaysGo #OurMoment
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High Park is closed to vehicle traffic this weekend. The park has been closed to car traffic throughout the pandemic to create more space for people to get active.
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"We haven't always celebrated these ravines, but this is the physical soul of the city" @JohnTory #DRVP #SuperPark
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High Park is closed to vehicle traffic this weekend. The park has been closed to car traffic throughout the pandemic to create more space for people to get active.
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Take in the beauty of winter in #Toronto❄️ by exploring more than 1,500 parks, over 50 artificial ice rinks, seven snow loops in City golf courses, 26 toboggan hills and more. Visit for ideas. #welcomeTOwinter
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The Toronto Ravine Strategy has won the 2019 National Award for Landscape Management from @CSLA_AAPC. @CityPlanTO @TRCA_HQ @OALA_ON. Great inter-divisional team effort on this #CityofTO staff-led project!.#TOravines
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Today we unveiled a new pop-up outdoor basketball court at the Scarborough Village Community Centre. A huge thank you to our new partner @CanBball & to the Senior Women’s National Basketball Team for the generous donation & for bringing this court to life!
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Sept 23-24 is the Ravine Days weekend! Celebrate our beautiful ravine system by checking out these events #TOravines
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Outdoor pool hours are extended at 8 locations until 11:45pm tonight, August 23, to help you stay cool. Reservations not required past 8pm. • Alex Duff.• Alexandra.• Giovanni Caboto.• McGregor.• Monarch.• Parkway Forest.• Smithfield.• Sunnyside.
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The Toronto Island Ferry spring schedule starts today. View the full schedule Enjoy your trip!
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High Park will remain open this year throughout the cherry blossom bloom to ensure local pedestrians and cyclists can access essential exercise and fresh air. #BloomAtHome.
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While Pumpkin Parades won’t take place in Toronto parks this year, you can still share your jack-o'-lantern online on November 1 using #PumpkinParadesTO.
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The Downtown Parks and Public Realm Plan envisions an expanded and improved network of parks and public spaces. The new Implementation Strategy shows how we, @CityPlanTO, @TO_Transport, @TO_Cycling and EcDev & Culture will bring it to life from 2021-2025:
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While some leaves are beginning to fall others are getting ready to make this city proud- Wishing the @MapleLeafs a great 2017-2018 season!
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Skate rentals are available at @cityoftoronto's Nathan Phillips Square beginning today. In addition to dedicated rentals for the NPS rink, you can rent a pair for a day to take to other rink locations across Toronto. ⛸️⛸️. #welcomeTOwinter #TOskate
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Two capybaras escaped High Park Zoo. They are very shy and are not dangerous. If you see them, please call 311.
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Hello Fall! We've fallen in LOVE with #TOravines. This fall share your love for Toronto's ravine system. #FirstDayOfFall
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#HighPark isn't the only place to cherry blossoms in #Toronto. The buds at #TrinityBellwoods are going to flower soon too. #TOblossoms
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Let's get Toronto's canopy to 40% coverage!🌳🌲🌳🌲🌳
Toronto is a city of trees. This year's approved budget exceeds our tree planting targets of 114K trees - helping restore our tree canopy.
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Celebrate Ravine Days from October 2 to 11. Learn about @cityoftoronto's beautiful ravine system, environmentally significant areas & their biodiversity. Self-directed activities, virtual & in-person events offer something for everyone to enjoy. #RavinesTO
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Environment Canada's heat warning continues today (July 6). Seven outdoor pools will be open until 11:45 p.m. 📍 Alex Duff.📍 Giovanni Caboto.📍 McGregor Park.📍 Monarch Park.📍 North Toronto.📍 Smithfield Park.📍 Sunnyside Park/Gus Ryder. Visit #SwimTO
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In-person #PumpkinParades are back on November 1! This made-in-Toronto tradition allows communities to show off their pumpkin-carving skills in parks and say a final farewell to Halloween. 🎃. View participating parks at Maintain physical distancing.
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This fall, you can fall in love with nature. Join us for Ravine Days–on now until October 11. Many of our ravines are steps away from public transit & transport you to natural environments away from the hustle and bustle of city life. More at #RavinesTO
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Love Park opens June 23 ❤️. Join #CityofTO and @WaterfrontTO for the official Love Park opening. Celebrate the beginning of summer with live music, guest speakers and fun activities for all ages.
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What is a park? What is the future of #TOparks? We’re working with @OpenStreetsTO and @ComeAliveOutsid to build #OpenStreetsPark this morning - join us on Bloor Street to play, relax, and talk about Toronto’s #ParklandStrategy! #OpenStreetsTO
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High Park is closed to vehicle traffic this weekend. The park has been closed to car traffic throughout the pandemic to create more space for people to get active.
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The @cityoftoronto has a goal to expand the tree canopy to 40 per cent to help build climate resilience and support the goals set out in the NetZero Strategy. For more information on the City's climate action strategy, visit #TransformTO
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High Park is closed to vehicle traffic this weekend. The park has been closed to car traffic throughout the pandemic to create more space for people to get active.
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"One of my most memorable Toronto Island experiences was kayaking during the massive floods . I was shocked to see how high the water levels had gotten. I remember kayaking through one of the baseball diamonds" read this #Islandstories and share yours at
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To create more space for people to be active during the pandemic, High Park has been closed to car traffic on weekends. It will be closed to car traffic again this weekend, consider alternative forms of transit when visiting.
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The Ravine Strategy's vision is a natural, connected sanctuary essential for the health and well-being of the city, where use and enjoyment support protection, education and stewardship. Executive Committee considers the implementation plan tomorrow:
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With 1,000's of posts on Instagram in just 1 year, the #BerczyPark 2-tiered canine-covered (& 1 cat!) Victorian-style fountain has quickly become one of the city's most iconic whimsical locations to gather, relax, and enjoy. #tbt.📸 Industrious Photography.
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Fifteen outdoor pools are set to open tomorrow as part of the SwimTO plan to reopen the City’s aquatic amenities. Find out where you can cool down at #SwimTO
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371,865 ferry riders to #TorontoIslandPark in August, 25% of which bought tickets online - double 2015 #s #TOparks
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Love Park opens June 23 ❤️. Join #CityofTO and @WaterfrontTO for the official Love Park opening. This project was funded in part by the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario @FedDevOntario.
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Grab your binoculars and enjoy bird watching at over 1,500 parks this winter 🐦 . . #welcomeTOwinter #birdwatching
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In response to today's heat warning, the following seven outdoor pools will be open until 11:45 p.m. tonight,. Alex Duff.Giovanni Caboto.McGregor CC.Monarch Park.North Toronto Memorial.Sunnyside Gus Ryder.Smithfield. View the schedule and pool hours at
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The Ravine Strategy Implementation Report was adopted today at City Council. Over the past two years, @cityoftoronto staff have removed 252 tonnes of garbage and metal from 333 hectares of ravine land. 1/5. #RavinesTO
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Beginning December 14 at 8am, leisure skate times can be reserved for up to 7 days in advance at @cityoftoronto outdoor rinks. Reserve at #welcomeTOwinter #TOskate
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The #CityofTO, @DCMFCanada and the Douglas Wright Foundation are partnering to offer free sunscreen in 50 Toronto waterfront park locations from June to September 30, 2018. Locate them all on the website. #BeSunSafe #dlws #TOparks #heatwave
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There are more than 1,500 parks in Toronto. To avoid crowding, visit your local park rather than travelling to a destination park. If a park or playground is crowded come back another time. Learn more:
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The #TOCore is growing - and 75% of its parkland are 'parkettes'. #RailDeckPark could transform the city. #TOpoli
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Master planning makes for good parks, @CityPlanTO's efforts to secure #RailDeckPark are an investment in our future.
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We're getting ready for #WelcomeTOWinter season in Toronto! . From outdoor activities to exploring the city, there are many ways to have fun and stay active in the colder months — starting with outdoor ice rinks on Nov 27 (weather permitting). Visit
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In response to today's heat warning, the following seven outdoor pools will be open until 11:45 p.m. tonight,. Alex Duff.Giovanni Caboto.McGregor CC.Monarch Park.North Toronto Memorial.Sunnyside Gus Ryder.Smithfield. View the schedule and pool hours at
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The prescribed burn is underway at High Park. Indigenous Peoples used fire to encourage the growth of Black Oak savannahs. Without fire, the savannah will evolve into a woodland that does not support the same diversity of flora & fauna. Learn more at
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