Toronto and Region Conservation Authority

Volunteer Role Details:

Duration: May 2026 to October 2026 

Volunteer Hours: 2 hrs/month (on Wednesdays) 

Work Location(s): The Meadoway Entrance Garden, Pharmacy Ave, west of Wexford Park in Scarborough

Number of Vacancies: 5

Division: Conservation Parks & Lands

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA Volunteer team:

As a Garden Volunteer, you will assist TRCA Gardening staff in caring for The Meadoway Entrance Garden, a signature garden built in 2024 as a gift from the Garden Club of Toronto to the community.

This beautiful new pollinator garden in Scarborough is filled with native grasses and wildflowers  showcasing a diversity of plants endemic to Southern Ontario meadows, strategically arranged to support local wildlife, demonstrate native plant gardening, and a place for the local community to meet and enjoy nature.

This opportunity is also a terrific way to get outdoors, connect with others, and be active!

What you will do as a volunteer: 

• Work alongside TRCA staff to maintain gardens, i.e. weeding
• Assist with planting and watering.
• Engage with local community and foster a greater appreciation of gardening with native plants.
• Learn basic plant identification skills.
• Learn to identify invasive weed species and use best management practices to remove them.

What will you need to succeed: 

• Gardening and general landscape maintenance experience.
• An interest in gardening, horticulture, and natural heritage. 
• Willingness to learn and share knowledge.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Physically able to walk on uneven terrain, kneel, crouch, or bend for prolonged periods.
• Please be advised that successful volunteers are required to supply and wear work gloves and CSA approved Green triangle safety footwear.

While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all volunteer applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. 

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the volunteer selection process, provided the volunteer candidate makes their accommodation needs known to the TRCA. We welcome volunteer applications from all qualified persons. 

Personal information you provide through the TRCA volunteer recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this volunteer recruitment process for volunteer opportunities with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Any question regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records and Information, 5 Shoreham Drive, Toronto, ON, M3N 1S4, (437) 880 2308.

Volunteer Role Details:

Duration: April 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026

Volunteer Hours: Variable

Work Location(s): The Meadoway, Scarborough

Number of Vacancies: 30

Division: Education and Training

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA Volunteer team:

As a Meadoway Ambassador, you will be part of a team of community champions dedicated to the animation of The Meadoway, Scarborough's community-powered greenspace. You will be working alongside TRCA staff to support the delivery of community stewardship events and learning experiences that teach a greater appreciation of the environment and empower people to get outside and enjoy nature.

TRCA's Community Outreach and Education Team develops and delivers numerous events across TRCA's jurisdiction that engage various audiences. Events include guided nature hikes, native plantings, litter cleanups, gardening or nature workshops, education booths at large festivals, community science events, and more.

What you will do as a volunteer (training will be provided): 

• Assist with the set-up and take-down of tables, tents, and other event equipment
• Greet participants, collect registration information, and answer questions regarding the event or program
• Assist with nature interpretation at events
• Engage event participants in interactive activities at events (training will be provided)
• Attend at least two Meadoway events in 2026
• Attend at least two virtual steering meetings annually
• Adhere to all TRCA safety policies and procedures

What will you need to succeed: 

• Passion for or knowledge of environmental topics, with a focus on local wildlife, native plants, and environmental conservation
• Experience with community events or an interest in providing nature interpretation to the general public
• Comfortable working outdoors in a team environment
• Customer service experience is an asset
• Familiarity with TRCA and its programs is an asset
• Must be 18 years of age or older

While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all volunteer applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. 

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code,  Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the volunteer selection process, provided the volunteer candidate makes their accommodation needs known to the TRCA. We welcome volunteer applications from all qualified persons. 

Personal information you provide through the TRCA volunteer recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this volunteer recruitment process for volunteer opportunities with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Any question regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records and Information, 5 Shoreham Drive, Toronto, ON, M3N 1S4, (437) 880 2308.

Volunteers must attend ONE mandatory orientation session from the following options:

• Thursday, June 11th at 1pm OR
• Saturday, June 13th at 10am

Volunteer Role Details:

Duration: June - November 

Volunteer Hours: Varied

Work Location(s): Eastbourne Park Tiny Forest site, access is located across from Earnscliffe Park at 44 Eastbourne Drive) - MAP LINK

Number of Vacancies: Unlimited

Division: Restoration and Infrastructure

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA Volunteer team:

This volunteer opportunity is ideal for those that live in the L6T postal code area.

Volunteers will help staff identify native trees and shrubs and invasive species, collect data and record data on handheld Trimble units. The data collected will help determine what species work at the restoration site for future planting opportunities and to monitor the success rates of the planted material. This volunteer opportunity also involves seasonal mulching and weeding of the Eastbourne Park Tiny Forest site and is an amazing way to get into nature while focusing on citizen science.

Volunteers will be provided with equipment but are encouraged to secure their own gloves to ensure proper fit.​

Volunteers are required to attend ONE mandatory training session.

If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact Bhavisha at bhavisha.solanki@trca.ca or by phone at 437-880-2159.

What you will do as a volunteer: 

• Assist with the removal of invasive species to help native trees and shrubs thrive.
• Monitor previously planted native trees and shrubs to record success rates of plantings.
• Record human interactions.
• Identify and record wildlife observed.
• Monitoring for fence damage and report to TRCA for repairs.

What will you need to succeed:

• Complete mandatory infield training session.
• Comfortable working out outdoors in all weather conditions
• Interest in environmental conservation
• Native plant identification skills is an asset
• Willingness to learn
• Volunteers under the age of 18 requires a parent/guardian to sign off on the waiver in addition to the volunteer.
• Experience with fieldwork and/or collecting data is considered an asset.

While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all volunteer applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. 

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code,  Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the volunteer selection process, provided the volunteer candidate makes their accommodation needs known to the TRCA. We welcome volunteer applications from all qualified persons. 

Personal information you provide through the TRCA volunteer recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this volunteer recruitment process for volunteer opportunities with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Any question regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records and Information, 5 Shoreham Drive, Toronto, ON, M3N 1S4, (437) 880 2308.