The Reconnection Project
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Connecting you to neighbours, nature and local events.
The Reconnection Project, created by Environmental Defence, connects people with nature and their neighbours by making it easy to learn about upcoming local events. Environmental Defence is a leading Canadian environmental advocacy organization that works with government, industry and individuals to defend clean water, a safe climate and healthy communities. We know that community connection and c
06/04/2026
📣 Calling all Hamiltonians! Do you have a “soot story”? If so, we want to hear it!
Maybe you've wiped black soot off your windowsills, found it on your kids' hands or your pet's paws, noticed it on laundry left out to dry — or tasted it in the air on a morning walk.
📍 This Sunday, June 7, from 10–4, we'll be at Open Streets Hamilton at the Bernie Morelli Hub — collecting stories from Hamiltonians about their experiences with black soot in the city and pinning them to a community map.
Stop by, share your experience in 1–2 sentences, and see how your story connects to your neighbours'.
Together, we're building a real picture of how Hamilton's air quality is affecting people's homes, health and daily lives — and using those stories to push for change.
Come say hello. We can't wait to hear from you.
Full details here:
👉 https://www.hamilton.ca/openstreets
04/17/2026
✨Our FREE Spring Clothing Swap series is BACK — and coming to a city near you! 🎉
Come with some clean, gently used clothes. Leave with some fresh new-to-you pieces! Zero dollars spent. 💸
Why we love a good swap:
👗 Refresh your wardrobe (without the price tag)
♻️ Keep perfectly good items out of landfills
🍓 Enjoy light snacks and refreshments
🫶 Build community and meet new friends!
Space is limited — register now! 🌸
🔗 https://linktr.ee/TheReconnectionProject
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April 25—Waterloo Region
April 25—Mississauga
May 2—Whitby
May 9—Brampton
May 9—Hamilton
May 30—Burlington
04/10/2026
Looking for ways to get out and connect this April? 🌎🌷
We’ve rounded up some of the best events happening this month in Reconnect communities across the GTHA and beyond. 🙌
Visit our website to explore the full event map and find something near you!
🔗 https://environmentaldefence.ca/reconnect
P.S. Want the list sent straight to your inbox each month? Sign up for our free newsletter! 📬
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Brampton
Burlington
Durham
Hamilton
Mississauga
Oakville
Waterloo Region
York Region
04/07/2026
What a day on the Chedoke Radial Trail! 🌿
On March 28, over two dozen people joined our Reconnect Hamilton community and Nature at McMaster for a hike along this beautiful section of the Bruce Trail — complete with stunning waterfalls and sweeping Escarpment views. 🥾⛰️
The best part? This is just one of many free guided hikes and other events we have planned across the GTA and beyond this year, so there’s plenty more to look forward to!
👉 Want to be the first to know about upcoming events in your area?
Sign up for your local Reconnect newsletter here:
🔗 environmentaldefence.ca/reconnect
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Brampton
Burlington
Durham
Hamilton
Mississauga
Oakville
Waterloo Region
York Region
03/17/2026
Spring is almost here! 🌷☀️ Ready to get out and reconnect with your community?
There are tons of great events happening near you this month—from maple syrup festivals (‘tis the season! 🍁) to guided nature hikes and crafty workshops.
Swipe to see your region’s highlights below and visit our website for full details!
➡️ reconnectontario.ca
03/05/2026
Meet the team who wants to help you get reconnected with nature and your neighbours!
We are all hoping to build more connected, healthy, and resilient communities ❤️🌱🍉🧵🪩
02/27/2026
Join us for a hike this Sunday in Oakville 🥾🌲
Free hot beverages (bring your reusable mug ☕️) and a chance to get outside and connect with your community!
🗓️ Sunday, March 1 @ 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
📍Meet at South-west corner of the Trafalgar Ridge Plaza (near Scotiabank/Montessori), Trafalgar & Postridge Rd
🏔️We will be walking along paved or hard-packed gravel trails, with no steep sections or stairs. Mud or packed snow may make the surface uneven.
❤️ Head to the link in our bio for full details and to register
02/06/2026
What’s happening in your city this month ❄️💕
Head to reconnectontario.ca to see full event details and more fun things happening this month!
👉Select the region you live in and scroll down to our map. You can hit the arrow button in the top left corner of the map to see a full list of events and all off the details you need.
Have fun connecting with your communities this month!
We are looking for two part-time Community Outreach Coordinators who will support our efforts to engage communities in Hamilton and Oakville.
Primarily, this role will involve interacting with people at events and festivals, which requires the individual to have availability for evenings and weekends.
📍These roles are based in Hamilton and Oakville and we are looking for two people who live in, and have a close connection to, these communities.
✍️ Please submit your resume and cover letter via https://edc-careers.applytojobs.ca/ or click the link in our bio
01/30/2026
We’re getting offline and outside!
So pick up that ancient writing tool ✍️ and jot down a plan to go analog once or twice this month. A simple refresh will help clear your mind and connect you with your community.
Let us know how you are fighting the urge to bed-rot this winter 🥱 Your ideas could inspire someone else too make the most of this season.
💕Follow along for more ideas to connect with nature and your neighbours - even during the coldest months of the year. 🥶
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