Forestry
A healthy urban forest improves the quality of life for City of Burlington residents. By providing a framework for protection and enhancement of all trees on public and private property, the City of Burlington’s urban forest will continue to grow with the goal to reach 35 per cent tree canopy cover by 2041. A multi-faceted approach is required to meet this goal, which is addressed through the four guiding principles:
Proposed Guiding Principles for Tree Protection and Enhancement
• Tree Planting and Replacement
• Protection and Preservation
• Asset Maintenance
• Community Outreach, Education, and Collaboration
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A healthy urban forest improves the quality of life for City of Burlington residents. By providing a framework for protection and enhancement of all trees on public and private property, the City of Burlington’s urban forest will continue to grow with the goal to reach 35 per cent tree canopy cover by 2041. A multi-faceted approach is required to meet this goal, which is addressed through the four guiding principles:
Proposed Guiding Principles for Tree Protection and Enhancement
• Tree Planting and Replacement
• Protection and Preservation
• Asset Maintenance
• Community Outreach, Education, and Collaboration
The trees within Burlington's urban forest provide a wide range of environmental, economic and social benefits, including improved air quality, reduced storm-water runoff, energy savings, noise reduction, natural bird and wildlife habitats, higher property values and overall beautification of city streets and parks.
The city's Urban Forestry section is responsible for the city’s ongoing operations and maintenance of municipally-owned trees, Forest planning and health, and Forest Protection. Key programs include: preventative maintenance through Grid Pruning, Tree Planting and Stumping programs, and the administration of public and private tree protection bylaws.
We are very proud of our trees, especially those with historical significance on the Burlington Honour Roll of Trees. Whenever possible, we involve the public in the consultation process and surveys.
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Do you have an idea about forestry in the City of Burlington?
about 3 years agocariensalmost 3 years agoNative Tree Sale Day
Have a day each year when native trees can be purchased from the city by residents to plant in their yards. Provide a fact sheet on how to care for and ensure the tree grows to maturity.
3 comments0Geekersbyalmost 3 years agoRehabilitate Sherwood Forest and Paletta Parks
These two parks are being trampled to death. Create clear paths and block others using signs and fencing. Give plants and trees a chance to grow. Also enforce dog leash laws. This would help Burlington towards Bird Friendly City designation by Nature Canada.
1 comment0jasonkzalmost 3 years agoTiny urban forests
https://twitter.com/MikeHudema/status/1389420206288740354
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Key Dates
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Virtual Forestry Open House: Planning for a Healthy Canopy on May 12, 2021 from 7 - 8 p.m.
Forestry has finished this stageJoin the meeting via this link at 7 p.m. on May 12.
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Aerial Spraying of Gypsy Moth - May 25, 2021
Forestry has finished this stageApplication of the pesticide will be completed between 5 and 7:30 a.m. and is expected to take 5-10 minutes for each park.
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Final Spraying of Gypsy Moth - June 1 and 2, 2021
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Millcroft Park Tree Planting
Forestry is currently at this stageSaturday, April 30, the City of Burlington in partnership with BurlingtonGreen and dozens of amazing volunteers will be working to plant 500 trees in Millcroft Park (4250 Millcroft Park Dr.). Registration is now full and we are no longer looking for volunteers. For more information please visit the Burlington Green website
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Document Library
- RPF-07-21 City Private Tree By-law 02-2020 Implementation Update_FINAL.pdf (427 KB) (pdf)
- 02-2020, Private Tree By-law 2020.pdf (206 KB) (pdf)
- Proposed Corporate Tree Protection and Enhancement Policy.pdf (157 KB) (pdf)
- City-Wide Private Tree Bylaw Implementation Update.pdf (145 KB) (pdf)
- Proposed_Corporate_Tree_Protection_and_Enhancement_Policy.pdf (157 KB) (pdf)