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Heritage Tree

Launched partnership with the Ontario Urban Forest Council, the Heritage Tree Program (2009-2023) shares stories about some of Ontario's unique trees, and their social, cultural, historical and ecological value in our communities.

Nominated trees were required to be associated with a historic person or event, or be located on historically significant land. The tree’s prominence within the surrounding community and/or use as a landmark was also taken into account; however, the historical or cultural significance of the tree was weighted most heavily in assessment. 

Heritage Tree candidates were also assessed for form, shape, beauty, age, size, rarity, genetic constitution, and other distinctive features by volunteer evaluators from the forest sector. 

Please note that the Heritage Tree Program is not accepting new nominations. 

To see a map of recognized Heritage Trees, click here.

For more information, please contact us

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