Help us in our mission to improve Markham’s urban forest, one tree at a time! Join LEAF for an afternoon of planting native trees and shrubs in Robinson Creek. All ages welcome.

Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Planting event will take place from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Please wear:

• Closed-toed shoes or boots – no sandals, please!

• Gardening gloves, if you have them (we will have extras)

• Appropriate clothing – the event runs rain or shine

All LEAF events count toward secondary school volunteer hour requirements.

Dig into the fun and help us grow Vaughan’s urban forest canopy! Join LEAF for a family-friendly afternoon planting native trees and shrubs in North Maple Regional Park.

Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Planting event will take place from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Please wear:

• Closed-toed shoes or boots – no sandals, please!

• Gardening gloves, if you have them (we will have extras)

• Appropriate clothing – the event runs rain or shine

All LEAF events count toward secondary school volunteer hour requirements.

Join Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority as we plant hundreds of trees along the Maple Leaf Trail at Heber Down Conservation Area! Registration required.

We will be planting the naturalized, un-mown area inside of the Maple Leaf Trail loop with a goal to plant mid- to late-successional species to promote natural succession toward tolerant mixed-wood forest from the early pioneer stage that the area is currently in.

The site lies on the beach of the post-glacial Lake Iroquois Shoreline, and has been growing in naturally with shoreline-associated, early successional species such as Willows and poplars including Cottonwood and Bebb's Willow. The area had been in agricultural use for many decades before CLOCA's procurement and management. CLOCA has since installed a parking lot, washrooms, the Maple Leaf Trail and day-use areas, mowed in the shape of a Maple Leaf to celebrate Canada's 150th birthday in 2017.

Thank you to our partners and sponsors!

Town of Whitby, Trees for Life, Landscape Ontario - Durham Chapter

To bring: Closed-toe sturdy boots/shoes, gloves, headwear, sunscreen, bugspray, water. CLOCA will provide shovels and will have limited pairs of gloves available.

• Please leave pets at home.

• Free parking for event participants.

• Light refreshments will be served.

• Please wear light-coloured clothing, long pants, long socks, closed-toed boots/shoes and bug spray.

• Event will take place rain or shine.

• For extreme weather predictions, cancellation notification will be given by email, 24 hours in advance.

Little Forests Durham is pleased to announce a new and exciting partnership with Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA), Trees for Life, and the Town of Whitby to plant a Miyawaki Mini-Forest in Whitby!

Join us for a fun day of tree planting at the Heber Down Conservation Area! Thanks to a large group of community volunteers, the site was prepared in August 2025 by laying down cardboard, spreading compost and mulch. These materials have been settling over the last few months, creating a nutrient-rich site for the 600 trees and shrubs to be planted. This is a great opportunity to get outdoors, connect with nature, and make a positive impact on the environment. No experience necessary, just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to get your hands dirty!

Looking for a tree-rific reason to get outside this fall? Help LEAF green up King Township! Join us for some family-friendly fun planting native trees and shrubs in Dean Plummer Park.

Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Planting event will take place from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Please wear:

• Closed-toed shoes or boots – no sandals, please!

• Gardening gloves, if you have them (we will have extras)

• Appropriate clothing – the event runs rain or shine

All LEAF events count toward secondary school volunteer hour requirements.

The event is in partnership with Canadian Trees for Life, Landscape Ontario Durham Chapter, and Greenbelt Foundation.

Let's plant a Tiny Forest at Durham East Cross Forest Conservation Area! This is a fantastic opportunity to help enhance our environment and learn about tiny forest planting techniques.

We will begin at 11AM on October 4th, and plant until all trees are in the ground. Light refreshments will also be provided.

Kawartha Conservation will provide shovels, however volunteers are advised to bring a garden shovel if they have one. Please dress well for the outdoors!

This new planting will be dedicated to local community heroes. From first responders, Indigenous leaders, or impactful community members, consider planting trees with us in honour of the heroes in your life, however you define them. 

If you have any questions about the Tiny Forest Planting, please contact Will Chapple, Forestry and Landowner Services Technician at wchapple@kawarthaconservation.com.

A huge thank you to Pristine Property Maintenance Limited, Arnts The Landscape Supplier Inc., Dutchmaster Nurseries Ltd for providing the materials and services that have made this community planting event possible.

Councillor Laura Dudas is hosting a tree planting event on Saturday, October 4 at 9 am at 1754 St. Joseph Boulevard (the former Convent grounds).

Bring your friends, family, and a shovel if you one!

If you are a young person looking to earn community hours this is a perfect opportunity.

This is a great opportunity to help our community grow – one tree at a time!

Please RSVP via Laura.Dudas@Ottawa.ca.

Join our partners at LEAF as we cap off National Forest Week by planting native trees and shrubs at Rosedale Park. Get your hands dirty and help us improve Whitby’s urban forest! All ages welcome. 

Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Planting event will take place from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Please wear:

• Closed-toed shoes or boots – no sandals, please!

• Gardening gloves, if you have them (we will have extras)

• Appropriate clothing – the event runs rain or shine

All LEAF events count toward secondary school volunteer hour requirements.

Event Fee: $240 per golfer, which includes 18 holes with a power cart, BBQ lunch-to-go, a celebratory dinner, and silent auction in a spacious, covered, outdoor dining area. 

2025 TOURNAMENT ITINERARY

11:00 am: Registration opens
1:00 pm: Shotgun start
5:30 pm: Reception and silent auction opens
6:00 pm: Dinner
7:00 pm: Silent Auction closes

To register, please contact: Josh at josh@treesforlife.ca

Please join us as we continue to celebrate the Town of Stratford's 30th anniversary. Community members are encouraged to join us as we plant a section of Fullerton's Creek Conservation Park and watch a forest grow over the coming years. Our 'hero forest' is dedicated to all community heroes - past, present and future. 

This project is funded by Trees for Life Canada. We thank them for their support!  We are also pleased to be supported by the Stratford Area Watershed Improvement Group at this event. 

Please join us and help plant a tree (or more) on Tuesday, August 12 between 5 and 6:30pm. All are welcome, no experience necessary. We will have shovels available but you are welcome to bring your own if you have one (along with gloves if you want them or some water for yourself). Bring a friend, neighbour, family member or just come along yourself. 

Learn more about other 'Hero Forest' projects at: 
https://www.treesforlife.ca/hero-forests 

A New Mini Forest is Taking Root in Whitby at Heber Down Conservation Area!

In partnership with Little Forest Durham, the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) and the Town of Whitby, we are proud to announce the planting of a new Mini Forest in Whitby!

Community members are invited to be part of this forest from the very beginning.

Let's get the ground ready for a little forest that will benefit generations to come!

Register Now