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Wellington Walk Urban Geography Tour

Students will evaluate the livability and sustainability of a downtown neighborhood featuring a new mixed-use development, examine how community needs evolve over time, and engage in a simulated public meeting.

Students will evaluate the livability and sustainability of a downtown neighborhood featuring a new mixed-use development, examine how community needs evolve over time, and engage in a simulated public meeting.

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Duration

2 Hours

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Grade

7-12

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Group Size

up to 150

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Price

$15/student + HST

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Languages

Tours offered in English & French

Tour Info

Wellington Walk
Students walk in the shoes of Residents, Developers and City Planning staff as they assess the livability & sustainability of King West Village, a rapidly evolving neighbourhood in downtown Toronto.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore The Well, one of Toronto’s latest mixed use developments, and evaluate how well it serves the needs of local residents
• Debate the impact of public services and infrastructure: transportation networks, health and social services, recreational and cultural facilities, educational opportunities, heritage recognition
• Visit a historic housing block in the neighbourhood to discover how community needs and land uses change over time, and how residents respond to that change
• Take part in a mock public meeting to gain insight into how public participation and civic engagement help to drive change in our shared communities

Available in English & French.

Start Location: Spadina & Wellington
End Location: Front & Spadina, by the Well, which has a number of food outlets.

Curriculum Connections

Geography – Human Geography: students explore the physical and human geography of Canada and the world

Social Studies – People and Environments: students explore the interrelationship between people and their environment, including the impact of human activity on the natural world

English – Oral Communication: students develop their oral communication skills through a variety of activities, such as storytelling, role-playing, and group presentations.

Science – Sustainability and Stewardship: students explore the interrelationship between humans and the environment and learn about the importance of stewardship.

Geography – Human Geography: students explore the processes and patterns of human settlement, including urbanization, globalization, and sustainable development.

Social Studies – People and Environments: students explore global issues related to sustainability, social justice, and human rights.

English – Oral Communication: students further develop their oral communication skills through activities such as debates, speeches, and media presentations.

Science – Sustainability and Stewardship: students explore global environmental issues related to sustainability, climate change, and biodiversity.

Need To Know

When teachers book a tour for their class they will receive an information package that will:

-> outline any in-class preparation activities to be done prior to the tour
-> list materials & items that students should bring on the day of the tour

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Testimonials

“We had an amazing time on the walk. We learned a great deal and had a lot to talk about when we got back to school! Our guide was amazing! She was really patient, understanding and accommodating with my ESL students. The students said they actually were able to understand her fully and were very grateful that she was so friendly and patient. We also did the activity from the website, which definitely furthered the students understanding of everything we learned. “

–Sandy D, Family Studies and Geography Teacher, Greenwood S.S.

“Our students enjoyed all aspects of the walk, but if I had to pick a favourite, it would be the reporter-on-the-street activity. We were amazed how they took to it and the courage they demonstrated in approaching the public. The follow up assignments were excellent also. We had them complete the news article as individuals and the advertising assignment in their groups. The rubrics were also well thought out.”

–Alison D, Grade 8 Teacher, Bloordale MS, Etobicoke, ON