Toronto Elections is pleased to announce that more than 10,000 ballots were cast for Toronto’s 2027 Tree of the Year during Kids Vote Weekend.
The kids of Toronto have chosen the Sugar Maple as Toronto’s 2027 Tree of the Year, with 4,549 votes.
Known for its vibrant red, orange and yellow fall colours, the Sugar Maple is native to Toronto and plays an important role in the city’s urban forest. Its large canopy provides shade, helps cool neighbourhoods, supports local wildlife and contributes to cleaner air and healthier communities.
Kids Vote Weekend voting took place on Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11 at 50 advance voting places. Kids were able to choose from five tree candidates: Basswood, Paper Birch, Red Oak, Sugar Maple and White Pine.
Kids Vote Weekend is a program to help grow future voters, educate children about local democracy, and provide early exposure to key elements of the voting process.
An official breakdown of voting results is available on the Kids Vote Weekend webpage.
Kids Vote Weekend Tree Planting Event
To celebrate the winning tree, a ceremonial Sugar Maple planting will take place on Tuesday, November 3, from 10 a.m. to noon at Elm Park, 230 Gosford Blvd.
More information including participation details is available on the Elm Park Tree Planting Event webpage.
Throughout 2027, the City plans to plant 1,000 Sugar Maple trees on public land across Toronto through community planting events, school programs and tree giveaway initiatives. Schools will also be able to receive free Sugar Maple trees to plant on school grounds.
Learn more on the Tree of the Year webpage.
More information about Toronto’s 2026 municipal election is available on the Toronto Elections webpage.
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