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Recent stories about trees

Two hands push seeds into soil.
trees community

Project aims to cultivate community and canopy in McCauley

One of the organizers behind a project to plant a thousand trees in an inner-city neighbourhood says increasing shade and greenery isn't really the goal.

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A row of elm trees along a sidewalk.
health region

Tree expert sees ways to avoid nightmare on elm-lined streets

An urban tree advocate said the city should boost the space between elm trees, increase biodiversity, and consider not planting the tree in the future to reduce the inevitable effects of Dutch elm disease on Edmonton's urban forest.

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Trees in downtown Edmonton.
health climate change

Tree enthusiasts set to cultivate urban canopy conversation at conference

An arborist and a tree historian are bringing together international experts for a one-day urban forestry conference at the Backstage Theatre on June 21.

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A line of trees hanging over a cedar fence in an alleyway
engagement trees

Calls for public engagement: Urban forest, aging, La Perle and Belmead renewal

Here are opportunities to help shape municipal planning about Edmonton's urban forest, renewal in La Perle and Belmead, and aging in Strathcona County.

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A bus shelter on 124 Street with some light graffiti on an advertisement for the city's Arc card, in front of a parking lot and an overcast sky.
city council region

Calls for public engagement: Stony Plain economy, Fort Sask forest, Vision Zero

Here are some opportunities to offer your input on various civic issues, including Stony Plain's economic development strategy, Fort Saskatchewan's urban forests, and Vision Zero Street Labs in various Edmonton communities.

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A man looks at a sign on Jasper Avenue
city council budget

On the agenda: Jasper Avenue, downtown safety, and urban trees

This week, a public hearing will take place on June 12, and city council will meet on June 13 and 14. Here are some of the key items on the agenda.

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A tree-lined trail in Edmonton's river valley
city council infrastructure

Calls for public engagement: Trees, zoning, and neighbourhood improvement

Here are some opportunities to offer your input to the City of Edmonton on various civic issues, such as renewal projects, service provision, and bylaws.

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Geese in front of the pond surrounded by trees at Hawrelak Park
city council housing

On the agenda: Homelessness response, trees, and investment performance

This week, community and public services committee will meet on May 1, urban planning committee will meet on May 2, and executive committee will meet on May 3.

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A bike lane is shown on a residential street lined with parked cars, trees and houses.
city council trees

City targets 2030 for two million new trees

The City of Edmonton says it will plant two million new trees by 2030, at a cost of about $114 million.

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