Bringing nature back into city living 🌼 | Transforming a hydro corridor into a 16 km community-powered greenspace in Scarborough, ON | Project led by @TRCA_HQ
Toronto, Ontario
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Big news for Scarborough! 🌿🚴♂️ Today, TRCA joined federal, municipal, and community partners to officially open Section 3 of @TheMeadoway.
The new section features 1.1 km of multi-use trail, a safe crossing at Midland Ave, and a new bridge over Highland Creek tributary. Together, these upgrades make it safer and easier to walk, wheel, and connect with local parks, schools, and transit—all while protecting local meadow habitats. 🌸🐦
We also celebrated new federal support through the Active Transportation Fund for wayfinding and furnishings, plus Parks Canada funding for public realm enhancements across the corridor!
Thank you to the Government of Canada, the @cityoftoronto, and the Weston Family Foundation for supporting healthier, more connected communities.
#TheMeadoway #Scarborough #ActiveTransportation #Toronto
Love #nature? Passionate about your #community? Become a #Meadoway Ambassador and help bring this incredible urban greenspace to life! 👉 Apply today and join a team making a difference: themeadoway.ca/ambassador-pr…
It began in 2012 with an idea: Why not rethink the space beneath a #HydroCorridor.🌼Since then, with the support of The Weston Family Foundation, #TheMeadoway has undergone remarkable transformations to create vibrant habitats for wildlife and greenspace for communities to enjoy!
Curious to learn all the details of our latest progress? Dive into our annual progress report and discover how we're bringing #TheMeadoway to life! Read the 2024 Annual Progress Report here: themeadoway.ca/resources/#re…
The Meadoway is a community-powered vision for vibrant urban greenspaces. 🌿 Your donation helps transform hydro corridors into thriving habitats for people and wildlife. Every contribution makes a difference! 👉 Donate now: foundation.trca.ca/?portfoli…
Have questions about #TheMeadoway? 🌿 We’ve got answers! Check out our FAQ page for everything from project details to what makes this greenspace so unique: themeadoway.ca/faqs/
#DYK The Meadoway Is transforming the landscape of Scarborough? 🌿 Stretching 16 km through the GTA, it connects downtown #Toronto to @RougePark, linking schools, parks, trails, and providing habitat for 1,000+ species. Learn more: themeadoway.ca/project-histo…
From new trail connections to restoration milestones, there’s always something happening along this 16-km stretch of urban greenspace! 📢 Follow our updates to see how we’re transforming hydro corridors into thriving meadows: themeadoway.ca/trail-buildin…
Did you know #TheMeadoway is open all winter long? ❄️ #Winter doesn’t have to mean staying indoors—come explore The Meadoway! While the flowers may be tucked away for the season, the trails are still open, offering the perfect winter escape right in the heart of the city. ️
Whether you're snowshoeing along the quiet paths to enjoy the serene winter landscape or spotting wildlife in their cozy winter habitats, #TheMeadoway is your year-round destination for a peaceful outdoor adventure. ☃️👉 Check out the trail map here: themeadoway.ca/public-access…
Ready to make a difference in your community? Join us as a Meadoway #Ambassador and help bring #TheMeadoway to life this year! 🌱 As an Ambassador, you’ll have the chance to connect with nature, support community events, and get hands-on with exciting projects in The Meadoway.
Whether you're passionate about environmental stewardship or just love connecting with others, we’d love to have you on the team! 👉 Interested? Apply today and be part of something meaningful: themeadoway.ca/ambassador-pr…
#HappyNewYear from #TheMeadoway! 🎉 2024 is shaping up to be an exciting year, with plenty of trails to explore and even more #restoration work ahead. 🌿 We’re looking forward to another year of connecting you to #nature. Plan your visit ➡️ themeadoway.ca/public-access…
Our team is taking a break for the holidays from December 23, 2024, to January 6, 2025. During this time, our social media and email won't be monitored. Thank you for your understanding! 🙏 Wishing you a joyful holiday season and see you next year! ✨🎉
Looking to get outdoors over the holidays? The Meadoway is open year-round and offers a peaceful escape during the winter season. Plan your visit using our public access map ➡️ themeadoway.ca/public-access…
Ever wonder how plants survive the #winter? In short, they go to sleep! ❄️🌱As winter arrives, plants enter a rest period called dormancy. During this time, their metabolism slows down and conserves energy to get through the cold months, so they'll be ready to grow in the spring!
If you've been out exploring #TheMeadoway this fall, you’ve probably noticed some strange, ping-pong-sized growths on the goldenrod stems. 🧐 These odd-looking bumps are called #galls, and they’re formed by insects like the #goldenrod gall fly! 🪰
Even when the meadow looks quiet in the colder months, there’s always something fascinating to discover! Plan your winter visit by checking out our public access map here ➡️ themeadoway.ca/public-access…
The female #GallFly lays her eggs inside the plant, and when the larvae hatch, they cause the plant to grow a protective gall around them. These galls provide food and shelter for the larvae, keeping them safe through the winter.❄️In spring, the larvae will emerge as adult flies!
#TheMeadoway is featured on the Ontario Professional #Planners Institute Exchange Blog! 🎉 The article explores how we’re transforming underutilized urban spaces into vibrant green corridors. 🌿 Check out the full article through the following link: bit.ly/4eXWsYJ
