Forestry Spring Update
The calendar told us that spring arrived last month but admittedly, it was a little hard to believe until just recently! Our Forestry staff have been busy in all kinds…
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Private Land Tree Planting Program: Plant Your Place!
The City’s new Private Land Tree Planting Program called Plant Your Place! is launching on Monday, March 31. Trees play a vital role in our city. They: With 40% of…
Tree Trimming and Power Outage – November 27 and December 7
On November 27, 2024, Hydro Ottawa will be undertaking tree trimming and vegetation management. For Hydro Ottawa’s contractor, Asplundh Canada, to perform this work safely, a power outage is required…
Committee approves investments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build climate resiliency
The City’s Environment and Climate Change Committee today approved its portion of Draft Budget 2025(link is external), including key investments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build climate resiliency. This budget…
See the forest from the tree: a look inside the City of Ottawa’s tree planting season
First, I would like to thank the City of Ottawa for allowing me, a humble tree, the opportunity to talk with you today. Then again, who else would be better…
Ottawa is putting down roots for the future
The City of Ottawa has a 20-year strategic Urban Forest Management Plan called Putting Down Roots for the Future. Ottawa’s urban forest includes all trees on both public and private property. As…
Public Works crews still hard at work after April 5 weather event
We have now entered the fourth week of recovery efforts following the April 5 significant weather event. Public Works remains in activated operations and work continues across the City. For…
Bay Ward’s Spring 2022 Tree Planting Update
Bay Ward 7 Tree Planting Update Forestry Services’ spring caliper tree planting program is scheduled to begin on Friday, April 29th and will run until the end of June. This…
Tree Information Report – 840 Alpine
When I was notified that the demolition permits were issued for 830-840 Alpine, I contacted the City to re-confirm that the significant tree at this location was protected. I was…
Tree Removal: 11 Myrle Ave
Tree Location: 11 Myrle AveLocation Name (if applicable): W side of the yardSpecies: Acer RubrumSize (cm): 53Ownership: PrivateReason for Removal: Condition of treeTree removal permit issued: YesCondition of Permit: Planting…