Join us as we gather at Downsview Park for a Queer Ecology Hike led by Zwena Gray. We will engage in a relaxed park walk where we explore queer ways of knowing the land—through noticing, reflecting, and story‑sharing. We’ll try a few simple place‑based activities that help us connect with the space, with each other, and with the queer ecologies woven into the Park. This hike allows us to tune into our instincts and appreciate the everyday knowledge each person shows up with. This program is intended for participants 12 years of age or older.
Zwena Gray is a question asker, community cultivator, dreamer, and lover of forests. After completing a 900 km thru-hike of the Bruce Trail in 2022, in 2023 she began leading Queer Ecology Hikes. Join us as Zwena creates a space for us to connect with the land around us through storytelling, community, and curiosity.
This program is the first of a series of workshops to celebrate Pride Month at Downsview Park. Join us for a Queer Ecology Art program on Sunday, June 21 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM. Register for the Queer Ecology Art program here.
We acknowledge that Downsview Park is on the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. We also acknowledge that Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit.
Pets are not permitted at this program. Service animals are always welcome.
Please note this program is intended for individuals and families. Organized groups should book here.
All ages are welcome but those under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
French language service is available upon request. Please let us know.
This education program is proudly supported by TD Bank Group.
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