Kortright Centre for Conservation

Kortright Centre for Conservation Owned and operated by Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), we combine a natural oasis with leading-edge sustainable education.
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Situated 10 minutes north of Toronto, on 325 hectares of pristine woodlands, Kortright Centre combines a natural oasis with some of the most leading edge sustainable education program and events in Canada. The Centre hosts 135,000 visitors annually and offers over 50 environmental education programs for schools and 30 sustainable technology workshops for the public, trades and professionals. Since

1982, the Kortright Centre has been a centre of excellence in the field of sustainable technology. The sustainable technology education programs are anchored around The Power Trip Trail, a 1.6 kilometer trail which links a variety of demonstrations on renewable energy, energy efficiency, waste water treatment and sustainable building design. The Kortright Centre for Conservation is located at 9550 Pine Valley Drive in Woodbridge. Pine Valley Drive is located South of Major MacKenzie Drive, west of Highway 400. The Kortright Centre is named after Dr. Francis H. Kortright, world-famous outdoorsman, author and dedicated conservationist. Long before the environmental crisis became a well-known issue worldwide, Dr. Kortright recognized the urgency and resolved to do something about it. He devoted the latter part of his life, his full attention and abundant energies, to the cause of protecting wild animals of the fields, the forests, the water and the skies. In so doing, he created for all Canadians a legacy that will be appreciated by many generations to come. Since the Kortright Centre opened in 1979, it has delivered unique environmental educational experiences to over two million visitors.

Join us on Monday, February 18, 2019 for our Family Day Open House from 12:00pm - 3:00pm. Enjoy a nature-filled family f...
02/06/2019

Join us on Monday, February 18, 2019 for our Family Day Open House from 12:00pm - 3:00pm. Enjoy a nature-filled family fun day that embraces outdoor learning. Snowshoe or hike (weather permitting) through the forest, enjoy hot chocolate and a snack at the fire, create with loose parts, build shelters and more! Admission is FREE!

This is what the trails looked like a week ago! Now picture more snow  🌨❄️ We really wanted to capture a beautiful snowy...
01/30/2019

This is what the trails looked like a week ago! Now picture more snow 🌨❄️ We really wanted to capture a beautiful snowy picture, but it’s too cold! Stay warm!

We could be looking for you! We are currently hiring Education Interpreters for our upcoming Maple Syrup Festival. For m...
01/23/2019

We could be looking for you! We are currently hiring Education Interpreters for our upcoming Maple Syrup Festival. For more information and to apply please visit the Careers section on www.trca.ca

Today is your last chance to register for the upcoming Naturally Mindful course beginning on Friday, January 25, 2019 🧘‍...
01/21/2019

Today is your last chance to register for the upcoming Naturally Mindful course beginning on Friday, January 25, 2019 🧘‍♀️For more information and to register please visit www.kortright.org

Enjoying this beautiful snow dusted morning! Happy Friday 🙌
01/18/2019

Enjoying this beautiful snow dusted morning! Happy Friday 🙌

Join us for our six session Naturally Mindful course beginning on Friday, January 25, 2019 from 10:00am - 12:00pm. Culti...
01/16/2019

Join us for our six session Naturally Mindful course beginning on Friday, January 25, 2019 from 10:00am - 12:00pm. Cultivating mindfulness enhances our ability to connect with nature and trains our minds and hearts to live in the present moment. For more information and to register please visit www.kortright.org 🧘‍♀️

01/15/2019

These boots are made for walking.. Do you ever use your lunch break to visit a natural space or go for a walk? It’s a great way to destress and recharge for the afternoon

Are you a homeschooler? Did you know we offer a weekly homeschool programs during select seasons? Our 2019 Winter and Sp...
01/11/2019

Are you a homeschooler? Did you know we offer a weekly homeschool programs during select seasons? Our 2019 Winter and Spring session dates are now available. Visit www.kortright.org for more information and to register 📚

2018 was another great year, can’t wait to see what 2019 has in store
01/03/2019

2018 was another great year, can’t wait to see what 2019 has in store

Park Closure Notice: Please note the park will be closed Monday, December 24, 2018 - Tuesday, January 01, 2019. We will ...
12/23/2018

Park Closure Notice: Please note the park will be closed Monday, December 24, 2018 - Tuesday, January 01, 2019. We will reopen to the public on Wednesday, January 02, 2019

Fall or Winter 🤷‍♀️
12/17/2018

Fall or Winter 🤷‍♀️

Snowy mornings always make for a beautiful walk in 🌨❄️
12/13/2018

Snowy mornings always make for a beautiful walk in 🌨❄️

Join us on Sunday November 25, 2018 from 10:00am - 12:30pm for our Adult Workshop - Forest Therapy Walk. This session is...
11/22/2018

Join us on Sunday November 25, 2018 from 10:00am - 12:30pm for our Adult Workshop - Forest Therapy Walk. This session is a gentle experience in nature, led by Ameeta Dudani, mindfulness teacher and mental health practitioner. Program cost is $45, pre-registration is required

11/16/2018

Happy Friday! ⛄️❄️

The Elves have been working overtime to get ready for the first night of Magical Christmas Forest. Do you have your tick...
11/15/2018

The Elves have been working overtime to get ready for the first night of Magical Christmas Forest. Do you have your tickets yet?! Limited space still available at kortright.org 🎁 🎅 🎄

It’s hard to complain in the morning when your drive in looks like this ❄️🌨
11/13/2018

It’s hard to complain in the morning when your drive in looks like this ❄️🌨

Lest We Forget. Today we honour and remember Canada’s Veterans, war dead and all those who made have made the ultimate s...
11/11/2018

Lest We Forget. Today we honour and remember Canada’s Veterans, war dead and all those who made have made the ultimate sacrifice on our behalf in times of war, armed conflict and peace.

Tickets are still available for our upcoming Owl Prowls on November 08 and November 22, 2018 from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Don...
10/31/2018

Tickets are still available for our upcoming Owl Prowls on November 08 and November 22, 2018 from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Don’t miss out, it’s always a hoot 🦉Book your tickets at Kortright.org

Address

9550 Pine Valley Drive
Woodbridge, ON
L4L1A6

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+19058322289

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