Equity in Canada’s Urban Forests
In June 2024, Tree Canada presented an E-Lecture series, as part of the Canadian Institute of Forestry’s National E-Lecture Program, titled “Equity in Canada’s Urban Forests: How Can We Engage People in Urban Conservation Where They Live?” Curated by Dr. Adrina C. Bardekjian, Tree Canada’s Director of Research and Engagement, this webinar series brought together experts to delve into critical issues surrounding equity within the realm of urban forestry.
We invite you to watch these recorded sessions and gain a deeper understanding of this evolving topic:
Dr. Sara Barron, Elisa Kwun & Dr. Stephen R.J. Sheppard, University of British Columbia
Education and Engagement to Inspire Low Carbon Resilience in Canadian Cities
Janet McKay, Local Enhancement and Appreciation of Forests (LEAF)
A Path Toward Tree Equity: Starting the Journey
Christian Cassidy, Trees Winnipeg
Trees Winnipeg: Community Education and Tree Planting in Underserved Communities
Peyton Meters, pipikwan pêhtâkwan, Camille Lefrançois, Diamond Head Consulting & Delvina E. Bernard, Mount Saint Vincent University
DEI Engagement Beyond the Basics: A Halifax Case Study on Urban Forest Plan Renewal