TD Friends of the Environment Foundation (TD FEF) and Tree Canada granted nearly $300,000 to this year's 2013 TD Green Streets recipients.
In recognition of their innovative environmental projects and partnerships, 25 outstanding Canadian communities, including the District of Sechelt will receive grants in support of their local forestry initiatives.
"At TD, we are proud to help Canada become a little greener through the TD Green Streets grant program. But it's the communities we have to thank for planting the first seeds. Their submissions demonstrate our country's growing commitment to environmental advancement and improvement, at the local level," said Mary Desjardins, executive director, TD Friends of the Environment Foundation in a news release.
As the flagship program of Tree Canada, TD Green Streets awards matching grants of up to $15,000 to support municipal forestry projects. Since its inception in 1994, almost 500 municipalities, Aboriginal communities and Business Improvement Associations have been awarded Green Streets grants. A panel of representatives from TD FEF and Tree Canada, and regional urban forest practitioners selects recipients.
"Canadians understand the need for healthy and vital urban landscapes and the value that trees bring to their communities. This year's grant recipients demonstrate a true commitment to maintaining and enhancing daily life through innovative tree inventory, planting, maintenance and educational projects," added Mike Rosen president of Tree Canada.
More details on Sechelt's participation in this program and how residents can apply to Adopt a Street Tree will be announced soon.
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