👏 A heartfelt THANK YOU to all the amazing community members who joined us at Bluff Trail on Sunday to help green up King Township! 🌱
Your energy and dedication made a meaningful impact as we planted native trees and shrubs to support local biodiversity and strengthen the urban forest for future generations.
It was inspiring to see people of all ages come together for an afternoon of planting, learning, and connecting with nature. Your efforts truly make a difference! 💚
We’re grateful to our event supporters @cdntreesforlife , @kingtownship , and @yorkregiongovt for making this event possible.
Looking to join us? Register today for our upcoming events (link in bio)
👏 A big THANK YOU to all the incredible community members who joined us last Saturday at Concord Thornhill Regional Park to celebrate 30 years of LEAF and help grow Vaughan’s urban forest canopy! 🌱🌳
Your enthusiasm and hard work made a meaningful impact as we planted native trees and shrubs to support local biodiversity and a healthier urban forest for years to come. 🌿
It was wonderful to see friends and families come together for a fun and purposeful afternoon in nature. Your efforts truly make a difference! 💚
We’re grateful to our event supporters @cdntreesforlife , @cityofvaughan , and @yorkregiongovt for their support through the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund.
Looking to get involved? Sign up for our upcoming planting events (link in bio)
Want more butterflies and birds in your backyard? Native trees and shrubs are one of the best ways to make it happen.
Many butterflies rely on specific native plants as host species for their caterpillars, and those caterpillars are a key food source for birds, especially when raising their young.
Planting native species helps support the whole food web right in your own yard.
Learn more about how to boost your #BackyardBiodiversity: /node/2536
#BackyardBiodiversity is an educational campaign in partnership with @torontowildlifecentre .
Richmond Hill, we’re coming your way! 🌿💚
Celebrate 30 years of LEAF by helping us care for our naturalization site at Timber Mill Park on Sunday, June 14 (10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.).
Join us to remove invasive species and mulch native trees and shrubs as we support the growth of a healthy urban forest. 🌳
🎟️ Register on our events page (link in bio).
This event is supported by @myrichmondhill .
Photo by Shane Russell
We’re turning 30! 🌳Celebrate with us by helping restore Gold Point Wildlife Reserve in Oshawa on Saturday, June 13 (1:00–3:00 p.m.)
Join us as we remove invasive species and mulch native trees and shrubs at this important migratory butterfly stopover and wildlife habitat. 🦋
🎟️ Free participation (registration required)
Register and join us! (link in bio).
This event is supported by @cdntreesforlife and @cityofoshawa
Photo by Brian Millward
Meet long time Wychwood Barns environmental tenant LEAF! @leaf_org
LEAF is a local non-profit organization with a mission to engage communities in nurturing the urban forest through planting, stewardship and education, fostering connections between people and nature. They envision communities where nature thrives, and everyone benefits from a healthy urban forest.
The LEAF Learning Garden showcases the beauty and ecological benefits of native plants in urban settings. This garden supports biodiversity, inspires eco-friendly gardening practices and demonstrates how we can all contribute to a healthier urban forest. First planted in 2010, the garden is cared for by a team of dedicated volunteers using permaculture techniques such as mulching, water conservation strategies, using organic compost, and ensuring resilience through biodiversity.
Visit LEAF during Doors Open Toronto on May 24 in the Learning Garden. Check out the links in our bio to learn more about what's happening at Wychwood Barns that day!
#communityevent #freeevent #doorsopen #DOTO26
Help LEAF celebrate 30 years of growing the urban forest by caring for our Rosedale Park naturalization site in Whitby on Saturday, June 13th. 🌱
Join us from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. as we remove invasive species and mulch native trees and shrubs. Together, we can help keep our urban forest healthy and thriving!
🎟️ Free – registration required
Sign up on our events page (link in bio).
This event is supported by @cdntreesforlife and the Town of Whitby
Photo by Sarah Halonen.
Privacy can be created without a high price tag. A well-planned hedge is one of the most effective ways to build natural screening in your yard while also supporting greenery, wildlife, and long-term landscape value.
Some key tips to keep in mind when planning a privacy hedge:
• Choose native or well-adapted species that match your site conditions
• Plan for mature size so spacing is appropriate from the start
• Plant in staggered rows for quicker, fuller coverage
• Think in layers to improve density and resilience over time
Learn more about these tips for creating the perfect backyard privacy hedge: /node/2544
🌱 A big thank you to all the volunteers who came out to Conlin Meadows Park in Oshawa last Sunday.
You helped add native trees and shrubs that will support local biodiversity and strengthen the urban forest for years to come. We appreciate you getting your hands dirty and being part of this work.
This event was supported by @cdntreesforlife and @cityofoshawa .
Want to help grow the urban forest with us? Sign up for one of our upcoming events on our website (link in bio).
Photos by Asmita Persaud and Maddison Pennefather.
🌳Thank you to everyone who joined us at Stewart Burnett Park in Aurora last Saturday to plant native trees and shrubs.
Your time and effort are helping grow a healthier, more resilient urban forest. We’re grateful to have such dedicated community members getting their hands dirty to help grow the urban forest!
This event was supported by @cdntreesforlife , @townofaurora and @yorkregiongovt through the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund.
Want to help grow the urban forest with us? Sign up for one of our upcoming planting events on our website (link in bio).
Help LEAF celebrate 30 years of growing the urban forest by caring for our Stewart Burnett Park naturalization site in Aurora on Sunday, June 7th.
Join us from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. as we remove invasive species and mulch native trees and shrubs.
Sign up on our events page (link in bio).
This event is supported by @cdntreesforlife and @townofaurora .
🌿 Planning to visit Doors Open Toronto at Wychwood Barns Park? Stop by and say hi! We’ll be at the LEAF Learning Garden on Sunday, May 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You can explore native plants, chat with our team and learn how to help grow a healthier urban forest.
Hope to see you there!
More info: https://www.wychwoodbarns.ca/barns-eco-market-doors-open-2026
