Toronto Botanical Garden

Introduction to Nature Drawing
2026-02-03 13:00 - 2026-02-24 15:00 (America/Toronto) | Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON, M3C 1P2, Canada
Join us for a four-week introduction course and learn the basics of Nature Drawing!

In this 4 week course you’ll learn how to depict the natural world using classic drawing techniques. Your instructor will break down the creative process using a step-by-step approach and each week will feature a new subject to draw. Beginners welcome.
Materials are included; just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm!
Program Schedule: Tuesdays, February 3, 10, 17 & 24 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. (four sessions).
Registration: Public $100, TBG Members $85 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Alan Li
Artist and conservationist Alan Li uses pencils, ink and paint to document the wonders of the natural world. Alan’s mission is to build connections to nature through arts-based education. Since 2015, he has been partnering with non-profit environmental organizations to teach nature focused art programs and workshops.
Alan was responsible for the successful launch of the Toronto Nature Sketch program in 2018, teaching all of the art lessons during that inaugural year. Nature Sketch is an initiative of Canadian artist Robert Bateman and the Bateman Foundation.
In 2019, Alan was a speaker at the annual Ravine Symposium at Toronto Botanical Garden. In his presentation, he shared stories behind ravine inspired artwork created by himself and a small brigade of volunteer artists. Funds raised through the sale of the artwork were donated to ravine conservation initiatives at the garden.
Alan currently teaches Field Sketching, Nature Drawing and Linocut Printmaking at Toronto Botanical Garden and the High Park Nature Centre.
www.alanlidrawings.com

Join Toronto Botanical Garden
Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member !
Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

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Floral Design Program: Miniature, Small, and Large Floral Design
2026-02-03 18:00 - 2026-02-24 21:00
Join us and learn about how to best utilize space in your designs!

By focusing on the size of various designs this course will illuminate questions of scale, proportion, and the use of space in design. The elements can be used surprisingly differently in different sizes of arrangements. Choosing plant material for your design can be challenging and creative mechanics may be needed to make it all work. But, above all, this course is fun!
Course fees do not include flowers or supplies. A materials list will be e-mailed prior to the start of each class.
Learn more about our Certificate in Floral Design
Prerequisites: Floral Design Fundamentals 1 & 2.
Program Schedule: Tuesdays, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24 from 6:00-9:00 PM. Snow date: Tuesday, March 3.
Registration: Public $240, Members $190 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Pat Ware
Pat has enjoyed teaching a number of different Floral Design courses at the Toronto Botanical Garden. She is a Design, Horticultural and Rose Judge. Pat continues to participate in and learn about Floral Artistry at the local, Provincial and international levels.
Join Toronto Botanical Garden
Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!
Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotnicalgarden.ca.
To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, January 28 at 5:00 PM.

Floral Design Program: Classic Design Fundamentals 1
2026-02-05 18:00 - 2026-02-26 21:00
Learn the basics of classic floral design including four styles – a water-viewing design, a centrepiece, a crescent, and a mass design.

This course is the prerequisite to all other courses in TBG’s Floral Design Certificate program. Learn the fundamentals such as how to select and condition flowers, how to use floral design equipment and how to achieve different types of designs.
Course fees do not include flowers or supplies. Students are encouraged to find a local flower shop or grocery store to purchase their flowers. A materials list will be e-mailed prior to the start of each class.
Learn more about our Certificate in Floral Design
Program Schedule: Thursdays, February 5, 12, 19 & 26 from 6:00-9:00 PM. Snow date: Thursday, March 5.
Registration: Public $240, Members $190 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
Registration deadline: Friday, Ocotber January 30 at 5:00 PM.
About Marg Betts
Marg Betts is a Floral Design Judge with accreditation to judge and instruct the craft. Her passions are gardening, plants and her love for creating floral artistry. She is a recent Past President of the Garden Club of Toronto and has also been the Chair of the Toronto Flower Show at Canada Blooms.
Join Toronto Botanical Garden
Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!
Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program, please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Keep Fit in Winter (6 sessions)
2026-02-10 10:00 - 2026-03-17 11:00
Move easily in Winter and Keep Fit!

Get your body moving and feeling good! This class combines gentle, full-body exercises that boost your balance, agility, strength, and posture—all while helping prevent pain, stiffness, and falls. With a mix of stretching, light weights, and mindful movement, you’ll leave feeling stronger, looser, and more energized. It’s an hour of movement that’s as fun as it is good for you.
Program Schedule
Tuesdays, February 10-March 17, 2026 from 10 to 11 a.m (6 sessions).
Registration: Public $90, TBG Member $72 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
If you are interested in a trial class, please get in touch with programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca for more information.
About Tena van Andel
Tena van Andel is a certified Level II 3-D Workout™ instructor who wants to keep all of us moving till we’re 102. She enjoys volunteering for the Toronto Master Gardeners and is busy rewilding a 19th-century rundown farmhouse, fondly referred to as her ‘estate’.
Join Toronto Botanical Garden
Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!
Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.

Birding with Beni: Winter Birding
2026-02-13 10:00 - 11:30
Join us for a winter birding nature walk!

Join TBG Seasonal Horticulturist Beni to kick off the 2026 Great Backyard Bird Count. Learn how to identify common winter birds and how to contribute to citizen science through this fun, beginner-friendly tour of the ravine and surrounding gardens. Beni will share his extensive bird knowledge, identification, and photography tips as you explore the ravine and surrounding areas.
Bring your binoculars for a better view (we will have extras on hand) and a mug/thermos for a warm beverage and post-birding chat.
As with any wildlife tour, the spotting of birds and other wildlife is not guaranteed and is not within the control of the tour guide. Please be patient and considerate. The tour will not be rescheduled due to a lack of bird sightings. The tour will only be rescheduled due to inclement weather.
Meet at the TBG main entrance, just outside the George and Kathy Dembroski Centre for Horticulture.
Friday, February 13 from 10:00-11:30 AM.
Registration: Public $22, Members $20 (plus applicable taxes and fees)
About Sasan Beni
Sasan Beni is a writer turned Horticulturist. He graduated with a diploma in Environmental Landscape Management from Seneca College in King City, worked for the Toronto Zoo as a seasonal gardener, and joined TBG in 2020 as a seasonal Horticulturalist. His home is a revolving door of tropical plants. Beni is also passionate about birdwatching and wildlife photography. In the last three years, he has led many guided birdwatching walks around Toronto and has written several articles for Trellis magazine illustrated with his nature photographs.
Join Toronto Botanical Garden
Join the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) as a member to get a discount on this program, upcoming events and classes, and free parking. A TBG membership helps you deepen your knowledge and connection to the natural world, become a part of a dynamic community of plant people, and be inspired! Become a member!
Accessibility:
The walk will be at a leisurely pace throughout, following designated pathways and trails but sometimes covering uneven terrain and steep inclines. Dress appropriately for the weather and walk slowly. Wearing layers is recommended. Closed-toed shoes are required. We will begin promptly. NOTE: This program occurs rain or shine (save for cases of extreme weather); please dress appropriately for the weather.
Additional Program Information

Please review our Refund Policy and Terms of Agreement.
For more information on accessibility at the garden please review our Accessibility Features webpage. If you have any accessibility requirements during your program please email programsupport@torontobotanicalgarden.ca.
To learn more about the Toronto Botanical Garden and our programs, please review our list of Frequently Asked Questions.
