Links of Interest
Community Groups
- Goderich Trees A volunteer group whose mission is to help its community replant and recover from F3 Tornado Aug. 2011
- Oakville Green is a non-profit, non-partisan organization which advocates for legislation and planning that values, protects and enhances our natural heritage
- Ottawa Forests and Greenspace Advisory Committee The Ottawa Forests and Greenspace Advisory Committee (OFGAC) was established in the fall of 2001 to advise Ottawa City Council and provide a forum for citizens on issues related to trees and forests.
- Reforest London encourages community groups, businesses, and individuals to plant trees and shrubs in their neighbourhoods. We provide expertise, coordination and funding for eligible community groups. You choose planting locations and tree species, raise funds, and purc
Environment
- Ontario Invasive Plant Council (OIPC) provides leadership, expertise and a forum to engage and empower Ontarians to take action on invasive plant issues.
Inspiration
- Open Spaces Sacred Places We Support the creation of public greenspaces that please the eye, nourish the soul and help renew communities.
International Forest Organizations
- THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF ARBORICULTURE (ISA) Ontario Chapter mission to disseminate information and knowledge in the care and preservation of trees.
National Forest Organizations
- Canadian Urban Forest Network Mission to: Advance Canadian urban forestry everywhere across our nation
- Evergreen a leading national funder and facilitator of local, sustainable greening projects in schoolyards, parks and communities across Canada.
- Tree City Canada non profit group engaging people in the planting and caring for trees; including educational workshops
Provincial Forest Organizations
- Alberta's Heritage Trees The Alberta Heritage Tree Project is designed to raise awareness and educate people about the environmental and historical value of trees.
- Ontario Forestry Association dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of all aspects of Ontario’s forests, and to develop commitment to stewardship of forest ecosystems.
- Ontario Professional Foresters Association OPFA is responsible for the regulation of the practice of professional forestry in Ontario and to govern its members
- Trees Ontario Trees Ont. is committed to the re-greening of Ontario through tree planting efforts on rural lands and in urban areas.
Regional Urban Forest Groups
- Green Here GreenHere is a registered charity dedicated to increasing the urban forest in lower income communities to improve environmental and human well-being while boosting social cohesion and engagement.
- Local Enhancement & Appreciation of Forests Non profit group engaging people in the planting and caring for trees; including educational workshops
- Ten thousand trees for the Rouge We are a volunteer, non-profit group dedicated to restoring natural habitat within the Rouge Valley, located on the northeastern outskirts of Toronto.
- The Leslieville Riverdale Tree Project Each year, about 30 volunteers from the community are trained in “Trees 101”, urban forests, basic air quality and health issues, and conducting a door-to-door canvas. In the early summer, these volunteers spread out to speak with neighbours about loc
Tree Education Research & Resources
- Alabama Co-operative Extension System The Alabama Cooperative Extension System operates as the primary outreach organization for the land-grant functions of Alabama A&M and Auburn Universities.
- Canadian Urban Forest Network COMPENDIUM OF BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR CANADIAN URBAN FORESTS
- Jane Goodall Roots and Shoots Roots and Shoots (Planet Releaf) mission is to Educate, Support, Mobilize and Empower youth to protect our forests.
- Landowner Resource Centre (RVCA) the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority extension notes -Maintaining Healthy Urban Trees
- Natural Resources Canada Trees, Insects and Diseases. a searchable database on more than 200 native tree and shrub species, and on almost 300 insects and 200 diseases found in Canada’s forests.
- The Urban Natural Resources Institute (UNRI) UNRI scientists provide online educational presentations on timely topics and current research and development initiatives. Tools include I-tree, presentations and research docs
- Tree Stories- Educational Stories About Trees
- Urban Forest Stewardship Network The UFSN is a province-wide tool created to facilitate the exchange of urban forest ideas, resources and contacts. Build your network, learn about innovative initiatives from across the province, and get the advice you need to successfully create your own
- Watershed Forestry Resource Guide Urban and community forestry is the management of the urban forest for environmental, community, and economic benefits, while watershed planning promotes sound land use and resource management to improve water resources within a watershed.
U.S. Forest Organizations
- National Association of State Foresters seeks to discuss, develop, sponsor and promote programs and activities which will advance the practice of sustainable forestry, the conservation and protection of forest lands and associated resources and the establishment and protection of forests in the
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