Don Valley for

Environmental Action

Protecting the Don River watershed through green infrastructure advocacy, urban forestry, and community-led conservation.

Our Initiatives Photo Contest
Our Story

Guardians of the Don River

From source to lake, we advocate for policies that protect and restore the health of the Don River watershed.

The Don River is the lifeblood of our community's ecosystems. We advocate for green roofs, urban tree canopy protection, and native plantings that support wildlife habitat throughout our neighborhoods.

Through tree walks, community education, and partnerships with Toronto Environmental Alliance, we're building a movement for watershed protection. Our upcoming repair cafes will help reduce waste that often ends up in our waterways.

Tree Walks
Tree Walks
Green Advocacy
Green Advocacy
What We Do

Our Initiatives

Flowing efforts to protect and restore our local waterways

01

Green Roof Advocacy

Advocating for green roof policies that create wildlife habitat and reduce urban heat islands in our community.

02

Community Tree Walks

Guided walks through the Don Valley to learn about urban forestry and the role trees play in watershed health.

03

Climate Action Partnership

Working with Toronto Environmental Alliance to advocate for meaningful climate policy at all levels of government.

04

Repair Cafes

Coming soon: community events to repair broken items, reducing waste that often ends up polluting our waterways.

Join Our Efforts
Photo Contest Winners

Spring 2026: Parks & Ravines Photo Competition Winners

Capturing the serene beauty of our river valley

1st Place

Brickworks

Photographer: Staci

2nd Place

Taking a break by the Don. Hiking Toronto's east end and taking a break by the peaceful river.

Photographer: Carter Hammett

3rd Place

Bench in the Gardens

Photographer: Justin Schoenhofer

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Upcoming Events

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