Our Fragile Planet
Environmental Education
Join us for free, engaging programs about our environment and how to green your world. Programs cover a wide range of topics. Learn how you can do your part to tread lightly on our planet. You can also check out selected books, magazines, DVDs and other information.
Past Programs
- Greens, Corn & Migration: Finding food stories on your plate with Chef and Food Activist Joshna Maharaj
- Repurpose Your Clothes to Save the World
- Tagging Trash in Lake Ontario: Meet the U of T Trash Team
- Toronto Ravines: Intersections of Race, Access and Engagement
Borrow a Birding Kit
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Provided by Birds Canada, kit includes:
- binoculars
- birding guide
- survey
- backpack.
Borrow up to 14 days. Available at Downsview Branch
Watch programs on an Intro to Birding: With or Without Binoculars Part 1 and Part 2
Environmentalist in Residence
Meet this year’s Environmentalist in Residence Jenny Davis.
Recommended Reading
- Our Fragile Planet Reading List - Recommended reading on the environment for adults, teens and children.
- Environmental Must-Reads - A selection of timeless books that acknowledge the importance of the environment from different perspectives.
- Toronto Biodiversity Series - Browse all of the City of Toronto's booklets on local wildlife.
Get the latest news about library programs
Our bi-weekly email newsletter has the latest news about upcoming programs and links to videos of recent events.