Promotes the maintenance and beatification of Phin Park, planting of trees and shrubs and other nature-based initiatives. If you are interested in volunteering, reach out to [email protected]
Green space improvements: Check out what's been done in 2024!!
Phin Park herb garden: many herbs have been planted!! Check out the basil, chives, cilantro, mint, oregano, parsley, sweet peppers and rosemary. Financial support was provided by the PCA and a garden sign is thanks to Toronto Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and City’s PF&Rdepartment.
Phin Park shade garden: planted several native species with financial support from TRCA.
Phin Park pergola: new posts and benches have been built to replace broken and rotting wood. Thanks to the PF&R department.
Tiny Forest: armour stone seating and a permanent sign have been installed. Thanks to PF&R department and TRCA. Read more about the Tiny Forest Project here: www.thepocket.ca/tiny_forest_project
Oakvale Green: native plants have been planted with thanks to Oakvale Green Community Gardens volunteers and TRCA.
The city's plans to improve Phin Park in 2024/2025
- Remove the sloping patches and improve the overall grade on the path that runs from the SW to the NE corner
- Remove the guardrail on the W side of the park and replace it with armour stone (safer, more durable and attractive)
- Add benches around the wading pool
- Plant a few native trees on the W side to replace ones that died or have been assessed as dying
- Remove/replace the log seating and retaining walls in the playground
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The south entrance will be resurfaced to allow for better access and eliminate the mud pit that is there now.
- Upgrade the playground equipment
Note: This work will be done after community consultation (More information to come on how to get involved and have your say). And, most of this work will be done in the fall.