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Sustainability & climate
Saving a rhino’s weight in trash: how Evergreen ditched disposables in 2024

A whopping 3,883 pounds of single-use trash never saw a landfill thanks to the Reusable Dishware Program.

Published on January 10, 2025

Public places
Feeling blue? 8 ways to brighten your winter at Evergreen Brick Works

Green means go: These activities will help you chase away the winter blues.

Published on December 20, 2024

Nature
Snow much fun: 5 snow sculptures beyond the snowman

Whether in the backyard or public park, you’ll be the talk of the neighbourhood with these cool snow creations.  

Published on December 17, 2024

Evergreen Brick works in the winter
Nature
Nature doesn't hibernate: spot these plants this winter at the Brick Works

These seven winter plants stand out against the snowy landscape. Follow our clues to uncover them.

Published on December 5, 2024

Arts & culture
Evergreen’s Holiday Gift Guide: Ideas for Sustainable Giving

Give meaningful gifts for the nature lovers, foodies and gardeners in your life this season

Published on November 27, 2024

Public places
Take a hike (literally!) 5 urban trails to explore this winter

Nature isn’t as far away as it seems. Don’t let the thermostat stop you from enjoying amazing public spaces.  

Published on November 20, 2024

Public places
New Toronto park serves as a model for dense, urban housing projects

We talked to Leah Houston, executive director of Mabelle Arts, about the role of public art, community consultation and a partnership with Evergreen to get the community even more involved.

Published on November 19, 2024

OUTLoud North Bay, a community center for youth
Community
A place to belong: inside OUTLoud North Bay

We took a tour of OUTLoud North Bay, a safe space for youth to build a strong and supportive community in which individuals can support, learn, collaborate and inspire each other.

Published on November 16, 2024

Health & wellbeing
Attention wandering? A simple walk can boost your focus

In the attention economy, everything is vying for your eyes and ears. Want to really slow down and become more attentive? Go for a walk. 

Published on November 14, 2024

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