Blogs

Did you know your backyard could hold the key to a greener, healthier Markham? Through the City of Markham’s partnership with LEAF, property owners can access additional discounts to grow their own piece of the urban forest – making tree planting more affordable and impactful than ever.

Meet Alexis, a Toronto Community Housing Corporation (TCHC) Community Services Coordinator (CSC) who’s passionate about helping tenants achieve their personal and community goals. A self-described “people person”, Alexis got involved with LEAF after hearing from tenants who expressed a desire for more greenery in their neighbourhood. We caught up with Alexis to learn how other TCHC tenants and staff can beautify their community through tree planting and stewardship!

Native trees and shrubs are the backbone of thriving ecosystems, providing food and habitats for pollinators. In this blog, we explore four remarkable partnerships: butterflies and their host plants, specialist bees and native shrubs, leafcutter bees and their use of vegetation and hummingbirds and their favorite nectar-providing trees.

As winter slowly releases its grip and spring begins to emerge, many species of wildlife face a critical period where food sources are scarce, yet energy demands are high. Native trees, shrubs and plants play a crucial role in bridging this gap, offering essential nourishment to birds, mammals and pollinators during this challenging transition.