TD Tree Days returns to the Nottawasaga Watershed this fall

UTOPIA, Ontario (September 15, 2025) – This September and October, the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) is working with TD Friends of the Environment Foundation to deliver four TD Tree Days events in Mono, Angus, Wasaga Beach and Creemore.

With events planned for September 20, September 27, and two on October 18, NVCA invites families, individuals, groups and other volunteers to join forces to restore natural areas, improve wildlife habitat, and enhance water quality through the planting of native trees and shrubs. These events also provide a meaningful opportunity for participants to connect with their local environment and learn more about the role trees play in keeping rivers, streams, and wetlands healthy.

“Tree planting is one of the most impactful ways to support a healthy watershed,” said Sarah Campbell, Aquatic Biologist at NVCA, and coordinator of this year’s events. “TD Tree Days brings people together to make a lasting difference for our communities, wildlife, and water.”

Native trees and shrubs planted at these events will help filter runoff before it enters waterways, provide shade to keep stream temperatures cool for fish, and create important habitat for local birds and other wildlife. Beyond their ecological role, the plantings also help naturalize landscapes for future generations to enjoy.

Since launching in 2010, TD Tree Days has engaged thousands of volunteers to plant more than 550,000 trees across Canada and abroad. This fall, TD volunteers and community members across the Nottawasaga watershed will plant nearly 1,000 trees as part of the program.

“TD Tree Days are a wonderful example of how communities and organizations can come together for nature,” added Campbell. “The trees planted this fall will support the Nottawasaga Watershed for decades to come.”

NVCA is now booking for 2026 tree planting and stewardship projects. Landowners interested in planting trees and shrubs along streams or wetlands on their property can contact NVCA at 705-424-1479 to arrange a site visit and learn about available funding. Volunteers interested in tree planting and other environmental projects can visit www.nvca.on.ca to learn more.