Tree Plantings
Tree planting is central to HNP Canada’s stewardship mission, providing a proactive way to address climate change and support urban biodiversity. In partnership with municipalities and conservation groups, our volunteers have planted hundreds of native trees and shrubs across Ontario. Each event has helped restore ecosystems, improve air quality, and build green spaces for future generations, all while teaching youth practical skills and fostering long-term environmental commitment.
In October 2023, HNP Canada partnered with Credit Valley Conservation to restore the habitat at Chris Gibson Park, where volunteers learned proper planting techniques while installing a mix of native trees and shrubs, turning the park into a living classroom and strengthening habitat for birds and pollinators.
Building on this work in June 2025, HNP Canada led a second planting at Peelton Hills in Brampton, where participants expanded native cover and seasonal food sources by planting a variety of shrubs and trees and applying ecological design principles to enhance resilience to heat and storm events.
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Most recently, in October 2025, HNP Canada hosted a tree planting at Preserve Woods in Oakville in collaboration with Oakvillegreen Conservation Association, funded by the Town of Oakville’s Youth Climate Action Fund. Volunteers planted native species to enhance canopy cover and biodiversity while learning hands-on restoration techniques, furthering community engagement and local climate resilience.
Our Impact
3
Tree Plantings Held
20+
Schools Reached
101
Volunteers
425+
Trees Planted
5+
School Boards Reached
485+
Volunteer Hours Distributed
Testimonials: Here Is What Our Community Has To Say...
“My favorite part of the event was making sure the trees we planted were properly seated and mulched. Compacting the soil and mulching really felt like I was making sure this tree would grow without struggle or possibly dying. It was also enjoyable to pick up a tree with some mulch and a shovel; really felt like I was achieving something, even if it was a bit difficult.”
- Anonymous (June 2025; Invasive Plant Species Removal Event Volunteer at Birkdale Ravine)
“I believe the event was well-organized, and there was a variety of snacks to enjoy. The trees were laid out well, and all the required materials were easily accessible.” - Anonymous (June 2025; Invasive Plant Species Removal Event Volunteer at Birkdale Ravine)
“My favorite part was definitely the tree planting. I set a personal goal to plant as many as I could, and was excited to have planted eight trees by myself. It felt great knowing each tree I planted would contribute to my community's environment.” - Anonymous (June 2025; Invasive Plant Species Removal Event Volunteer at Birkdale Ravine)
“I found that watering the plants was the best part after the hard work of digging the soil and placing the tree inside.” - Anonymous (June 2025; Invasive Plant Species Removal Event Volunteer at Birkdale Ravine)