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Local Enhancement & Appreciation of Forests
Improving communities, one tree at a time.
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As LEAF celebrates its 30th anniversary, we are reflecting both on where we began and where the next generation of environmental leadership might lead. For this first story in our anniversary series, we brought together two voices from different points in our timeline: LEAF founder, Janet McKay, and emerging environmental leader and long-time LEAF program participant, Dany Ko.
You may be surprised to learn how common some of the most aggressive and impactful invasive plants are – they might even be in your own yard or garden! Species such as tree of heaven, common buckthorn and Japanese knotweed are thriving across Southern Ontario, both in disturbed or neglected spaces and as deliberate plantings from years past. Read on to learn why their spread is concerning, and which native plants can easily replace them on your property.
Uh-oh! It looks like your trees may be in for some not-so-friendly visitors this year. We’re highlighting three invasive threats you should watch out for, how they impact trees, the signs and symptoms to spot and what you can do to help manage them.
Events
Thursday, April 9 – Join our volunteer community and help grow the urban forest!
Saturday, April 18 – Join Forests Canada and LEAF as we kick off Earth Week by planting native trees and shrubs in Meander Park. Help us grow the urban forest in Richmond Hill. All ages welcome!
Sunday, April 19 – Help LEAF celebrate 30 years of tree planting by joining us for an afternoon of fun planting native trees and shrubs in Meander Park. Bring your friends and family to lend a helping hand in improving Richmond Hill’s urban forest!
Saturday, April 25 - Join LEAF as we cap off Earth Week by planting native trees and shrubs at Fallingbrook Park. Get your hands dirty and help us improve Whitby’s urban forest! All ages welcome.
Saturday, May 2 - LEAF has been growing the urban forest for 30 years! Bring your friends and family to join us in Aurora to plant 1,000 native trees and shrubs at Stewart Burnett Park. All ages welcome.
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Special Offers and Incentives
Residents in select municipalities may qualify for additional incentives to plant for less. If you live in Ajax, Markham, Newmarket or Toronto, find out what is available to you!
Our Updated Mission and Vision
Learn how LEAF refreshed its mission and vision with renewed commitment and passion. Discover the thinking, collaboration and values shaping our next chapter together.
Tree Tenders Applications Open
Registration for the Tree Tenders Training Course is open! Join us and learn about tree biology and identification, planting and care techniques, and more from expert instructors.
