Toronto Grey to Green

Green Roof Installation and Maintenance Professional Training

Thursday June 19, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Ginkgo Sustainability HQ (178 Norseman St, Etobicoke, ON)

Masterclass - Crop Production for Green Roofs: How to Get the Most out of your Rooftop Farm

Thursday June 19, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Toronto Metropolitan University, DCC Building, 7th Floor (288 Church Street, Toronto, ON)

Grey to Green Conference

Friday June 20, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Toronto Metropolitan University, ENG building 3rd floor, Sears Atrium (245 Church Street, Toronto ON)

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Join us for the Toronto Grey to Green 2025 Conference, a must-attend event for architects, landscape architects, and green infrastructure professionals.

June 19, 2025 – Green Roof Installation & Maintenance Professional (GRIMP) Training
Enhance your green roof expertise with this in-depth training session designed for professionals looking to deepen their knowledge of green roof systems. This session covers best practices for installation, maintenance, and long-term performance to ensure successful green roof projects. This session will include: 4 hours of instruction, lunch, 4 hours of hand-on green roof installation demonstration with several green roof systems, downloadable digital resource manual, one attempt at the GRIMP exam, and one year of complimentary GRHC individual membership.

GRIMP Training Details

Date & Time: Thursday June 19th, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Venue: Ginkgo Sustainability HQ - 178 Norseman St, Etobicoke, ON
Instructor: Blaine Stand, GRP, GRIMP, Professional Resources Manager, Green Roofs for Healthy Cities
Lunch is included!

June 19, 2025 – Crop Production for Green Roofs Masterclass
Green roofs have been adopted in cities all over the world to combat the urban heat island effect and manage stormwater runoff, but they also hold great potential to produce agricultural crops. On a quarter-acre green roof, the Urban Farm at Toronto Metropolitan University grows more than 80 different crops, harvesting an average of 7,000 lbs of produce annually for the community. Join Arlene Throness and Ines Lacarne to learn how to operate a market garden on a green roof using ecological growing practices. From crop planning, to cultivation and harvest, to closing the roof for the winter, this masterclass will take you through each stage of seasonal production on an urban agriculture green roof.

Masterclass Details

Date & Time: Thursday June 19th, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Venue: Toronto Metropolitan University, DCC Building, 7th Floor (288 Church Street, Toronto, ON)
Instructors: Arlene Throness, Urban Farm Manager, Toronto Metropolitan University & Ines Lacarne, Field Engagement Coordinator, Toronto Metropolitan University

June 20, 2025 – Grey to Green Conference
Engage with leading professionals, researchers, and policymakers as we explore the latest innovations in green infrastructure. Through expert-led presentations, panel discussions, and case studies, attendees will gain valuable insights into climate resilience, urban biodiversity, and sustainable design strategies. See the detailed agenda below.

Why Green Infrastructure Matters in Toronto

Toronto is a North American leader in green roof implementation, thanks to its forward-thinking Green Roof Bylaw and strong commitment to sustainability. As cities face increasing challenges from climate change, green infrastructure—such as green roofs, living walls, and urban forests—plays a crucial role in mitigating urban heat, managing stormwater, and improving air quality. By integrating nature-based solutions into the built environment, Toronto continues to set the standard for resilient and livable cities

This conference offers an unmatched opportunity to network with fellow professionals, exchange ideas, and discover new opportunities in the rapidly growing green infrastructure sector.

The Toronto Grey to Green Conference is approved for 7 HSW Continuing Education Credits from AIA, ASLA and GRHC.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this transformative event—register today!

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