Connecting Children With Nature

Nature initiatives increase opportunities for land and place based play, teaching, and learning, as well as providing opportunities to be more physically active and increasing strategies for mental health and wellness. Current nature-based initiatives link to Humber College’s 2018-2023 Strategic Plan, which positions “Healthy and Inclusive Community” as one if the strategic pillars, and identifies “Health and Well-Being” as one of Humber’s core values.

Natural Playground

In addition to the diverse play opportunities, this site also has unique topographic features and winter interest.

young male and female drawing on paper outside

Two-Eyed Land-Based Play and Co-Learning

Etuaptmumk (Two-Eyed Seeing in the Mi’kmaq language) braids the strengths of Indigenous and non-Indigenous ways of being, knowing and doing.

City Wide Training

City Wide Training (CWT) is a professional learning network that provides training opportunities for early childhood professionals to support the inclusion of all children. A collaboration between Humber College and the City of Toronto Children's Services was created to enhance quality and build capacity of our early learning and care community in the greater Toronto area.

Humber Arboretum

The Humber Arboretum exists as a unique tri-partnership, jointly owned by Humber College, the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, and City of Toronto Parks, Forestry, and Recreation. It is a thriving natural ecosystem, public garden, and outdoor learning space connected to Humber College North Campus.

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