Fall is fast approaching, and that means that the salmon run is officially back and in full swing in Toronto. For anyone new to the salmon run — don't worry, you're probably not alone — Chinook, Coho, and Atlantic Salmon migrate upstream along Toronto rivers around this time of year, to lay eggs at spawning sites rich in oxygen for their young to hatch and grow. Common places where you can easily spot the salmon include the Don River Fish Ladder — located off the Don trail — as well as areas along the Humber River, including Etienne Brulé Park. The salmon run is a natural process that we're privileged to experience in the city, and, regardless of how high supermarket fish prices have grown, these salmon can often be unpleasant for human consumption. The Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) keeps the community informed throughout the season, allowing the public to track sightings of salmon.