York Region landowners can help Ontario increase tree cover

Yorkregion.com
Dec. 4, 2015
By Chris Traber

Are you a landowner with at least one hectare?

Are you looking for a New Year’s resolution to improve your health and the wellbeing of the environment?

Would you like a tailored site plan and trees for your property at about 15 per cent of the actual cost?

If so, you can contribute to Ontario’s forest cover by taking advantage of subsidies provided by the 50 Million Tree program.

Interested landowners with one hectare (2.5 acres) or more of land may be eligible. Forests Ontario will connect you with a local planting partner who will assess your property and provide a site plan unique to your land and advice for good forestry practices, management techniques and maintenance. Through the program, landowners are able to access subsidies covering up to 85 per cent of total planting costs, plus practical support and ongoing forest management assistance.

Plant trees today for a greener tomorrow, Forests Ontario CEO Rob Keen said.

“Scientific evidence suggests that human mental and physical health is closely associated with the health of our forests,” Keen said. “By planting trees in 2016, you’re improving not only your own health, but that of your children and grandchildren.”

Improve your health and your property value by helping Ontario plant 50 Million trees by 2025.

Find out more by visiting forestsontario.ca or call 1-877-646-1193.

 

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