Friends of Bronte Creek Park

Site: Oakville

Record #: BTN2840
Last Full Update: 03 Nov 2023

Contact Information

Office Phone 905-827-6911 ext 287
E-Mail bcppfriends@gmail.com
Website brontecreek.org/BCPP_Friends/
Social Media Facebook Facebook, Instagram Instagram, Twitter Twitter
Primary Contact Doug Entwistle, President
Alternate Contact Christine Prince, Park Superintendent, Bronte Creek Provincial Park; Phone: 905-827-6911; Email: Christine.prince@ontario.ca
Volunteer Coordinator Joanne Wright
Contact Form brontecreek.org/BCPP_Friends/contact-us

Agency Information

Description (Agency)

A community based, non-profit charitable organization dedicated to enhancing the natural, cultural and educational resources of Bronte Creek Provincial Park in Oakville.

Legal Status (50) Non Profit
Established 1995
Primary Executive Doug Entwistle, Chair
Alternate Executive Sheldon Rodrigues, Vice Chair
Funding Grants ; Fundraising ; Donations ; Sale of Goods

Description and Service Details

Description (Service)

A charitable organization made up of community volunteers

  • mission is to enhance visitor experiences at Bronte Creek Provincial Park, and related programming 

Programs include interpretive, educational, scientific, and historical initiatives that further the Park's profile in the community, and the enjoyment of visitors 
 
Services and activities include:

  • sponsoring Friends' website 
  • providing and maintaining animal feed dispensers for Park visitors 
  • heritage restoration assistance to Spruce Lane Farm 
  • tree release programs 
  • assistance with seasonal maintenance 
  • running of the annual Harvest Festival 

Information on park facilities, events and fees available on the Bronte Creek website

Hours

Board meets first Tue of the month at 7 pm in Boardroom of Park Office at Bronte Creek Provincial Park, call ahead to confirm

Areas Served Halton Region ; Greater Golden Horseshoe
Eligibility No restrictions
Application
  • call for information
  • to join or volunteer, click here
Languages English
Fees Membership ; encouraged for volunteers, but not mandatory

Site Information

Site Location Main Gate House
Located In Community Oakville
Address & Map
1219 Burloak Dr
Oakville, ON L6M 4J7
 
View Google Map
Intersection Burloak Dr and Upper Middle Rd
Physical Access Partially Accessible - details available on the Bronte Creek Park website

Categories and Classification

Service Categories Auxiliaries ; Volunteer Opportunities

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