County of Brant Receives Tree Canada Grant for Community Reforestation Project

MEDIA RELEASE - The County of Brant is celebrating the completion of a reforestation project at the Burford Lions Art Cadman Park, made possible by a generous Community Tree Grant from Tree Canada, funded by CN’s EcoConnexions program

“We are incredibly thankful for the support from Tree Canada and our partners, whose contributions made this project possible,” said County of Brant Mayor David Bailey. “It has allowed for 400 native trees and shrubs to be planted, revitalizing a section of the park.”

The tree planting event was held on October 19, 2024, in partnership with local organizations and community members. Special thanks to the Burford Lions Club for providing event support and refreshments, the Brant Tree Coalition for event coordination and support, the Grand River Conservation Authority for providing tree nursery resources and Grade 9 students from Paris District High School who volunteered to help plant trees. A big thank you also goes out to residents who volunteered their time. A variety of native species were planted, including Hackberry,

Sumac, Silver Maple, Gray Dogwood, Shagbark Hickory, Hazel, Burr Oak, Red Oak, Red Bud, White Pine, and White Spruce

This project aims to enhance biodiversity, reduce seasonal flooding and erosion, and restore wildlife habitat to the park, which is located along Whiteman’s Creek, a tributary of the Grand River.

For more information about this project and future reforestation initiatives in the County of Brant, please visit www.brant.ca/forestry.