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Adopt a Street Tree / Street Tree Planting Program (Tree Planting Permit Program)
Closed street tree planting waitlist
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Adopt a Street Tree is a Town of Deep River program for residents to plant native trees on municipal property at no cost, with a 2027 waitlist while the 2026 list is full. The Town purchases and plants the selected tree species, provides initial care, and reviews requests for suitability, utilities, and safety.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Planting a tree on municipal property.
Documents Needed
- Tree Planting Permit Application Form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residents.
- A person wishing to plant a tree on municipal property.
Eligible expenses
- Purchase of the selected native tree species by the Town.
- Planting of the tree on the approved road allowance.
- Initial care after planting, including mulch and staking if needed.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Planting a tree on municipal property without written approval.
- Installing associated infrastructure on municipal property without approval.
- Work that injures or destroys a municipal tree or its critical root zone without a permit.
Eligible geographic areas
- Town of Deep River
Selection criteria
- Suitability of the preferred species for the proposed location.
- Location of existing utilities and municipal infrastructure.
- Safety and convenience for vehicles and pedestrians.
- Other considerations deemed appropriate by the Director.
How to apply
- Complete the Tree Planting Permit Application Form.
- Submit the form to the Director for review.
Processing and Agreement
- The Director reviews the application after submission.
- The request is assessed with local experts if needed.
- Approval may include conditions set by the Director.
- If denied, the applicant receives an explanation.
Additional information
- Trees planted under the program remain the property of the Town of Deep River.
- The Town provides a Tree Care Notice at planting with watering and care requirements.
- Residents must notify the Town if the tree shows signs of disease, damage, or decline in health.
- Once the 2026 street tree planting list is full, additional requests will be placed on a waitlist for the potential 2027 Tree Planting Program.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Adopt a Street Tree / Street Tree Planting Program (Tree Planting Permit Program) Program
What is the Adopt a Street Tree / Street Tree Planting Program (Tree Planting Permit Program)?
Adopt a Street Tree is a Town of Deep River program for residents to plant native trees on municipal property at no cost, with a 2027 waitlist while the 2026 list is full. The Town purchases and plants the selected tree species, provides initial care, and reviews requests for suitability, utilities, and safety.
Who is eligible for the Adopt a Street Tree / Street Tree Planting Program (Tree Planting Permit Program) program?
To be eligible for the Adopt a Street Tree / Street Tree Planting Program (Tree Planting Permit Program) program, you must:
Tree planting on municipal property
Written approval required
Suitable native species
Who can I contact for more information about the Adopt a Street Tree / Street Tree Planting Program (Tree Planting Permit Program)?
You can contact The Town of Deep River by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Adopt a Street Tree / Street Tree Planting Program (Tree Planting Permit Program) available?
The Adopt a Street Tree / Street Tree Planting Program (Tree Planting Permit Program) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Adopt a Street Tree / Street Tree Planting Program (Tree Planting Permit Program) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Adopt a Street Tree / Street Tree Planting Program (Tree Planting Permit Program) is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Adopt a Street Tree / Street Tree Planting Program (Tree Planting Permit Program)?
Adopt a Street Tree / Street Tree Planting Program (Tree Planting Permit Program) is funded by The Town of Deep River