Tree Canada's National Tree Day Planting Event in Richmond Hill

Tree Canada, in collaboration with LEAF and the City of Richmond Hill, is excited to celebrate National Tree Day (NTD), presented by BMO. National Tree Day connects local action to national impact—when Canadians participate across the country, we grow a movement that reflects who we are and the future we want to build. Join us to plant 500 trees and shrubs in Meander Park. Tree Canada experts and experienced volunteers will be on hand to support you and answer your questions. We’ll provide gloves and shovels—all you need to bring is your enthusiasm!

A healthy urban forest is essential to building sustainable, resilient communities. In partnership with the City of Richmond Hill and Tree Canada, LEAF is continuing its restoration efforts at Meander Park through a community naturalization planting event.

Since 2019, LEAF and the City have worked together to restore this site, with a total of 1,500 native trees and shrubs planned for planting in 2026 to increase biodiversity, improve stormwater management, reduce erosion, and enhance wildlife habitat within the Humber River watershed. During this event, community volunteers will help plant and mulch 500 native trees and shrubs, making a direct contribution to the park's ongoing restoration.

LEAF staff and trained volunteers will guide participants through proper planting and mulching techniques, creating an engaging, hands-on experience while helping restore a healthier, more resilient natural environment for the community.

Volunteers can grab a snack, courtesy of Vachon.

Volunteers should wear and bring the following:

• Water bottle
• Sturdy, closed-toe shoes or boots
• Long pants
• Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing
• Sunscreen
• Bug spray
• Hat
• Hand sanitizer

This rain or shine event will take place unless the forecast calls for thunderstorms or very heavy rainfall.

We look forward to planting trees with you!

Volunteers will gather at the check in table/tent, indicated in yellow on the map above.

Parking is available along Alpaca Dr. and neighbouring streets. The community is encouraged to carpool.

There is a paved footpath to planting site. The terrain is mostly flat with some uneven ground at the planting site. Volunteers should watch their footing. 

There will be a porta-toilet and handwashing station, a tent and table, and a water refill station.

This is a community event. Businesses and corporations must contact us to reserve tickets for their teams.

By registering to participate in this event, you consent to your photo being taken or video of you being recorded during the event and used on social media and in Tree Canada and its partners' marketing materials.