OUR IMPACT

The Numbers


We prioritize highlighting the numbers and impact we’ve achieved to demonstrate the effectiveness of community engagement activities in advancing Toronto’s sustainability and livability.

10+ Kilometres


Terra Elysium has cleaned over 10 kilometers of beach and park areas in Toronto, stretching from the west end of Sunnyside Beach to Kew Beach in East York, and central urban parks like St. James.

50+ Pounds


Terra Elysium has removed over 50 pounds of waste from beaches and parks across Toronto.

30+ Types


Over 30 types of waste, plastic, and fragmented garbage materials have been picked up during Terra Elysium’s cleanup events in Toronto.

The different types of waste included: glass bottles, plastic, metal, shoes, cigarettes, confetti, masks, makeup, vape pens.

12+ Workshops & Events


Terra Elysium has hosted over 12 educational workshops and events since its inception in late October 2023.

120+ Participants Engaged


We have engaged over 120 participants in our workshops, cleanup activities, and community engagement events, working closely with each one to explore complex topics within environmental protection, the integration of art into community advocacy, and cultural representation.

Why Should We Clean Up Our Cities?


In Canada, the Great Lakes support some of the most valuable freshwater fisheries in the world, according to the Great Lakes Fishery Commission (GLFC). Lake Ontario is home to numerous species, including Chinook, Coho, and Atlantic Salmon, Rainbow, Brown, and Lake Trout, Northern Pike, Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Muskie, Channel Catfish, and Common Carp.

Failing to protect the Great Lakes from garbage and pollutants disrupts ecosystems, causing imbalances in food webs and reducing biodiversity resilience. A variety of microorganisms, fish, and bird species rely on Lake Ontario and the other Great Lakes as their habitat.

Take a look at this example of a food web within Lake Ontario to understand how interconnected species are within the environments around us.

We must take responsible action to clean these environments and educate the public, removing harmful waste to protect species and preserve our beautiful green spaces, especially in large cities like Toronto, where green spaces are limited.