It was a delight joining the Vars community as they distributed native 200 saplings to residents—a brilliant way to mark National Forest Week and Bytown’s 200th.
#TreeCanopy #OttTree #OttCity #Vars
#TreeCanopy #OttTree #OttCity #Vars
October 7, 2026 at 11:07 PM
It was a delight joining the Vars community as they distributed native 200 saplings to residents—a brilliant way to mark National Forest Week and Bytown’s 200th.
#TreeCanopy #OttTree #OttCity #Vars
#TreeCanopy #OttTree #OttCity #Vars
The 200 distributed saplings will help reverse tree loss in #Ottawa and rebuild our canopy.
#TreeCanopy #OttTree #OttCity #Vars
#TreeCanopy #OttTree #OttCity #Vars
October 7, 2026 at 11:07 PM
The 200 distributed saplings will help reverse tree loss in #Ottawa and rebuild our canopy.
#TreeCanopy #OttTree #OttCity #Vars
#TreeCanopy #OttTree #OttCity #Vars
Urban trees are often considered as merely nice to have.
A group of scientists is arguing they're mandatory, "in the same way that we treat education, security, transportation."
We're on board. #UrbanCanopy #OttTree
grist.org/cities/urban...
A group of scientists is arguing they're mandatory, "in the same way that we treat education, security, transportation."
We're on board. #UrbanCanopy #OttTree
grist.org/cities/urban...
Urban trees aren't just nice, scientists say — they're mandatory
Researchers are calling for cities to double down on one of the simplest yet most powerful solutions to many problems - planting more trees.
grist.org
July 7, 2026 at 10:50 PM
Urban trees are often considered as merely nice to have.
A group of scientists is arguing they're mandatory, "in the same way that we treat education, security, transportation."
We're on board. #UrbanCanopy #OttTree
grist.org/cities/urban...
A group of scientists is arguing they're mandatory, "in the same way that we treat education, security, transportation."
We're on board. #UrbanCanopy #OttTree
grist.org/cities/urban...
Our first tree giveaway of the year is live!
Join us at the Nepean Night Market (1442 Baseline) until 9 pm.
We’ve got
🌳 American elm
🌳 silver maple
🌲 white cedar
🌲 white pine
#OttTree #UrbanCanopy #Biodiversity
Join us at the Nepean Night Market (1442 Baseline) until 9 pm.
We’ve got
🌳 American elm
🌳 silver maple
🌲 white cedar
🌲 white pine
#OttTree #UrbanCanopy #Biodiversity
May 17, 2026 at 9:44 PM
Our first tree giveaway of the year is live!
Join us at the Nepean Night Market (1442 Baseline) until 9 pm.
We’ve got
🌳 American elm
🌳 silver maple
🌲 white cedar
🌲 white pine
#OttTree #UrbanCanopy #Biodiversity
Join us at the Nepean Night Market (1442 Baseline) until 9 pm.
We’ve got
🌳 American elm
🌳 silver maple
🌲 white cedar
🌲 white pine
#OttTree #UrbanCanopy #Biodiversity
The City of Ottawa released the results of a Tree Canopy Mapping last September.
So what is this, and why is it important? And above all, how is our urban tree canopy doing?
Our Council Watch Intern Kristen Busby breaks it down. #OttTree #UrbanForest #OttCity
www.ecologyottawa.ca/tree-canopy-...
So what is this, and why is it important? And above all, how is our urban tree canopy doing?
Our Council Watch Intern Kristen Busby breaks it down. #OttTree #UrbanForest #OttCity
www.ecologyottawa.ca/tree-canopy-...
How is Ottawa's Urban Tree Canopy Doing?
www.ecologyottawa.ca
February 19, 2026 at 5:40 PM
The City of Ottawa released the results of a Tree Canopy Mapping last September.
So what is this, and why is it important? And above all, how is our urban tree canopy doing?
Our Council Watch Intern Kristen Busby breaks it down. #OttTree #UrbanForest #OttCity
www.ecologyottawa.ca/tree-canopy-...
So what is this, and why is it important? And above all, how is our urban tree canopy doing?
Our Council Watch Intern Kristen Busby breaks it down. #OttTree #UrbanForest #OttCity
www.ecologyottawa.ca/tree-canopy-...
For our delegation on the topic at last Environment and Climate Change Committee meeting, see below.
While the City isn't sharing most of the data, we're not making much progress. We're calling for an *acceleration* of our tree-planting efforts.
#Ottawa #OttTree
bsky.app/profile/ecol...
While the City isn't sharing most of the data, we're not making much progress. We're calling for an *acceleration* of our tree-planting efforts.
#Ottawa #OttTree
bsky.app/profile/ecol...
As mentioned, today's ECCC meeting is packed.
One of three issues we spoke to is #OttCity's Tree-Planting Strategy, as well as a Tree Equity Analysis and a Tree Canopy Update.
Please read our delegation: www.ecologyottawa.ca/tree_strateg...
#Ottawa #UrbanCanopy #OttTree #Ecosystem #UrbanForest
One of three issues we spoke to is #OttCity's Tree-Planting Strategy, as well as a Tree Equity Analysis and a Tree Canopy Update.
Please read our delegation: www.ecologyottawa.ca/tree_strateg...
#Ottawa #UrbanCanopy #OttTree #Ecosystem #UrbanForest
September 22, 2025 at 10:02 PM
For our delegation on the topic at last Environment and Climate Change Committee meeting, see below.
While the City isn't sharing most of the data, we're not making much progress. We're calling for an *acceleration* of our tree-planting efforts.
#Ottawa #OttTree
bsky.app/profile/ecol...
While the City isn't sharing most of the data, we're not making much progress. We're calling for an *acceleration* of our tree-planting efforts.
#Ottawa #OttTree
bsky.app/profile/ecol...
A nice summary of @en.ottawa.ca's progress (and lack thereof) on its Tree-Planting Strategy.
"The City is still short of its tree canopy goals identified in the Tree Planting Strategy, which was first approved in June 2023."
#OttTree #UrbanForest #OttCity
ottawacitizen.com/news/city-of...
"The City is still short of its tree canopy goals identified in the Tree Planting Strategy, which was first approved in June 2023."
#OttTree #UrbanForest #OttCity
ottawacitizen.com/news/city-of...
City of Ottawa still short of its long-term goals for tree planting
Eight neighbourhoods across Ottawa are in desperate need of urban tree canopy, according to a new tree equity analysis.
ottawacitizen.com
September 22, 2025 at 10:02 PM
A nice summary of @en.ottawa.ca's progress (and lack thereof) on its Tree-Planting Strategy.
"The City is still short of its tree canopy goals identified in the Tree Planting Strategy, which was first approved in June 2023."
#OttTree #UrbanForest #OttCity
ottawacitizen.com/news/city-of...
"The City is still short of its tree canopy goals identified in the Tree Planting Strategy, which was first approved in June 2023."
#OttTree #UrbanForest #OttCity
ottawacitizen.com/news/city-of...
As mentioned, today's ECCC meeting is packed.
One of three issues we spoke to is #OttCity's Tree-Planting Strategy, as well as a Tree Equity Analysis and a Tree Canopy Update.
Please read our delegation: www.ecologyottawa.ca/tree_strateg...
#Ottawa #UrbanCanopy #OttTree #Ecosystem #UrbanForest
One of three issues we spoke to is #OttCity's Tree-Planting Strategy, as well as a Tree Equity Analysis and a Tree Canopy Update.
Please read our delegation: www.ecologyottawa.ca/tree_strateg...
#Ottawa #UrbanCanopy #OttTree #Ecosystem #UrbanForest
September 16, 2025 at 6:34 PM
As mentioned, today's ECCC meeting is packed.
One of three issues we spoke to is #OttCity's Tree-Planting Strategy, as well as a Tree Equity Analysis and a Tree Canopy Update.
Please read our delegation: www.ecologyottawa.ca/tree_strateg...
#Ottawa #UrbanCanopy #OttTree #Ecosystem #UrbanForest
One of three issues we spoke to is #OttCity's Tree-Planting Strategy, as well as a Tree Equity Analysis and a Tree Canopy Update.
Please read our delegation: www.ecologyottawa.ca/tree_strateg...
#Ottawa #UrbanCanopy #OttTree #Ecosystem #UrbanForest
Still a few minutes to drop by for a native tree! Support the ecosystem, cool your street, build resiliency, and beautify your neighbourhood, all with one lovely organism. #OttTree
September 13, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Still a few minutes to drop by for a native tree! Support the ecosystem, cool your street, build resiliency, and beautify your neighbourhood, all with one lovely organism. #OttTree
A helpful summary of @en.ottawa.ca’s recently released Tree Equity Analysis, a helpful report on which parts of #OttCity are short on trees.
The numerous benefits of trees should be equitably distributed, and these data will help. #OttTree #UrbanForest #Biodiversity
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
The numerous benefits of trees should be equitably distributed, and these data will help. #OttTree #UrbanForest #Biodiversity
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
8 Ottawa neighbourhoods urgently need more trees. Here's where they are | CBC News
As part of the inaugural 'tree equity' analysis, city staff have identified eight priority areas across the city where more trees are badly needed.
www.cbc.ca
September 8, 2025 at 12:03 PM
A helpful summary of @en.ottawa.ca’s recently released Tree Equity Analysis, a helpful report on which parts of #OttCity are short on trees.
The numerous benefits of trees should be equitably distributed, and these data will help. #OttTree #UrbanForest #Biodiversity
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
The numerous benefits of trees should be equitably distributed, and these data will help. #OttTree #UrbanForest #Biodiversity
www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...
For the full Five-Year Tree Canopy Update (2017–22) PDF: documents.ottawa.ca/sites/defaul...
#Ottawa #OttTree #UrbanForest #UrbanCanopy #Biodiversity #Ecology
#Ottawa #OttTree #UrbanForest #UrbanCanopy #Biodiversity #Ecology
documents.ottawa.ca
September 5, 2025 at 9:30 PM
For the full Five-Year Tree Canopy Update (2017–22) PDF: documents.ottawa.ca/sites/defaul...
#Ottawa #OttTree #UrbanForest #UrbanCanopy #Biodiversity #Ecology
#Ottawa #OttTree #UrbanForest #UrbanCanopy #Biodiversity #Ecology
#OttCity Council's Environment and Climate Change Committee receives an update on the City’s Tree-Planting Strategy on Sep 16.
Please consider delegating to call for accelerated action, or contact your councillor. #OttTree #Biodiversity
Agenda: pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
Please consider delegating to call for accelerated action, or contact your councillor. #OttTree #Biodiversity
Agenda: pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
documents.ottawa.ca
September 5, 2025 at 9:26 PM
#OttCity Council's Environment and Climate Change Committee receives an update on the City’s Tree-Planting Strategy on Sep 16.
Please consider delegating to call for accelerated action, or contact your councillor. #OttTree #Biodiversity
Agenda: pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
Please consider delegating to call for accelerated action, or contact your councillor. #OttTree #Biodiversity
Agenda: pub-ottawa.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx...
At long last, @en.ottawa.ca has released its Five-Year Tree Canopy Update (2017–22).
The results?
- overall: 34%➡️36%
- rural: 36%➡️39%
- urban: 21.5%➡️20.6%
But "some urban wards experienced meaningful decreases," and "losses were most noticeable in developing suburbs," =sprawl. #OttCity #OttTree
The results?
- overall: 34%➡️36%
- rural: 36%➡️39%
- urban: 21.5%➡️20.6%
But "some urban wards experienced meaningful decreases," and "losses were most noticeable in developing suburbs," =sprawl. #OttCity #OttTree
September 5, 2025 at 9:26 PM
At long last, @en.ottawa.ca has released its Five-Year Tree Canopy Update (2017–22).
The results?
- overall: 34%➡️36%
- rural: 36%➡️39%
- urban: 21.5%➡️20.6%
But "some urban wards experienced meaningful decreases," and "losses were most noticeable in developing suburbs," =sprawl. #OttCity #OttTree
The results?
- overall: 34%➡️36%
- rural: 36%➡️39%
- urban: 21.5%➡️20.6%
But "some urban wards experienced meaningful decreases," and "losses were most noticeable in developing suburbs," =sprawl. #OttCity #OttTree
The campaign to fund our tree program was a huge success: with the help of an anonymous matching donor, our community raised $12,899!
Look for our tree giveaways in late August, and our tree advocacy to be on-going!
#Ottawa #OttCity #OttTree #UrbanForest #Biodiversity
Look for our tree giveaways in late August, and our tree advocacy to be on-going!
#Ottawa #OttCity #OttTree #UrbanForest #Biodiversity
July 18, 2025 at 9:14 PM
The campaign to fund our tree program was a huge success: with the help of an anonymous matching donor, our community raised $12,899!
Look for our tree giveaways in late August, and our tree advocacy to be on-going!
#Ottawa #OttCity #OttTree #UrbanForest #Biodiversity
Look for our tree giveaways in late August, and our tree advocacy to be on-going!
#Ottawa #OttCity #OttTree #UrbanForest #Biodiversity
One final tree giveaway before we resume in September!
Visit us this evening at the Carleton Heights Community BBQ to pick up a native seedling. And if you don't have a place to plant, come learn about our programs or sign a petition!
#Ottawa #OttTree #Forest
www.ecologyottawa.ca/carleton_hei...
Visit us this evening at the Carleton Heights Community BBQ to pick up a native seedling. And if you don't have a place to plant, come learn about our programs or sign a petition!
#Ottawa #OttTree #Forest
www.ecologyottawa.ca/carleton_hei...
Tree giveaway: Carleton Heights Community BBQ
www.ecologyottawa.ca
June 24, 2025 at 4:51 PM
One final tree giveaway before we resume in September!
Visit us this evening at the Carleton Heights Community BBQ to pick up a native seedling. And if you don't have a place to plant, come learn about our programs or sign a petition!
#Ottawa #OttTree #Forest
www.ecologyottawa.ca/carleton_hei...
Visit us this evening at the Carleton Heights Community BBQ to pick up a native seedling. And if you don't have a place to plant, come learn about our programs or sign a petition!
#Ottawa #OttTree #Forest
www.ecologyottawa.ca/carleton_hei...
Another tree giveaway!
We'll be at Wild Pollinator Partners' Pollinator Appreciation Day this Saturday at Fletcher Wildlife Garden.
Come grab a native seedling—or just chat about our programs!
#Trees #Ottawa #OttTree #Biodiversity #TreeCanopy #UrbanForest
www.ecologyottawa.ca/pollinator_a...
We'll be at Wild Pollinator Partners' Pollinator Appreciation Day this Saturday at Fletcher Wildlife Garden.
Come grab a native seedling—or just chat about our programs!
#Trees #Ottawa #OttTree #Biodiversity #TreeCanopy #UrbanForest
www.ecologyottawa.ca/pollinator_a...
June 4, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Another tree giveaway!
We'll be at Wild Pollinator Partners' Pollinator Appreciation Day this Saturday at Fletcher Wildlife Garden.
Come grab a native seedling—or just chat about our programs!
#Trees #Ottawa #OttTree #Biodiversity #TreeCanopy #UrbanForest
www.ecologyottawa.ca/pollinator_a...
We'll be at Wild Pollinator Partners' Pollinator Appreciation Day this Saturday at Fletcher Wildlife Garden.
Come grab a native seedling—or just chat about our programs!
#Trees #Ottawa #OttTree #Biodiversity #TreeCanopy #UrbanForest
www.ecologyottawa.ca/pollinator_a...
We’re set up at the gazebo at Hawthorne Park! (Furby and Tawney)
Come pick up a native seedling:
- white pine
- red pine
- American elm
- black walnut
#OttTree #UrbanForest #TreeCanopy #Ottawa
Come pick up a native seedling:
- white pine
- red pine
- American elm
- black walnut
#OttTree #UrbanForest #TreeCanopy #Ottawa
June 1, 2025 at 1:36 PM
We’re set up at the gazebo at Hawthorne Park! (Furby and Tawney)
Come pick up a native seedling:
- white pine
- red pine
- American elm
- black walnut
#OttTree #UrbanForest #TreeCanopy #Ottawa
Come pick up a native seedling:
- white pine
- red pine
- American elm
- black walnut
#OttTree #UrbanForest #TreeCanopy #Ottawa
Did you miss our tree giveaway last weekend?
Good news: we're holding another tomorrow. Come join us in Hawthorne Meadows and receive a free native seedling!
#Trees #OttTree #UrbanCanopy #Biodiversity
www.ecologyottawa.ca/tree_giveawa...
Good news: we're holding another tomorrow. Come join us in Hawthorne Meadows and receive a free native seedling!
#Trees #OttTree #UrbanCanopy #Biodiversity
www.ecologyottawa.ca/tree_giveawa...
Tree Giveaway - Hawthorne Meadows Neighbourhood Garage Sale
www.ecologyottawa.ca
May 30, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Did you miss our tree giveaway last weekend?
Good news: we're holding another tomorrow. Come join us in Hawthorne Meadows and receive a free native seedling!
#Trees #OttTree #UrbanCanopy #Biodiversity
www.ecologyottawa.ca/tree_giveawa...
Good news: we're holding another tomorrow. Come join us in Hawthorne Meadows and receive a free native seedling!
#Trees #OttTree #UrbanCanopy #Biodiversity
www.ecologyottawa.ca/tree_giveawa...
The last tree they planted here lasted all of 6 months. I have no idea why: lots of light, plenty of space…it’s a real mystery. 🤷♂️ #Centretown #OttTree
February 16, 2026 at 10:12 PM
The last tree they planted here lasted all of 6 months. I have no idea why: lots of light, plenty of space…it’s a real mystery. 🤷♂️ #Centretown #OttTree
Great to see @ncc-ccn.gc.ca planting clusters of trees, not just isolated, forlorn lollipops. Not quite the tiny forests many of us would prefer, but a step in the right direction. #OttTree #OttCity @rideaucanalskate.bsky.social
November 19, 2025 at 3:05 AM
Great to see @ncc-ccn.gc.ca planting clusters of trees, not just isolated, forlorn lollipops. Not quite the tiny forests many of us would prefer, but a step in the right direction. #OttTree #OttCity @rideaucanalskate.bsky.social