Help grow Guelph’s urban tree canopy—claim a free tree for your yard starting April 22
Guelph, Ont., April 15, 2025 – Starting April 22 at 10 a.m., Guelph residents can register for up to two free native trees for their yard through our Community Tree Giveaway. Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on May 6 or when stock runs out.
Trees will be available on a first-come, first-served basis to Guelph residents. All you need to do is register through Eventbrite once the ticket system opens. Trees will be available for pickup at Riverside Park (709 Woolwich Street, Guelph) on May 10—you’ll choose your pickup time when registering.
Claiming your tree—or two!—is easy, here’s how:
- Starting at 10 a.m. on April 22, you can register through Eventbrite to claim your tree(s).
- When you’re registering, use the add-on options to pick the tree species you want from the available options. Please make sure to pick at least one but no more than two trees in total. If you claim more than two for your address, your registrations will be cancelled.
- When you’re registering, choose a timeslot for picking up your tree(s) from Riverside Park, 709 Woolwich Street, on May 10.
- On May 10, pick up your tree(s) from Riverside Park.
- Plant and enjoy your tree(s)! Make sure to get utility clearance: submit your free request through Ontario One Call at ontarioonecall.ca.
If you claim a free tree, you’re responsible for planting and caring for the tree, including getting utility clearance before digging.
What tree should you choose?
Though stock is limited, there are a bunch of tree species to consider. If you’re not sure what tree type might fit your yard, check out our Community Tree Giveaway webpage for guidance on species that have lovely fall colours, grow beautiful flowers, enjoy the shade and more!
Call before you dig!
If you’re planting a tree in your yard, submit a free request with Ontario One Call at ontarioonecall.ca so you don’t plant your tree on top of or damage underground pipes and wires.
Tip-top treetops!
Planting trees cleans the air, can help keep you cool and help save energy, prevents flooding, and mitigates the impacts of climate change by increasing tree canopy coverage.
For more information
Dave Beaton, Program Manager
Forestry and Sustainable Landscapes, Parks
519-822-1260 extension 2761
[email protected]