Planting for Tomorrow
Program

About the Planting for Tomorrow Program

The Planting for Tomorrow Program (PTP) provides funding for tree-planting, invasive species removal, seed collection and seed starting projects that contribute to nature-based solutions to improve ecosystems, enhance biodiversity and engage the local community in volunteerism and participation.

The goals:

  • Increase tree cover in communities along or near the Trans Canada Trail
  • Limit site preparation involved to undertake the project
  • Increase forest resilience to climate change
  • Contribute to increased biodiversity or ecological health of the Trans Canada Trail
  • Engage community members with the Trans Canada Trail and the outdoors by involving them in enhancement projects
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Planting for Tomorrow Program Guidelines 

For tree-planting projects, eligibility is determined by a project commitment to plant native trees and shrubs, and to report on the number of native trees planted, number of volunteers participating, and a mapped boundary of the actual land area planted.  

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Planting for Tomorrow Program Guidelines 

For tree-planting projects, eligibility is determined by a project commitment to plant native trees and shrubs, and to report on the number of native trees planted, number of volunteers participating, and a mapped boundary of the actual land area planted.  

LEARN MORE AND APPLY

Tree Planting Resource Guide 

Trans Canada Trail is pleased to provide this guide to help with planning and preparing to plant trees in places where they will have the best chance at success, as well as offering guidance on good planting practices.  

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Tree Planting Resource Guide 

Trans Canada Trail is pleased to provide this guide to help with planning and preparing to plant trees in places where they will have the best chance at success, as well as offering guidance on good planting practices.  

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Benefits of Planting Trees

  • Stabilize riverbanks and shorelines
  • Increase habitat and food sources for wildlife
  • Control competing vegetation
  • Capture and store carbon from the atmosphere
  • Improve water and air quality
  • Reduce risk of wildland fires and floods
  • Prevent soil erosion from wind and/or water
  • Increase forest ecosystem resilience to climate change
  • Restore habitat for species at risk or other species of interest
  • Help regulate and mediate rising temperatures in cities
  • Enhance nature and biodiversity by planting the right trees in the right locations
  • Support human well-being by creating more green spaces for recreational activities and sanctuaries for connecting with nature
  • Provide jobs for local arborists and trail maintenance specialists 

The Planting for Tomorrow Program is generously supported by: