The Commemorative Tree, Bench and Picnic Table program offers a meaningful way to celebrate special occasions or to honour a person or organization. The donation of a tree, bench, or picnic table provides a lasting legacy that will enhance municipal greenspaces and the natural environment. These contributions create gathering spaces and quiet retreats for reflection, while enhancing our shared natural spaces. Facilitated through the Cemetery and Parks operations, we offer three commemorative options below.
The Commemorative Tree, Bench and Picnic Table Program is currently closed for intake and is under review. The program is anticipated to reopen in the Spring of 2025.
Please note the waterfront area is currently at capacity for donations. Limited select locations are available along the Riverwalk and in a variety of municipal parks. Plus, installment timelines are temporarily anticipated to be prolonged due to supplier availability.
Purchasing a bench provides the community with a chance to rest or a spot to gather with friends or family. Learn more about the benches available for purchase and important installation details.
Tree Donation Details |
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Tree Species Listings |
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Below is a list of some of most commonly requested trees. Municipal staff will do their best to accommodate requests based on nursery availability, site conditions, and tree requirements. Appropriate species and size will be determined at the discretion of staff. Staff will contact you to finalize details once an application has been received. Please email us if you would like a copy of the Municipal Tree Planting and Protection Policy for further information.
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Bench Donation Details
Commemorative Bench Program $2100
Donation of the bench is tax deductible. A commemorative bench purchase includes:
- Bench, two options available at the same cost:
- Traditional Steel Bench (typically placed at municipal facilities)
- Garden Bench (typically placed in parklands and trails)
- 3-inch by 6-inch inch plaque to be mounted to the bench. Includes a maximum of three lines of engraved text, with twenty-one (21) characters per line, including punctuation, spaces, and numbers.
- Bench installation
Picnic Table Donation Details
Accessible Picnic Table: $2800.00 or Standard Picnic Table: $3000.00
We offer two types of picnic tables under our program. Donation of the picnic table is tax deductible. Each picnic table purchase includes:
- Commemorative Picnic Table
- Accessible Picnic Table ($2800.00) or,
- Standard Picnic Table ($3000.00)
- One 3-inch by 6-inch plaque to be mounted on the table. Includes a maximum of three lines of engraved text, with twenty-one (21) characters per line, including punctuation, spaces, and numbers.
- Picnic table installation
A second plaque is available for an additional fee (only available for picnic tables) for $300.00
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Commemorative Program Application Process |
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| Follow the steps below to submit your application for a tree, bench, or picnic table. | ||||||||
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Check the location availability based on whether you are requesting a tree, bench, or picnic table. Consider these locations before you start your request. Please note the waterfront area is currently at capacity for donations. Limited select locations are available along the Riverwalk and in a variety of municipal parks. For parks at full capacity, donors may request to be put on a waiting list.
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| Installations and plantings are completed annually in the spring and in the fall. Requests for spring installation/plantings must be received by March 15 and requests for fall installation/planting by August 1, as weather permits. | ||||||||
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Complete your application online. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee your request will be fulfilled. Staff will contact you once you have submitted an application for next steps. Please feel free to email us or call 905-885-8760 to check the status of your request or if you need assistance with your application. The Commemorative Tree, Bench and Picnic Table Program is currently closed for intake and is under review. The program is anticipated to reopen in the Spring of 2025. |
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Once your application has been approved, you will need to pay for your tree, bench, or picnic table.
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