Tree Canada's National Tree Day Planting Event in Halifax

Tree Canada, with the support of Halifax Regional Municipality/ Fairview cemetery is excited to celebrate National Tree Day (NTD), presented by BMO. This is the biggest NTD celebration yet, with events taking place across the country during National Forest Week.

Join us to plant trees and connect with nature!

Tree Canada experts and experienced volunteers will be there to support you and answer your tree-related questions. We’ll provide gloves and shovels—just bring your enthusiasm!

This free event aims to support local biodiversity by planting native species. Volunteers will play an active role in habitat restoration while gaining insights into the local environment.

The old cemetery is home to trees that are over a century old. Some of these are in decline due to age, hurricane damage, or insect infestation. The newly planted trees will help replace those that are dying. One of the planting areas borders a busy urban street and will offer numerous environmental and aesthetic benefits.

Free Food:

This is a catered event! Volunteers can grab a snack and beverage, courtesy of Starbucks.

Volunteers should wear and bring the following:

• Water bottle
• Sturdy, closed-toe shoes or boots
• Long pants
• Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing
• Sunscreen
• Bug spray
• Hat
• Hand sanitizer

This rain or shine event will take place unless the forecast calls for thunderstorms or very heavy rainfall.

We look forward to planting with you!

Click here to see the location on Google maps

Limited parking is available on site for volunteers. We encourage people to carpool or utilize nearby public transit to reach the site.

Easy, open grass, calm, tranquil, quiet neighbours, recommend not digging too deep for planting; caution required where walking

Washrooms & water

This is a community event. Businesses and corporations must contact us to reserve tickets for their teams.

By registering to participate in this event, you consent to your photo being taken or video of you being recorded during the event and used on social media and in Tree Canada and its partners' marketing materials.

Also check out other Meetups in Halifax.