Celebrate our Urban Forest!
Our 2024 Tree Appreciation Day aims to increase the number of trees planted on municipal lands, including parks and boulevards, across our neighborhoods. This year’s event will focus on
Bernard Park, located in the North Quadra neighborhood.
In 2019, the District of Saanich declared a climate emergency
and committed to expanding tree-planting efforts. Saanich Parks continues to play a key role in this mission, with various tree-planting initiatives aligned with our strategic goals for climate action and environmental leadership.
This project supports key goals, including:
- Increasing the number of trees in Saanich to provide environmental benefits, such as improved air quality
and stormwater management, while enhancing
community spaces. - Engaging the community in recognizing and protecting
our unique biodiversity and habitat.
We invite you to join us in making a difference. Tools, trees, and light snacks will be provided. Just bring your energy and enthusiasm!
Where: Meet at the entrance to Bernard Park, off Bernard Place
No pre-registration is required.
Please come dressed for working in the outdoors and wear sturdy shoes.
All ages and levels of experience are welcome!
Getting there: Bernard Park
Limited parking is available
in the adjacent neighborhood. Carpooling or alternative transportation is highly recommended. Please consider walking, riding your bike, or taking transit to the event.
Bathrooms are not available
at this location.
The planting activity requires a high degree of mobility with bending required and uneven trail conditions near the planting area.
Please contact Saanich Parks at parks@saanich.ca or 250-475-5522
if you would like more information.