From electronic recycling events and yard sales to community clean-up initiatives and gardening workshops, there's a plethora of activities planned to welcome the warmer season. Residents are encouraged to help preserve our natural surroundings while fostering a strong sense of community by participating in any of the following Township-led initiatives. For more information about environmental events, email environmentalstewardship@king.ca.
Creating Butterfly Gardens
Date: Wednesday, June 10th
Location: King City Public Library, 1970 King Rd, King City
Time: 7:00-8:00pm
Cost: Free
Creating a butterfly garden can be a colourful and eco-friendly way to support pollinators. Learn which plants attract the butterflies of Southern Ontario at every life stage. Design a garden that thrives with minimal upkeep and simple steps that create a welcoming habitat at home or in your community.
*This workshop is run by the Lake Simcoe South Master Gardener's in partnership with the King Township Public Library*
Rethink Waste: The Circular Mindset
Date: Saturday, June 20th
Location: Boreal Farms, (13175 Weston Rd, King City)
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm.
Cost: Free
Participants explore how everyday waste connects to larger environmental systems and learn the fundamentals of the circular economy. This session shifts perspectives from “throw away” to “resource reuse,” helping participants recognize opportunities to reduce waste at the source.
Hands-On Activity: Waste Sorting Challenge
Participants sort real household waste items into: Compost, Recycling, Landfill
Followed by a discussion on common mistakes and how to improve waste habits at home.
*This event has been organized by Inno Hive and funded by The Regional Municipality of York*
National Pollinator Week
Date: June 22-28th
Location: King Township Public Library Branches
Time: During operating hours
Cost: Free
In celebration of National Pollinator Week, pick up a free pack of native wildflower seeds to start your own pollinator garden.
*Seeds provided by York Region*
Community Electronic Recycling Event
Date: Saturday, June 27th
Location: Nobleton Arena Parking lot, 15 Old King Road, Nobleton
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Cost: Free
Do you have old electronics collecting dust at home? Bring your unwanted electronics to the Community Electronic Recycling Event to ensure they are disposed of safely, recycled and kept out of the landfill. Residents will be required to unload their own items. There is no cost for patrons disposing of their electronics during the Community Electronic Recycling Event.
Items Accepted at Community Electronic Recycling Events
Televisions, monitors, desk tops, phones, printing, copying and scanning equipment, stereos, speakers, video game consoles, projectors, microphones, cameras, calculators, lighting, lower tools, small appliances, stationary and portable audio/video systems.
Please protect your privacy by cleaning all personal data and removing batteries from e-waste items prior to dropping them off. For more information on how to wipe your device click here. For more information about Electronic Recycling, please visit https://www.king.ca/electronicrecycling.
Apiary Tour
Date: Sunday, June 28th
Location: Cold Creek Conservation Area
Time: 1:00-2:30pm
Cost: $20.00+HST per person
Go on a guided Apiary Tour led by third generation beekeeper André Flys at the scenic Cold Creek Conservation Area. He’ll take you into the beehive to open and inspect a colony of bees and teach you how to identify the queen, brood, larvae, nectar, pollen, propolis and different types of bees in the hive. Learn how bees forage for food and water and what plants are important to them throughout the year. Participants will be provided with a veil to use.
Bird Walk
Date: Thursday, July 9th
Location: Happy Valley Forest, meet at intersection of 16th Sideroad & 7th Concession
Time: 4:30-6:30pm
Cost: Free
Let's go birding in your community! Whether you're a seasoned birdwatcher or a first-time enthusiast, this nature walk is for you! You'll learn to identify a variety of common bird species by their distinctive calls, vibrant colours, and unique behaviours. Bring your binoculars for an up-close view of these incredible creatures, or we will have some pairs to borrow if needed.
*This event is led by the TRCA*
Compost and Regrow: Closing the Loop
Date: Saturday, July 11th
Location: Boreal Farms, (13175 Weston Rd, King City)
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm.
Cost: Free
This session focuses on organic waste and how it can be transformed into nutrient-rich soil. Participants learn composting methods and understand the connection between food waste, soil health, and sustainable food systems.
Hands-On Activity: Build Your Own Compost Starter.
Participants will layer greens and browns in a small bin or container and learn proper ratios and maintenance.
Take-home starter kit or guide to begin composting at home.
*This event has been organized by Inno Hive and funded by The Regional Municipality of York*
Community Electronic Recycling Event
Date: Saturday, July 25th
Location: Zancor Centre Parking lot, 1600 15th Sideroad, King City
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Cost: Free
Do you have old electronics collecting dust at home? Bring your unwanted electronics to the Community Electronic Recycling Event to ensure they are disposed of safely, recycled and kept out of the landfill. Residents will be required to unload their own items. There is no cost for patrons disposing of their electronics during the Community Electronic Recycling Event.
Items Accepted at Community Electronic Recycling Events
Televisions, monitors, desk tops, phones, printing, copying and scanning equipment, stereos, speakers, video game consoles, projectors, microphones, cameras, calculators, lighting, lower tools, small appliances, stationary and portable audio/video systems.
Please protect your privacy by cleaning all personal data and removing batteries from e-waste items prior to dropping them off. For more information on how to wipe your device click here. For more information about Electronic Recycling, please visit https://www.king.ca/electronicrecycling.
Apiary Tour
Date: Sunday, July 26th
Location: Cold Creek Conservation Area
Time: 1:00-2:30pm
Cost: $20.00+HST per person
Go on a guided Apiary Tour led by third generation beekeeper André Flys at the scenic Cold Creek Conservation Area. He’ll take you into the beehive to open and inspect a colony of bees and teach you how to identify the queen, brood, larvae, nectar, pollen, propolis and different types of bees in the hive. Learn how bees forage for food and water and what plants are important to them throughout the year. Participants will be provided with a veil to use.
Upcycle and Create: Turning Waste into Value
Date: Saturday, August 15th
Location: Boreal Farms (13175 Weston Rd, King City)
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: Free
Participants discover how to transform everyday waste materials into functional or creative products. This session introduces circular design thinking and encourages creativity while reducing reliance on new resources.
Hands-On Activity: Upcycled Product Build
Participants choose one:
Turn containers into planters
Repurpose fabric into tote bags
Create simple builds using reclaimed materials
Leave with a finished product they created.
*This event has been organized by Inno Hive and funded by The Regional Municipality of York*
Community Electronic Recycling Event
Date: Saturday, August 22nd
Location: Trisan Centre Parking lot, 25 Dillane Dr, Schomberg
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Cost: Free
Do you have old electronics collecting dust at home? Bring your unwanted electronics to the Community Electronic Recycling Event to ensure they are disposed of safely, recycled and kept out of the landfill. Residents will be required to unload their own items. There is no cost for patrons disposing of their electronics during the Community Electronic Recycling Event.
Items Accepted at Community Electronic Recycling Events
Televisions, monitors, desk tops, phones, printing, copying and scanning equipment, stereos, speakers, video game consoles, projectors, microphones, cameras, calculators, lighting, lower tools, small appliances, stationary and portable audio/video systems.
Please protect your privacy by cleaning all personal data and removing batteries from e-waste items prior to dropping them off. For more information on how to wipe your device click here. For more information about Electronic Recycling, please visit https://www.king.ca/electronicrecycling.
Sustain and Scale: Building a Circular Community
Date: Saturday, September 19th
Location: Boreal Farms (13175 Weston Rd, King City)
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: Free
The final session brings everything together by focusing on long-term behavior change and community impact. Participants reflect on their learning and explore how circular practices can be expanded into schools, neighborhoods, and community initiatives.
Hands-On Activity: Community Solution Design Challenge
In small groups, participants design a local solution: Community compost program, School waste reduction plan, Neighborhood sharing/swap initiative.
Create a simple poster or pitch outlining your idea.
*This event has been organized by Inno Hive and funded by The Regional Municipality of York*
Photo & Video
Township of King staff, contracted photographers, and media may be taking photos and video footage at environmental events. These images may be used, re-used and published in news stories, social media and on websites, in addition to distributed to our event partners.
If you would like to speak to staff regarding the use of images/video captured at events, please contact us by phone at (905) 833-5321 or e-mail at environmentalstewardship@king.ca.