The City of Brantford and the Brant Tree Coalition are inviting community members to help plant 1,000 native trees and shrubs in Brantford, Ontario on April 25, 2026. The 13th annual event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. along Wayne Gretzky Drive, with parking available at Jaycee Park at 395 Dunsdon Street.
The project supports a local goal to have trees cover 40 per cent of the community by 2051. This plan was created after local leaders declared a climate emergency in 2019, with a long-term aim for the city to become carbon neutral. The trees being planted are native species that have grown in this region for thousands of years.
Residents, corporate groups, and local organizations are welcome to participate in the rain-or-shine event. While shovels will be provided on-site, those attending should bring their own garden gloves and drinking water in reusable containers. Organisers recommend wearing sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothes, and sturdy, closed-toed shoes.
The Brant Tree Coalition has been active since 2005 and has planted more than 134,000 trees across the community. In addition to the planting event, the city is holding a free tree giveaway on April 13, 2026. Starting at 9:00 a.m. that day, residents can reserve one of 400 available trees on a first-come, first-served basis.
