Our Backyard Tree Planting Program offers native trees and shrubs to property owners at a subsidized cost.
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Local Enhancement & Appreciation of Forests
Improving communities, one tree at a time.
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Oaks, sugar maples and white pines play vital roles in shaping the forest environment and supporting a diverse range of wildlife. These trees influence forest structure, provide crucial food sources and create habitats, all of which help maintain the resilience and health of Ontario’s woodlands. Read on to explore the ecological importance of these keystone trees and their impact on biodiversity.
This year, LEAF staff and volunteers had the pleasure of attending two full-day workshop sessions with Indigenous speaker, Gary Pritchard, and his team at 4 Directions Conservation Consulting Services (4 Directions). Learn more about the work 4 Directions is doing and the impact this training had on those who participated.
Meet Wameeya and Jesse, two recent graduates of LEAF’s Young Urban Forest Leaders (YUFL) program! They both gained valuable experiences in the fields of arboriculture, urban forestry and community engagement throughout the 2023 program. Our Education Coordinator, Natasha Jovanovic, recently caught up with them to learn more about their experiences as YUFL participants.
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Ajax Rebate
Ajax property owners receive an additional $150 rebate through the Full Service Program or a $100 rebate through the Do-It-Yourself Program.
Markham Discount
Endorsed by Markham's Trees for Tomorrow initiative, Markham property owners pay $100 for deciduous trees and $50 for evergreen trees.
Newmarket Rebate
Newmarket property owners will receive an additional $100 Stormwater Management Rebate for planting a tree on their property.
