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.
Duration
2 Hours
Grade
7-12
Group Size
up to 150
Price
$15/student + HST
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
“The Art Walk was amazing; my grade 6 students got to walk, climb, draw and photograph Toronto. I look forward to taking this field trip every year.”
–Andrea C, Grade 7 Teacher, Toronto District Catholic School Board
“The guides were knowledgeable, the content was engaging, and the activities were relevant. My students loved it! The tour was a great way for my students to learn more about the media industry while exploring various types of media found in an urban setting.”
