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Celebrating National Indigenous History Month: Adopting a Two-Eyed Approach in Climate Action
June marks National Indigenous History Month in Canada, a time to celebrate the cultures, contributions, and resilience of Indigenous Peoples. It is...
The King and the Tree
On Monday, May 26, 2025, His Majesty King Charles III and Her Majesty Queen Camilla marked their royal visit to Canada with...
Restoring Land with Willows: An Innovative Approach to Soil Remediation
Tree Canada has always been committed to finding innovative solutions for environmental restoration and climate resilience. One project we are very excited...
Joining Forces with the Elora Environment Centre Tree Trust to Celebrate Elder Trees
We are pleased to announce our partnership with the Elora Environment Centre, Tree Trust program , a significant step forward in Tree Canada’s...
The Mental Health Benefits of Urban Trees: A Deep Dive into Recent Research
Mental Health Week (May 5–11, 2025) is an opportunity to reflect on how our environment impacts mental well-being. Urban green spaces, particularly...
Paying Tribute to Women in Urban Forestry on International Women’s Day
On March 8th, in celebration of International Women’s Day, Tree Canada honours the Canadian women who, through their hard work, passion, and...
Meet Our New Forestry Specialists: The Experts Behind Tree Canada’s Urban Forestry Work
Our Forestry Specialists (FS) are the backbone of our work in urban forestry at Tree Canada. They play a vital role in...
Cultivating Greener Communities: Insights from the FCM Sustainable Cities Conference
I had the incredible opportunity to attend the Sustainable Communities Conference (SCC), presented by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), in Fredericton....
Reflections on CUFC 2024: A Focus on Equity in Urban Forestry
The 2024 Canadian Urban Forest Conference (CUFC) took place from October 15 to 18 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, bringing together urban forestry researchers,...
Ten Canadian Cities Receive Grants for Green Spaces and Tree Planting
CN and Tree Canada have awarded ten Canadian communities with $50,000 grants for tree planting and greening projects. These grants, totaling $500,000,...
Winter Threats to Canadian Trees: Keeping Our Urban and Rural Forests Healthy
Canada’s winter, with its snowy landscapes and crisp air, is breathtaking—but it’s a challenging season for our trees. Both urban and rural...
Embracing Green for the Holidays: A Guide to Ecological Festivities 2024
The holiday season is a perfect opportunity to make choices that reflect our care for loved ones and for nature. By being...
How Nature Plays a Role in Holiday and New Year Celebrations Around the World
Trees and plants are woven into celebrations around the world and across different calendars, playing a vital role in connecting us to...