Erin Elder Tree Care Day Highlights This Spring was the launch of a new chapter of Tree Trust in Erin. It was a successful day that brought the community of Erin together to celebrate elder trees. The day began with inspiring speeches from Nicola Gailits (Tree Trust event organizer), Toni Read more…
Join us for a two-hour guided forest walk and mead tasting at Wicket Welly Farm in Belwood. Explore forest ecology, sustainable woodlot management, and the cultural history of our forests while enjoying locally crafted mead.
Come celebrate the Mount Forest Legacy Tree of the Year on September 20th. This family-friendly event will run from 10am-12pm and feature many activities such as an engaging professional tree care demonstration, local speakers, music, and refreshments!
“How old do you think the tree is?” Jim Robson, the Director of Facilities at St. Jerome’s University, asked me this question while we stared upwards into the branches of a large, spreading bur oak on the university campus. The tree sits near Laurel Creek and has obviously been providing Read more…
Join us in honouring the 2025 Centre Wellington Tree of the Year! The winning tree will be announced in mid-September, so stay tuned for the reveal! In the meantime, mark your calendars for Saturday, September 27, 2025, to honour this year’s remarkable tree with a special celebration! Enjoy light refreshments, Read more…
The idea was sparked after local residents reached out with questions about protecting older trees in their area. Nicola Gailits, Tree Trust’s Erin community lead shared that while tree planting is important, many people forget the value of the trees that are already standing. She explained that mature trees can Read more…
Save the date for this arborist workshop! Be sure to sign up, as its limited to 75 Attendees This full-day workshop combines lectures, case studies, and outdoor field learning, Be ready to engage, and learn arboriculture techniques to help clients retain their trees. Stay tuned for more details! When: Sept Read more…
The Toronto Islands serve as a vital natural barrier, shielding downtown Toronto fromwind and storm surges off Lake Ontario. However, recent losses of trees on the Islands,particularly those of the Royal Canadian Yacht Club (RCYC), highlight the impact ofsevere storms in 2017 and 2019. To aid in restoring the island’s Read more…