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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.