Tree Planting Captain

As part of the City’s COVID-19 response, the Tree Planting Captain Program has been cancelled for spring 2022.

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Opportunity Details

The Tree Planting Captain Program allows volunteers to get hands-on restoration experience at tree planting and stewardship events. As a Planting Captain you will:

  • Attend City of Toronto public planting and stewardship events
  • Assist City staff in welcoming planting and stewardship volunteers at events
  • Assist with event-related activities including planting demonstrations
  • Learn more about native trees, shrubs and invasive species
  • Learn different restoration techniques
  • Help create a positive environment
  • Communicate with volunteers and report concerns to staff
  • Acquire documented volunteer hours (if requested)

No expertise is required and all tools and training are provided.

Where and When

Planting and stewardship events take place spring through fall each year. Check our calendar of events for dates and locations.

How to Apply

Contact greentoronto@toronto.ca for registration forms and program information.

You must be 18 years or older to participate.

Contact greentoronto@toronto.ca for information on site conditions including accessibility. If you would like to request accessibility support or accommodation, contact us as soon as possible.

Cancellation Policy

An event will be cancelled if there is a greater than 70 per cent chance of thunderstorm or if other hazardous conditions arise.