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Tree Giveaway Program

Free native trees for Hamilton residents

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Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Hamilton residents
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Overview

The 2026 Free Tree Giveaway is a Hamilton residents-only tree distribution organized with the Hamilton Naturalists' Club. It offers reserved native trees for private-property planting through scheduled pick-up dates at designated locations.

At a glance

Funding available

Varies by project

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Raise awareness or mobilize a population

Eligible candidates

Location
  • Hamilton
  • Ontario
Eligible Industries
All industries
Annual revenue
All revenue ranges
Organisation size
All organization sizes
Audience
All groups
Legal structures
All legal structures

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Availability timeline

2026
Periods: 1

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Hamilton residents

Eligible geographic areas

  • Hamilton, Ontario

Activities funded

  • Receiving a native tree or shrub for private-property planting.
  • Picking up the reserved tree at a designated Hamilton location.

How to apply

  • Register online and select your pick-up location, date, and tree species.
  • Pick up your tree during the timeframe listed on your selected pick-up day.

Documents Needed

  • Driver’s license or property tax bill

Processing and Agreement

  • A tree will be reserved until pickup during the timeframe listed on the selected pick-up day.
  • If you miss your tree pick-up date for any reason, your ticket will be cancelled and is no longer valid.

Additional information

  • Registration for the 2026 Free Tree Giveaway pick-up date has ended.
  • Tree pickup is in person at a designated location.
  • Proof of Hamilton residence is required at pickup.
  • If you miss your tree pick-up date for any reason, your ticket will be cancelled and is no longer valid.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Tree Giveaway Program Program

What is the Tree Giveaway Program?

The 2026 Free Tree Giveaway is a Hamilton residents-only tree distribution organized with the Hamilton Naturalists' Club. It offers reserved native trees for private-property planting through scheduled pick-up dates at designated locations.

Who is eligible for the Tree Giveaway Program program?

To be eligible for the Tree Giveaway Program program, you must: Hamilton residents only. Private property in Hamilton. Pre-registration required.

Who can I contact for more information about the Tree Giveaway Program?

You can contact City of Hamilton by email at forestry@hamilton.ca or by phone at 905-546-2489.

Where is the Tree Giveaway Program available?

The Tree Giveaway Program program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Tree Giveaway Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Tree Giveaway Program is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Tree Giveaway Program?

Tree Giveaway Program is funded by City of Hamilton