Montreal
Then and Now: The Ongoing Impact of National Tree Day Planting Events
As the 13th edition of National Tree Day approaches, it’s the perfect time to look back at some of our past planting sites and celebrate the lasting impact that volunteers have made….
Celebrate International Day of Forests
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International Women’s Day 2022: Meagan Hanna
Meagan Hanna, MA Living Collections Supervisor, Gardens and Arboriculture, Montreal Botanical Garden, City of Montreal Sessional Lecturer, University of British Columbia 1. What are your proudest accomplishments? I feel grateful to have been part of so many remarkable teams devoted to meaningful…
Quebec Region Urban Forestry Update – December 2021
Tree-related news in Quebec Here’s a quick and non-exhaustive overview of the highlights of tree-related news in Quebec during the past few months. Urban forests 1. City of Québec’s Tree Vision: mid-term review After five years of implementation, the City publishes…
Tree Canada boosts Canada’s urban canopy and communities’ spirits on the tenth anniversary of National Tree Day
September 22, 2021 – Ottawa, ON Today, Tree Canada and close to 600 volunteers will plant over 3,000 trees in twelve communities across Canada in celebration of the tenth anniversary of National Tree Day. Tree Canada, along with community volunteers from North…
How trees keep us and our communities cool
Welcome to the dog days of summer! Those of us who are fortunate enough to live near a green space are likely finding some relief by taking shelter beneath the shade of a giant tree. Trees are nature’s air conditioner, and nowhere…
Canadian Urban Forest Network – Quebec Update
By Christian Messier – Quebec Representative Major tree planting projects in Quebec cities In the current context of our changing climate, there is a growing recognition that trees, and more generally urban forests, play a great role in our well-being and health….