Grants and Contributions:

Title:

Ecological restoration of the Rouge River, West Duffins Creek and Petticoat Creek Watersheds in Rouge National Urban Park

Agreement Number:

GC-3359

Agreement Value:

$936,485.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 31, 2026 - Apr 30, 2026

Description:

This project supports ecological restoration at 13 sites in Rouge National Urban Park, restoring wetlands, riparian areas, and forests. It includes invasive species control, planting over 34,000 native trees and shrubs, installing wildlife passages to improve connectivity, and conducting extensive ecosystem monitoring. Overall, the project strengthens ecological integrity across major watersheds in a highly urbanized region and supports long-term ecosystem management.

Organization:

Parks Canada

Expected Results:

Canada’s natural heritage is protected for present and future generations.

Location:

Toronto, Ontario, CA M3N 1S4

Reference Number:

154-2025-2026-Q4-00189

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority

Federal Riding Name:

Humber River—Black Creek

Federal Riding Number:

35041

Program:

General Class Grants and Contributions Program

Program Purpose:

To assist recipients in conducting activities and delivering projects that will support Parks Canada Agency in fulfilling its mandate.