There couldn't have been a more beautiful afternoon to welcome summer. Families, friends and neighbours gathered at Willow Park Ecology Centre to celebrate the Summer Solstice with a day of reflection, connection, hands-on learning and caring for our shared planet. Following the wellness-fire ceremony, everyone headed into our Pollinator Gardens, where conversation quickly turned into action. Participants of all ages helped plant native flowers that will support bees, butterflies and other important pollinators throughout the growing season.

Written By Willow Park Norval

A huge thank you to the 407 ETR’s team of 21 professionals for spending a half-day at Willow Park Ecology Centre supporting habitat enhancement and biodiversity conservation. From improving pollinator habitat to helping maintain accessible nature trails, their efforts made a meaningful impact.

We are grateful for their continued partnership through the Volunteer Big Day Out program and look forward to welcoming them back again.

Curious about what the volunteers accomplished, the wildlife they encountered, and the special thank-you they received from local students?

Dr. David Suzuki reminded Halton Region leaders simply: “Nature is us.” He challenged us to act for the long-term care of our planet. Reflecting on the connection between ecology and economics - both rooted in our home. If we don’t care for our home there are consequences. Powerful examples like the risks of unchecked exponential growth emphasized the urgency of community-based solutions for emergency readiness, mitigation and adaptation. WPEC’s shared a call-to-action.

As winter begins its ever-so-slow trek toward spring, remember that Willow Park Ecology Center (WPEC) is available 365 days a year. We invite you to visit anytime you feel that familiar nudge to get outside and reconnect with nature’s graceful landscape.

Sometimes a little extra reason is the best motivator, right?

It All Begins Here

It All Begins Here

It All Begins Here

It All Begins Here