Wanless Park

This island of green space is located in one of the small neighbourhoods of Toronto, just north of Lawrence Avenue between Bayview Avenue and Yonge Street. The park is relatively small in size, with approximately 5 acres of green space.

Recreation
The park is a favourite amongst the neighbouring communities as features an extensive array of fun and recreational activities. Numerous tennis courts, a basketball court, a children’s playground, a wading pool with a lifeguard, a baseball diamond and grass fields. During the winter, a skating rink is installed in the spot of the pool. During the summer, the park is utilized for camps and Ultimate Frisbee tournaments.

Sustainable Initiative
Every April (which is coming soon!) an annual “Clean up a Park Day” take place by the Wanless Park neighbourhood residents. They come out to clean up garbage and clear any non-compostable matter. The day usually falls on the weekend and all of the volunteers are provided with refreshments such as juice, tea and water. In addition, the residents donate and plant trees in the park in the memory of their loved ones. These trees typically have a plaque engraved with a name of their loved one in front of them.


Wanless Park is a great example of how community can encourage and promote sustainability in its city through care for its environment. The idea behind our blog is to inspire more of such green initiatives and instill love for the city's parks and green space.

Coronation Park

Located on Remembrance Drive off Fort York Blvd, Coronation Park boasts a large area of green land. The park is kept in excellent condition all year round due to its historical significance. Coronation Park was established in 1934 when conservationists and war veterans decided to expand the role of the park by commemorative coronation planting. On May 12, 1937 the largest ceremonial planting of its time in Canada took place. A royal oak tree surrounded by a ring of oak trees was planted to create a central focus in the park. A grove of maple trees was also planted in memory of the many Canadian troops who fought overseas. 
 
Recreation 
Those war buffs in you can visit Battery Park to see a warplane, tank and artillery gun. For those who are looking for an active recreation, the park features a regional softball center with three slo-pitch softball diamonds are illuminated for night games.

Things to do in March
This park is perfect for a historical type of tourism. For those who are looking to learn about Toronto’s military history, include this park on your list along with Historic Fort York located just steps away. Fort York National Historic Site is a birthplace of urban Toronto. It is the location where the Battle of York came to its violent climax in 1813 during the War of 1812. The Fort served as the city's primary harbour defence between the 1790s and the 1880s, and was the home of a military garrison until the 1930s.

Ashbridges Bay

Location: Lake Shore Blvd East M4L 3W6
District: Toronto & East York

If you like the beach and enjoy a nice jog or simply a relaxed walk down the boardwalk, Ashbridges Bay is perfect for you! This park is composed of 35 hectares of waterfront park which includes a regional softball centre and public boat launch ramps. Pedestrian and bicycle trails are located on the Martin Goodman Trail. Complementing its expansive beaches is the Woodbine Beach boardwalk. Also on site, is a recently renovated restaurant where you can relax indoors and enjoy a cold drink along with delicious food after a day full of nature, relaxation, and exercise!

The park features three slow-pitch softball diamonds and a rugby pitch. The park also has beach volleyball games throughout the summer so if you're looking for a recreational activity that commences weekly, beach volleyball is a perfect way to stay active with friends while getting some sun. The park even has a skateboarding park just a few minutes north of the beach!

In March Ashbridges bay is still beautiful to visit with restaurants and the boardwalk, softball pitches, skate park, and surrounding green space available to enjoy all year round.

Did you know? The park is named after Sarah Ash Bridge, a Quaker widow and United Empire
Loyalist from Philadelphia who settled here in 1793 and obtained a Crown land grant for a farm
in 1799.

Rouge Park

Located at the Eastern edge of Toronto bordering Pickering lies a vast beautiful natural oasis called Rouge Park. Rouge Park is Canada’s first national urban park. With major events happening monthly, a kid’s zone, and a variety of hikes and activities, this park has everything to satisfy the nature lover from young to old. The park is also located next to the Toronto Zoo, so if you wanted to really jam-pack your day, you could always end your day at the park with a trip to the zoo, or vice versa!

Something you probably didn’t know: The Rouge River got its name from riverbank day causing the stream to look red, or “rouge” in French, hence the name Rouge Park.

Things to do in March: The month of March brings the first sights and sounds of spring, including blossoming flowers, leaves, and birds. March is the perfect time to take a guided hike in Rouge Park. Guided hikes happen 4 to 5 times a week at Rouge Park, and about 3 times daily. Each guided hike has a different challenge and activity level, so there’s something for everyone. You can download the walking schedule from The Rouge Park official website. Groups for the hike can be up to 15 people.