What We Do
Helping Canadians Plant Trees
Our Mission
Our mission is to promote the growth and preservation of urban forests in order to enhance the health and well- being of our communities. We strive to to educate and engage individuals and organizations in the importance of trees and green spaces and to advocate for policies and practices that support the sustainable management of urban forests. Through our efforts, we aim to create a healthier, more resilient, and more beautiful environment for all.
“Our group is working hard to make a difference.”
— Chrissy Nickerson
What We’ve Achieved
Reviewed Town of Canmore’s proposed 2011 Urban Forest management plan and current bylaws
Rallying professionals and volunteers to help our initiative
Drafted concept design for planting plans, ROW along HWY, Railway Avenue, Cougar Creek, 8th Avenue, The Bow River Senior Citizen’s Lodge, Canmore Alberta
Review affects of climate shifts on approved species list for Canadian municipalities
Educate and lobby the town & public about the importance of urban forest habitat health and sustainability
Founded a relationship with TreeTime.ca for regulated, healthy local saplings from Edmonton, Alberta.
Planted over 315 trees in Canmore, 2022
Planted over 280 trees in Canmore, 2023
Planted over 100 trees and 100 rose bushes in Canmore, 2024
Watered and maintained above trees through independent funding and vollenteer hours
Bow Valley Senior Citizen’s Lodge
On June 2, 2004, Urban Forest Initiative along side the Canmore Young Adult Network, CYAN planted 58 Green Ash trees and 60 Alberta Rose bushes at the Old Folks Home in Canmore, Alberta.